An overall lack of student diversity in Idaho’s charter schools has fueled a range of efforts to bring school choice to a wider array of students. But challenges persist.
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Stories about Idaho’s educators, students and policy makers plus features on bright spots in Idaho education.
‘I took it as a challenge’: Families tell why they choose charters
It may be the school’s reputation for pushing kids academically. Or not.
Charters are among Idaho’s highest — and lowest — performing schools
Supporters can rightfully brag that, on average, Idaho’s public charter schools outperform its traditional schools in several areas. But better overall scores don’t tell the whole story.
Idaho charters still stir debate
Concerns about growth come as thousands of students flocked to public charters during the coronavirus pandemic.
Idaho’s charter schools bring choices — and challenges
Charter schools are a popular in Idaho, but issues of accessibility, achievement and pushback remain.
Facts about Idaho charter schools
Questions and confusion swirl around Idaho’s decades-old charter school movement. Here’s some history and data to help set the record straight.
West Ada’s new superintendent wants to make Idaho’s largest district nationally competitive
“I envision this day when people are calling our school district and saying, ‘Hey, what are you guys doing and can we come visit and see the amazing things that are going on.'” said Derek Bub.
Nampa’s outspoken trustee: ‘I just don’t see confrontation as a bad thing’
Kim Rost has influenced education policy in one of Idaho’s largest districts by living up to her nickname, Spicy K.
Students came from the across the globe — and stayed in Caldwell
International student enrollment fell precipitously during the pandemic. But the College of Idaho grew its international student community, by supporting students who had to stay in school and couldn’t go home.
Even as the pandemic recedes, students might not return to campus
Is Idaho’s college enrollment decline a blip, caused by the coronavirus, or a sign of a bigger trend? Many of the early numbers for 2021-22 are ominous.