Episode 128: Fallout From This Week’s School Elections

Kevin Richert | 08/31/2018

It was a mixed verdict Tuesday, as school districts across the state pushed $207 million in bond issues and levies.

On this week’s “Extra Credit” podcast, we recap the results — and look at the impact in districts such as Idaho Falls and Middleton.

Also this week: Kevin Richert and Clark Corbin discuss some sobering research on homeless students.

Be sure to join us every week for the podcast.

Kevin Richert

Kevin Richert

Senior reporter and blogger Kevin Richert specializes in education politics and education policy. He has more than 35 years of experience in Idaho journalism, and extensive experience covering state politics and the Legislature. He is a frequent guest on "Idaho Reports" on Idaho Public Television. He can be reached at krichert@idahoednews.org

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