Kevin Richert

Senior reporter and blogger Kevin Richert specializes in education politics and education policy. He has more than 35 years of experience in Idaho journalism. He is a frequent guest on "Idaho Reports" on Idaho Public Television and "Idaho Matters" on Boise State Public Radio. He can be reached at krichert@idahoednews.org

Analysis: Otter K-12 budget sets parameters for session

Gov. Butch Otter made education the focal point of his ninth State of the State address. Will legislators follow?

State will rebid broadband contract — but when?

In the meantime, districts are urged to pursue their own funding to keep broadband in Idaho high schools.

Gov. Butch Otter’s State of the State, Storified

The rundown and the reactions from Gov. Butch Otter’s State of the State address — as told on Twitter.

Video: Sherri Ybarra interview, 1.8.15, Part 2

Here is more from Sherri Ybarra’s first extended interview as state superintendent.

Caldwell to revisit Teach for America contract

Caldwell is one of three Southwest Idaho districts that have entered into agreements with Teach for America.

Idaho ranks No. 46 in Education Week report

Idaho’s received low marks for school finance and early education — but much better marks for graduation rates and test scores

Video: Sherri Ybarra interview, 1.8.15

In her first extensive interview as state superintendent, Sherri Ybarra talks about tiered teacher licensure — and more.

Video: Making the Grade, 1.7.15

This week’s topics: Sherri Ybarra’s first news conference as state superintendent, and the latest school tax levy numbers.

Otter: Move forward on tiered licensure

Gov. Butch Otter wants to see the 2015 Legislature revamp teacher licensing — and pass a related, $175 million plan to boost teacher pay.

Mortimer: a key, emerging player on K-12

Sen. Dean Mortimer holds two powerful assignments. He will chair the Senate Education Committee while staying on the budget-writing Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee.