School Choice
Coalition files lawsuit to block new private school tax credit
The coalition, which is petitioning the Idaho Supreme Court, argues that House Bill 93’s tax credit program violates the state constitution’s ‘free common schools’ provision.
IDLA faces increased Statehouse scrutiny amid budget growth
After a surge in enrollment and state funding, the online learning platform is facing questions from lawmakers that could lead to policy changes next year.
‘A sound business practice’: Critchfield says she — not Little — asked public schools to plan for cuts
The holdback plans could play a role in legislative budget considerations moving forward.
State education leaders discuss tax credits, special ed, classroom policies at IASA conference
The panel didn’t have many positive things to say about the decisions made by the Legislature’s Republican supermajority.
Will Idaho opt into federal private school choice? It’s a complicated process.
On Wednesday, members of a House-Senate committee dropped no hints about whether they want Idaho to opt into the new federal scholarship program.
Federal judge hears arguments in Idaho Blaine Amendment case
The decision could have broader implications for Idaho’s ongoing debate over public funding for private schools, most of which are religious.
Analysis: Idaho’s fight over private school choice is far from finished
The 2025 Legislature passed a $50 million private school tax credit program. Heading into the 2026 session, $50 million looks to be the boundary on the map and the line in the sand.
Boise trustees: Private school choice will ‘irreparably harm’ public schools
Boise’s resolution will go to the Idaho School Boards Association, which represents trustees statewide. In 2024, ISBA members went on record in overwhelming opposition to private school choice.
Conceptual charter ‘school of sport’ has roots in religious sectarianism
Branden Durst and a board of familiar faces are looking to open Brabeion Academy, a “school of sport” originally introduced as a Christian charter school.
School leaders, lawmakers speak out against private school tax credit
Monday’s town hall event was the first of seven to be held in East Idaho.