Kevin Richert
Twin Falls charter school will shut down
Wings Charter Middle School will close at the end of the 2013-14 school year. The alternative school has struggled with a sharp decline in enrollment.
Book controversy gives way to giveaway
On Wednesday, ‘The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian’ was absolutely free to Meridian students. And business was brisk.
A long, good look at Common Core politics
How will the split over Common Core shape Republican presidential politics in 2016? Here’s an early look from the New York Times.
Superintendent campaign schedule fills up
Republicans running for state schools superintendent will make at least three joint appearances in the next 15 days. Here’s how you can learn more — and quiz the candidates.
Candidates stake out differences with platform
Among the differences: GOP state superintendent candidate Andy Grover objects to using tax credits to encourage school choice, while primary opponent Sherri Ybarra says she is open to pre-K.
Book fundraiser meets its target
Two women have raised enough money to provide 350 Meridian students with a copy of Sherman Alexie’s controversial novel, “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian.” Books will be handed out Wednesday.
Snake River teacher keeps her job
The Eastern Idaho school district has decided to keep veteran science teacher Elaine Asmus on the job — but she faces one year of probation.
Bedke pushes for lands transfer
Idaho’s House speaker attends a multistate summit on state management of public lands. Supporters say states can better manage public lands to fund education; critics say the move would come at an exorbitant cost.
Kuna levy election heats up
When Kuna’s school levy was rejected in March, fewer than one in five registered voters turned out to the polls. A higher-profile election is looming on May 20.
Blaine picks superintendent finalists
The community can meet and question the finalists at a forum Tuesday night. Neither of candidate is from Idaho.