Kevin Richert
Controversial Wi-Fi contract could come to an end
The statewide wireless contract blindsided lawmakers in 2013. The contract comes to an end this year.
Episode 103: Does Idaho’s sex education law need a rewrite?
On this week’s show: a look at the state’s 48-year-old sex education law, and the proposal to change it.
Little’s education plan: a breakdown
Lt. Gov. Brad Little’s three-page education plan unveils a few new wrinkles, sidesteps a couple of touchy topics — and works in a few digs at his political opposition.
Round 3: Funding formula committee looks at another summer of work
Statehouse roundup, 2.15.18: A “truth in bonding” bill, designed to require school districts and local governments to disclose the bottom-line cost of tax proposals, heads to the House floor.
Senate drills down into nitty gritty of science standards
A Senate Education Committee hearing focused on the finer details of the controversial standards — and especially the language the House Education Committee deleted a week ago. Senators are likely to vote next week.
Idaho postsecondary numbers improve, but remain far from goal
In 2016, 40.6 percent of Idaho adults held either a college degree or a professional certificate. That’s an improvement, but Idaho still ranks No. 45 in the nation.
Otter all but writes off higher education CEO proposal
On Thursday, Gov. Butch Otter seemed to abandon one of his top legislative priorities for 2018. He also deflected questions on gun control in the aftermath of Wednesday’s mass shooting at a Florida high school.
Senate Education to take up science standards Wednesday
The Senate committee will take testimony Wednesday, but won’t vote. Earlier this month, every speaker at House Education Committee hearings urged lawmakers to approve the academic standards in full.
Huckleberry pie rhubarb? Despite grumbling, committee serves up dessert bill
A fourth-grade class wants the huckleberry pie designated the state’s dessert. But some lawmakers have no appetite for the idea.
Trump budget II: More proposed cuts, more money for school choice
“The president’s budget request expands education freedom for America’s families while protecting our nation’s most vulnerable students,” Education Secretary Betsy DeVos said. But the proposal puts two popular programs on the chopping block.