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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
EdNews’ summer intern from Florida says goodbye to Idaho
The Fort Lauderdale native flew to Boise on May 16 knowing as much about Idaho’s public school funding formula as a gator in the Everglades.
Demand outnumbers available bilingual employees
Experts encourage Idaho schools to offer language classes.
Charter commission allows virtual charter to open with 4 students enrolled
Executive director Rachel Burk said last week that Trailhead Virtual Academy has the green light because its education service provider signed an agreement taking on the financial risk.
Charter schools receive $3.6 million in early state payments
Idaho’s education department can provide upfront funding to help new and expanding programs cover startup costs, payroll and other expenses.
Presenter: Turn special education conflict into collaboration
A workshop for school administrators focused on effective leadership.
Professional Standards Commission restores public access to educator disciplinary hearings
EdNews had questioned the commission’s decision in June to move the hearings behind closed doors.
Lobbying group sues Boise State, alleging it withheld public records
The Idaho Family Policy Center says Boise State withheld records related to an academic article that stated OB-GYNs fled Idaho after the state’s abortion ban took effect.
School leaders to gather in Boise for annual conference
INSIDE: See the full schedule for the three-day event that will bring together superintendents and other administrators for professional development, networking and discussions on issues facing K-12.
Record first-year class enrolls at ICOM
The class of 231 students is a 10-year peak for the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine, a for-profit school that figures into the state’s larger debate over medical education.
Jerome explores staggered schedule to ease bus, traffic challenges
The district announced on Facebook Tuesday that it is considering pushing secondary starts to 8:30 a.m. or later.