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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
CEI Future Tech building opens to boost STEM pipeline
INSIDE: See photos of the event and a gallery of the new $52 million facility built to train students to meet Idaho’s growing demand for science, technology and healthcare workers.
UPDATED: Prosecutor, state clear Lake Pend Oreille after grievance over alternative high school move
Superintendent Becky Meyer announced the findings, alongside those of a district internal and legal review, at a school board meeting Tuesday night.
State Board roundup, 8.12.26: AI standards approved for K-12 schools
In other news, the State Board approved new rules that will guide how schools, colleges and universities deal with disputes related to the state’s transgender athletics ban.
McCall-Donnelly, Genesee enter third year with electric buses
Federal grants have helped the districts handle the steep upfront price, giving others a chance to learn from their experience.
Another trustee resignation leaves Vallivue board with two vacancies
The replacements, whenever they are appointed, will face tough decisions on how to handle rapid growth.
Gregory leaves Boise school board after 24 years
The longtime trustee is turning her attention to a Senate campaign covering parts of Boise and Meridian.
Lakeland trustees again vote on undisclosed agenda item
Board members took action after a July executive session, prompting another open meeting complaint from EdNews.
Superintendent shuffle: Kamiah, Clearwater Valley districts hire leaders
INSIDE: Updates in Kuna and Caldwell superintendent searches.
Idaho lawmakers hear updates on efforts to improve children’s residential care, state 911 system
Legislative committee also heard challenges to provide CTE programs in K-12 schools
Feds propose Head Start deregulation, Idaho nonprofit concerned
The proposed changes would require providers to speak in English but provides an exemption for Native American programs that preserve cultural heritage.