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Kuna schools have hundreds of empty seats
Population gains haven’t translated into more public school students, leaving district officials trying to figure out where families are going — and why.
Boise unveils eight electric buses
A federal grant enabled the district and its busing contractor to purchase the vehicles.
Boise trustee candidates differ on biggest issue facing district
One says it’s declining enrollment. The other points to student well-being. Election Day is Sept. 1.
Emmett High’s dome days may be numbered
Engineers say the quirky structures that make up the school need $24 million in repairs. Some residents would rather have a new, normal school building.
Boise Schools’ ‘Good Neighbor’ campaign hits the big screen
The district is spending $150,000 this year as it continues to try to retain and attract students — a challenge for the district, which has seen the largest enrollment decline in the state over the last five years, losing more than 1,600 students.
Another trustee resignation leaves Vallivue board with two vacancies
The replacements, whenever they are appointed, will face tough decisions on how to handle rapid growth.
Gregory leaves Boise school board after 24 years
The longtime trustee is turning her attention to a Senate campaign covering parts of Boise and Meridian.
‘It’s not the go-to’: West Ada limits classroom screen time
Elementary classes will be screen-free for 90% of the school day. Devices will have to earn their place in every lesson.
Former Boise State QB named executive director of Idaho Technical Career Academy
Former Boise State University quarterback Tony Hilde has been named executive director of Idaho Technical Career Academy virtual public charter school, officials with the school announced last week. Hilde has been with the school since 2025, when he was hired to serve as career technical education coordinator. Hilde succeeds former executive director Monti Pittman, who…
Former Nampa school board chair resigns
Brook Taylor served on the board since 2022. Trustees plan to appoint her successor for a term that runs through 2029.