Sean Dolan
Critchfield seeks second term to lead Idaho schools
The state superintendent launched her campaign Wednesday.
Critchfield made calls, reviewed records to help rescue millions in federal funding
Lost documents at the federal level jeopardized some $30 million remaining in a community schools grant, the state superintendent told EdNews.
2,600 graduates walk at Boise State commencement
INSIDE: Click through a gallery of photos that capture the big day for the students, who join 180,000 living alumni of the university.
US Department of Education cancels Idaho community schools grant, citing DEI
The grant supports 60 full-time staff at 47 community schools around Idaho who connect families with local resources.
Idaho Democrats will prioritize state superintendent race in 2026
But no one has stepped up to challenge incumbent Republican Debbie Critchfield.
It’s not too early to start sizing up the May 2026 legislative primaries
To get a sense of what to expect over the next five months, EdNews sifted through the likely candidates in each race, examined campaign websites and interviewed a slew of incumbents and challengers.
Special ed funding is the top priority for trustees in 2026 session
Of the 11 resolutions adopted by Idaho School Boards Association, a proposal to increase funding for students with disabilities is at the top.
West Ada trustees approve panic button badges for staff, consider campus ‘sentinels’
The district is the first in the state to use the wearable badges.
Trustees urge legislators to act on youth vaping epidemic
The Idaho tobacco tax, written in 1974, does not mention vapes. Trustees want the Legislature to change that.
Governor appoints Twin Falls commissioner to replace Rep. Clow
Don Hall said he supports school choice, but doesn’t want to burn down the public school system.