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

Recall drive targets Gooding trustee

The recall drive says trustee David Reeves has failed to attend meetings and training sessions, has disrespected patrons and employees, and has contributed to a “hostile and nonproductive environment” in the district.

Fulcher starts anti-Common Core petition

Three years after endorsing the new Idaho Core Standards in math and English language arts, gubernatorial candidate Russ Fulcher is urging Idahoans to dump the standards.

Education news roundup: Monday, Feb. 17

Charter school advocates hit the Statehouse — and highly decorated teachers hit the Legislature’s education committees.

The Raul Labrador cone of silence … again

What does Idaho’s 1st Congressional District representative think of the problems with federally administered funding for Idaho broadband? He’s not saying.

Delegation watches broadband issue from afar

Idaho’s congressional delegation received a briefing on the Idaho Education Network funding mess last week — but lawmakers are taking a wait-and-see approach.

Seven months later, Nampa OKs contract

And the parties will return to the table — next week — to start talking about the 2014-15 contract.

JFAC public hearing, 2.14.14, Storified

The Legislature’s powerful Joint Finance-Appropriations Committee heard from dozens of Idahoans Friday — and education funding issues figured prominently in the conversation, Here’s a rundown.

Romance-challenged board? (UPDATED)

If there is love in the hearts of State Board of Education members, it was on hold — at least until after a 4 p.m. conference call Friday.

Teacher ‘premium’ bill makes its debut

The $15.9 million proposal is seen as a down payment on a $253 million teacher career salary ladder. But Gov. Butch Otter has recommended no pay raises for teachers.

Education news roundup: Thursday, Feb. 13

Leading Thursday’s roundup: A bill to provide $10 million in income tax credits for individuals or companies that support private school scholarship funds resurfaces. Plus, the latest on new physical education requirements.