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Former Nampa school board chair resigns
Brook Taylor served on the board since 2022. Trustees plan to appoint her successor for a term that runs through 2029.
Private education tax credit reaches annual cap, applications close
The program is capped at $50 million annually, including administrative costs. The Idaho State Tax Commission has released little information about who’s receiving the taxpayer funds.
A disputed Boise High incident became central to Idaho’s transgender bathroom fight
A “humiliating” story has surfaced in multiple lawsuits litigating the state’s transgender bathroom restrictions. Court records show conflicting accounts of what happened.
New Idaho education laws: What students, parents and educators should know
Mandatory moments of silence, limits on taxpayer support for teachers’ unions, and new reporting requirements for “social transitioning” are among provisions taking effect July 1.
State Board roundup, 6.18.26: Virtual learning platform expects enrollment to drop 23% after budget cuts
In other business, the State Board approved a new literacy plan guiding reading instruction for the next five years.
Federal judge partially blocks criminal bathroom penalties for transgender Idahoans
The injunction halts enforcement of criminal penalties against transgender people who use some public restrooms while the court challenge continues.
Democrat kicks off campaign for state superintendent
Becky Sundin Mitchell is highlighting the challenges facing public schools under GOP leadership, and she’s hoping teachers will turn out to vote.
Governor issues executive order launching Workforce Pell council
A new council will recommend which programs should be eligible for federal subsidies covering workforce training.
Boise trustees approve contract, salary for incoming superintendent
Wendy Johnson will earn 0.5% more than her predecessor, an annual increase tied to teacher raises in the district.
State officials gather feedback on ‘outdated’ school funding formula
In the first of four statewide listening sessions, parents, administrators and trustees recommended changes to how Idaho distributes money to public schools.