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Idaho schools ranked from best to worst

Find out what the data says about Idaho education. INSIDE: See where your school ranks.

Commission finds litany of problems and rejects charter’s renewal

The future of Monticello Montessori Charter will be decided at a March 8 hearing.

Analysis: The big election day lawmakers don’t want to see

When school districts go to the polls on March 14, more than $1 billion in taxpayer money will be on the line. If some lawmakers get their way, it will be the last election of its kind.

Statehouse roundup, 2.22.23: Parental rights bill sails to House floor

In other news, House Education introduced another parental rights bill — and a new motto bill.

Statehouse roundup, 2.21.23: Advanced opportunities program could get funding boost

In other news, a nonpartisan group says the cost of a controversial education savings accounts bill could balloon from $45 million to $363 million within one year.

Analysis: A fundamental discussion of what education means to Idahoans

This week’s debate over a controversial school choice bill provided insight into how Idahoans look at their local schools, and education’s role in society.

Statehouse roundup, 2.15.23: After lengthy testimony, divisive ESA bill heads to Senate floor

In other Statehouse news, a House committee introduces a bill that would overhaul school board elections.

Yenor takes a Florida-based job with a conservative think tank

However, the polarizing political science professor remains on the Boise State University faculty.

Analysis: Idaho scores well … on an education metric Idaho no longer cares about

Remember the “60% goal?” Idaho’s leaders have all but forgotten it. But the latest numbers are actually encouraging — and they have quite a bit to say.

Statehouse roundup, 2.8.23: School election consolidation heads to House floor

In other news, a bill to require a financial literacy course is headed to the House floor.