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Rolling out the red carpet: Clearwater Valley, Grangeville start school as new districts
Leaders say the first days went smoothly, but behind the scenes they are still sorting out what, they hope, are the last finance and technology issues.
Idaho U.S. Senate candidate David Roth removes name from general election ballot
Roth cited lack of support from the Idaho Democratic Party
Web of intrigue: U of I researchers find a new, Idaho-centric species of spider
The newly discovered arachnid — dubbed Hexura vandal, in tribute to the U of I — appears to be confined to moist, coniferous forest in north-central Idaho.
Prosecutor: No update on Lakeland open meeting complaint
EdNews filed the complaint last month after trustees voted on an “Item E” following a July 29 executive session. The item was not listed as an action item, and no details were posted.
NIC provosts took unconventional paths to the college. Now they’re part of its leadership story.
Lloyd Duman and Gwen Cash-James say their unconventional paths shaped their approach to the job — one during a crisis, the other after it.
Idaho college savings program gets a new name, website
The Idaho Education Savings Program celebrated 25 years last week — and reached a milestone: $1.1 billion in assets for Idaho families to pay for education expenses.
Boise unveils eight electric buses
A federal grant enabled the district and its busing contractor to purchase the vehicles.
Online career training is growing – does it work?
The leading company offering virtual workforce learning to high school students is posting record profits. But student outcomes can be uneven.
Middleton approves $3 million November levy proposal
Trustees also selected name for the district’s future elementary school in Star.
Parents are being held responsible for their kids’ crimes under new laws
When young children and teenagers get into trouble, the question often comes quickly: Where was Mom and Dad?