The East Idaho district hoping to pass a record-breaking bond issue on Tuesday is also gauging other options if the measure fails. Critics are crying foul.
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Just three school districts will ask their patrons to OK requests for local funds on Nov. 8 — but one of the requests is the biggest ask in Idaho history.
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Opposition group blasts prospect of revised class schedules if Idaho Falls bond fails
Trustees floated ideas to address overcrowding if the district’s record-breaking measure fails on Nov. 8. Local critics are crying foul.
Idaho Falls patrons voice concerns about proposed $250 million bond
Several attendees of an open house earlier this week see the need for upgrades, but they also have questions and concerns.
Idaho Falls to hold open houses for record-breaking bond issue
The evening meetings will run from Oct. 4-19 at locations throughout Idaho Falls.
New Idaho Falls CTE center connects kids to careers
The East Idaho districts cut the ribbon for a new career-technical center Monday, then showcased its array of new and improved program offerings with student-led tours afterward.
Idaho Falls to float a $250 million bond for new and updated schools
The decision follows “dramatic growth” and overcrowding, the the East Idaho district’s superintendent said.
Idaho Falls to pay off bond debt early, considers asking for another
The East Idaho district plans to ask local voters for another bond issue for a new high school and other structural upgrades.
Rigby school shooter still in state custody
The 12-year-old girl who shot and wounded two students and a janitor at Rigby Middle School last year will remain in the Idaho Department of Juvenile Corrections’ custody until her 19th birthday or until the Custody Review Board deems her rehabilitated.