During the coronavirus pandemic, colleges and universities have struggled to provide their students with basic necessities — from broadband to mental health counseling. But students are also missing something even more fundamental: a sense of connection.
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Teton resumes hybrid learning model
The change follows Eastern Idaho Public Health’s decision to move Teton County from a critical- to high-risk category for spreading coronavirus.
East Idaho’s biggest districts won’t go fully online — yet
They hope to continue to have in-person options, even as more Treasure Valley schools go fully online for the rest of 2020.
Five things to watch for at the Statehouse this week
Legislators are in Boise for their organizational session, a series of meetings and events that will help shape the 2021 legislative session.
Campus coronavirus roundup, 11.30.20: A holiday break brings a decrease in case numbers
Coronavirus case numbers decreased on nearly every Idaho campus during Thanksgiving week — even at Boise State University, which was forced to abruptly cancel a home football game Saturday morning.
National virtual summit will focus on students’ struggles during the pandemic
In the midst of the pandemic, many young adults are despondent and paralyzed and unable to continue their education. “I don’t want this to be a lost generation of students,” Boise State University President Marlene Tromp said.
Gov. Brad Little to speak with Latino students about education
Join us on Dec. 2 for a discussion live-streamed by Idaho Education News and the Idaho Statesman.
Nik Streng joins Ed News staff
He comes from the Argus Observer in Ontario, Ore., and will focus on capturing the voices of parents and students in EdNews coverage of Idaho public education.
Education News from around Idaho
The State Department of Education announced a holiday card winner, a new round of community school grants, and more.
State to reopen applications for remote learning grants
This is the last chance for families to apply for grants to pay for computers, internet connectivity and more.