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Pocatello trustees decide to shutter Washington Elementary on a split vote

Trustees made the contentious decision in a boardroom packed with more than 100 stakeholders.

Patrons speak out against possible school closure at Pocatello hearing

If the district wants to address its declining enrollment, closing a school is not the answer, multiple patrons said Wednesday.

Pocatello trustees grapple with shrinking budget and a school closure decision

It’s a situation that’s becoming more common statewide and nationwide as enrollment numbers decline and pandemic-era stopgaps expire.

Horman, Gramer spar over private school choice

Their debate comes just weeks ahead of a legislative session where private school choice will likely take center stage. 

Pocatello trustees consider elementary closure amid enrollment declines

Patrons spoke out against the proposal Tuesday. No decisions have been made.

Soda Springs principal, determined to boost math abilities, steps back into the classroom

It’s one part of an innovative new program that aims to spark a sea change in math outcomes.

Idaho State reports enrollment increases

Idaho State is reporting an overall enrollment increase — and its largest first-year student class in a decade.

A sweltering classroom with a leaky ceiling: Inside the school Soda Springs leaders want to replace

Trustees are asking the community to support a $55.2 million bond so they can replace the high school, which was built in 1959.

Four South Idaho districts ask for multimillion-dollar levies

School leaders say the money would be used for things like salaries, busing, school safety and athletics.

BYU-Idaho enrollment increases, rebounds to 2022 levels

Fueled by the largest incoming class in school history, Brigham Young University-Idaho is reporting a 3.4% increase in on-campus enrollment.