Sean Dolan
Few Idaho schools may use new spending flexibility this year
The “earned autonomy” program took effect July 1, but the Idaho Department of Education is still developing the application process, and some local leaders are more eager to participate than others.
Filer admits to open meeting violation, then appears to repeat mistake
The district acknowledged one posting error, but another teacher negotiation session also appears to have fallen short of Idaho’s public notice requirements.
Schools face soaring laptop costs as AI data centers squeeze supply
The Boise School District has made a five-year deal with Apple to lock in prices in a volatile market. Others are also adjusting.
No more free kicks for groups that use Middleton facilities
The district hasn’t been following its policy and has let a for-profit soccer club use turf fields built by a local donor — who coaches for that club.
Stegner criticizes Little, Legislature in gubernatorial campaign kickoff
Idaho has a “solemn obligation” to fund public schools, and leaders are not doing that right now, the independent candidate for governor said.
Two candidates vie for Boise board’s lone contested seat
Former trustee Andy Hawes and retired lawyer Kirt Naylor will face off in September. Two current trustees are also running unopposed.
Caldwell trustees acknowledge and cure open meeting violation
“We’re following Idaho law and we’re also being transparent with the public,” Chairman Travis Manning said. INSIDE: Video of the action.
Idaho School Boards Association plows through transition with new lobbyist
It’s an unprecedented time in the history of the 84-year-old organization, which represents nearly every school board in Idaho.
State GOP platform would eliminate property taxes — and leave schools with a multimillion-dollar funding gap
Senate Republican candidate Scott Herndon led the charge last weekend at the Idaho Republican State Convention to add a plank calling for “revenue sources that do not place a lien on a citizen’s home.”
Idaho Education Association elects new president
Peggy Hoy has worked in Twin Falls School District for more than 30 years and has helped build union membership.