Kevin Richert
Episode 118: An open (and closed) discussion of K-12 funding
This week’s edition of “Extra Credit” peels back the curtain on the Legislature’s school funding formula committee.
New report focuses on Idaho anti-vaccine ‘hotspots’
Researchers pinpointed 10 counties with the nation’s highest vaccination opt-out rates. Eight are in Idaho.
With new appointee, Nampa has all-female school board
With Heather Lewis joining the board in July, the Nampa School District may have the only all-female school board in the state, the Idaho Press reported Wednesday.
Spending in governor’s primaries topped $11.4 million
The nominees begin the race to the Nov. 6 election with depleted bank accounts — and Democratic nominee Paulette Jordan holding an edge over Republican Brad Little.
In Indiana, virtual charters come under scrutiny
As in Idaho, Indiana’s virtual charter schools lag behind traditional schools.
Kustra suggests change to higher education structure
Appointed boards of trustees could give Idaho universities a powerful core of local advocates, and ease the State Board of Education’s workload, the retiring Boise State University president said Monday.
Education Week: Idaho ranks No. 49 in per-pupil spending
The Education Week numbers are adjusted to reflect regional differences in costs. Even so, Idaho came out ahead of only two Western states.
Comparing the contracts of Idaho presidents
On top of their salaries — which rank among the highest in state government — presidents also get perks that include country club memberships.
Statesman: New Plymouth faces open meetings investigation
The dispute centers on the district’s hiring of a law firm. The Gem County sheriff’s office is investigating the case, the Idaho Statesman reported.
As graduation rates climb, demographic gaps persist
Poverty is a key driver. In Idaho, about three-fourths of high school dropouts come from low-income households, according to a national study released Tuesday.