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East Idaho students rock the ‘mock’ vote on election day

Though most can’t vote in the general election, Skyline High students turn to their schools mock elections to let their voiced be heard.

Pocatello superintendent earns the state’s biggest raise

Doug Howell topped this year’s list of superintendent raises, though he’s still No. 12 compared to his counterparts.

And the winner is … Thunder Ridge Titans!

Bonneville School District trustees went through a lengthy process — and a do-over — to settle on a name for its new high school.

ESSA draft: Schools to pick their own accountability measure

The state’s plan for complying with a new federal law says schools will be measured by either student growth or proficiency — whichever’s higher.

East Idaho’s go-on rates: Lowest in the state

While church missions have long affected an immediate entrance to college, other factors are now impacting postsecondary educational pursuits.

Sugar-Salem reaches labor agreement

Teachers will receive pay increases of between 5 and 6.8 percent. They’ll also get the health benefits they requested and a one-time bonus of $216 apiece.

Jefferson County’s new emergency plan: Keep it simple

The district’s emphasis on improving school security comes at the heels of the state’s creation of the Office of School Safety and Security’s Advisory Board.

$400,000 miscalculation deadlocked Sugar-Salem negotiations

An audit revealed additional carryover funds so teachers are demanding increased raises plus bonuses. Trustees agreed to only raises on Tuesday, continuing the impasse.

From migrants to residents: Hispanics change the educational landscape in East Idaho

Hispanic families are becoming Idaho residents because of growing job opportunities and better educational programs for their children. Educators are adjusting to the growth.