Sean Dolan

Sean previously reported on local government for three newspapers in the Mountain West, including the Twin Falls Times-News. He graduated from James Madison University in Virginia. Contact him at sean@idahoednews.org

West Ada approves boundary changes that impact hundreds of students

More families are moving to subdivisions on the west side of the district.

Sen. Ali Rabe not seeking re-election, Rep. Galaviz to run for her seat

The outgoing state senator said she has two young boys and needs to work behind the scenes.

School choice supporter announces run against Rep. Cheatum

Idahoans need to “take back, with all righteous authority” their children’s education, the new candidate writes.

Saloon owner, ex-Idaho Supreme Court justice take steps to run for governor

Two more Idahoans have named campaign treasurers, a precursor to filing to run in what’s shaped up to be a crowded race.

Idaho ranks last for kindergarten-ready skills, parent survey finds

Measures for readiness include a youngster’s ability to write their first name and count objects.

Inama files federal lawsuit over state, district response to ‘Everyone is Welcome Here’ poster

The middle school teacher says she is legally obligated to welcome students of all ethnicities in her classroom.

As Legislature mulls Medicaid cuts, parents and providers face uncertainty

Families are worried about the future of Medicaid as the Legislature considers millions in cuts.

Federal court reverses decision on Idaho’s ‘harmful’ library law, returns case to lower court

“We are happy the 9th Circuit agreed that a key provision of the law is unconstitutional,” McKay Cunningham, a constitutional law professor and lawyer representing the plaintiffs, said in a statement to EdNews.

‘I can’t do this unless you’re with me’: Boise trustees select Wendy Johnson as superintendent

She inherits leadership over a unique, 145-year-old district facing several challenges, from enrollment declines to lawsuits.