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Star Middle School principal faces felony charges
Tony Nelson faces two counts of felony injury to a child. He is on administrative leave.
Superintendent Ybarra’s schedule: May 13-17
Here’s state superintendent Sherri Ybarra’s weekly schedule, as released Monday morning.
When there are ‘multiple education topics’ to discuss …
What did state superintendent Sherri Ybarra and Gov. Brad Little talk about Monday? Here’s a synopsis.
Oregon seeks to tighten its vaccination ‘opt-out’ law
The Oregon House Monday passed a bill to get rid of vaccination exemptions based on philosophical, religious and personal grounds. Idaho and Oregon have some of the nation’s highest vaccination opt-out rates — fueled largely by these non-medical exemptions.
Superintendent Ybarra’s schedule, May 6-8: Update
It took until close of business Monday, but state superintendent Sherri Ybarra’s office released her schedule at 4:59 p.m.
State Board to graduating seniors: It’s not too late
Graduating seniors still have time to apply to Idaho’s two- and four-year colleges, and apply for federal financial aid.
Former Nampa teacher charged with sexual abuse
Nampa police say the victim was not one of Keith Odell Peterson’s former students. But police are seeking information on other possible victims.
Superintendent Ybarra’s schedule: April 29-May 2
The superintendent’s post-legislative “roadshow” dominates this week’s calendar.
Comparing the new presidents’ contracts
New Boise State University President Marlene Tromp and new University of Idaho President C. Scott Green will earn more than their predecessors.
Wood River student paintings spark a political backlash
One former legislative candidate said the paintings smack of “indoctrination.” The head of the Blaine County School District says the artwork reflects a variety of political viewpoints.