The new career-technical school seeks to bridge the gap between education and the work force.
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Idaho’s principal evaluations get mixed reviews
Find out how Idaho compares to other states examined by the National Council on Teacher Quality.
Few presidential searches fail the way Boise State’s did
National expert discusses best practices in presidential hires.
Four days late, Ybarra files campaign finance report
It’s unclear whether state superintendent Sherri Ybarra will have to pay a $50-a-day fine. Democratic nominee Cindy Wilson chided Ybarra over the violation.
Spring test scores: a mixed bag
Scores improved on Idaho’s standardized test. But Idaho scores dropped on a leading college-entrance exam.
Ybarra fails to file campaign finance report
The latest report — covering the runup to the May 15 primary — was due Thursday. Ybarra could face fines of up to $50 per day.
Education news around Idaho
In this week’s briefs you will find Governors cup scholarship recipients, Idaho STEM educator award deadline extended and school grants for peer-based suicide prevention.
Spending in governor’s primaries topped $11.4 million
The nominees begin the race to the Nov. 6 election with depleted bank accounts — and Democratic nominee Paulette Jordan holding an edge over Republican Brad Little.
State kicks off training program ahead of reading test rollout
Every Idaho elementary school will begin using a new, online reading test next school year.
Experienced teachers push for better pay amid K-12 funding overhaul
Three public funding-formula forums remain.
Kustra suggests change to higher education structure
Appointed boards of trustees could give Idaho universities a powerful core of local advocates, and ease the State Board of Education’s workload, the retiring Boise State University president said Monday.
Educators push for funding flexibility
The next public hearing is set for Monday night in Fort Hall.
Study: Idaho most tolerant for guns in schools
Of all 50 states, only Idaho qualified in every gun-related category examined in a recent national study.
Comparing the contracts of Idaho presidents
On top of their salaries — which rank among the highest in state government — presidents also get perks that include country club memberships.
School safety still a hot topic
While students enjoy the summer break, school leaders will be brainstorming ways to both introduce and fund heightened security measures in the age of mass school shootings.
MAP: Where Idaho’s National Merit Scholars are from
Find out who received this prestigious scholarship.
As graduation rates climb, demographic gaps persist
Poverty is a key driver. In Idaho, about three-fourths of high school dropouts come from low-income households, according to a national study released Tuesday.
School funding committee kicks off regional meetings
Paid consultants will host a mix of public hearings and invitation-only focus groups where the public will be barred from attending.
Preston teacher charged with animal cruelty
The educator faces a misdemeanor count after he fed an ill puppy to a turtle in front of a handful of students.
Martin Schimpf named interim president of Boise State
The provost and vice president of academic affairs will lead the university after President Bob Kustra retires at the end of the month.