Kevin Richert
State drops ‘birth gender’ wording from application
A state spokesman called the wording a typo. A Boise parent considered it a potential threat to student privacy.
Pre-K programs grow significantly — but not in Idaho
State-funded pre-K programs accommodated about 1.4 million students in 2014-15, an increase of 37,000 students.
Episode 20: Breaking down the May elections
There’s plenty to talk about from the May 17 elections. More turnover and turmoil in the West Ada School District. Supplemental school levies pass across the state — with one exception. And topsy-turvy legislative primaries. Some key budget-writers hold off conservative challengers. Four hardline conservatives lose. But three moderate Republican incumbents lose as well. We…
Video: What’s next in West Ada?
After the recalls of two trustees, the West Ada School District faces a big transition. Get the answers here.
State Board OKs plan for master teacher premiums
The premiums will be worth $4,000 a year for three years — and will go into effect in 2019.
Schools receive $1.9 million for fruits and vegetables
The federal grants will allow the schools to offer free mid-morning and mid-afternoon snacks.
Analysis: Winners and losers from Tuesday’s elections
It was a good night for some key legislators. A rough night for hardline conservatives — or some of them, anyway. And another night of drama in West Ada.
West Ada: Dean, Sayles trounced in recall
Across the state, voters approved more than $51 million in school bond issues and supplemental levies.
Federal judge rejects anti-SBAC lawsuit
The lawsuit — backed by the conservative Idaho Freedom Foundation — sought to spike the online exams tied to Idaho Core Standards.
Otter, Ybarra rip White House ‘guidance’ on transgender students
Gov. Butch Otter hinted at a lawsuit, and said he believed the federal guidelines would not survive a legal challenge.