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Payette teacher awarded $75,000 at surprise school ceremony
Tyson Smith wants to buy new machinery to update his curriculum for modern industry standards with the prize money.
Report: Idaho offers no extra funds for hard-to-fill teaching positions
The state ranks 36th nationally in average teacher pay and provides no targeted salary supplements for difficult-to-staff schools or subjects.
Crapo, Risch vote for college sports overhaul bill
The Senate passed the bipartisan and far-reaching Protect College Sports Act of 2026 on a 77-22 vote. The bill goes to the House, where the prospects are murky.
Federal judge upholds Idaho law that bans vaccine, medical treatment requirements in daycares
Ruling upholds state law that bans businesses, governments and schools from mandating vaccines or ‘medical interventions’
Idaho’s big reading gains come with a caveat
Changes to the Idaho Reading Indicator test make last year’s improvements difficult to compare, educators say.
League of Women Voters of Idaho announces candidate forums for state’s governor, US Senate races
League works with Caldwell Chamber, C of I, American Association of University Women to host public forums, which will be Sept. 30, Oct. 6
Boise State looks at big makeover east of stadium
The “east campus project” could include “hotel, conference, event, retail, dining, housing and parking options,” Boise State President David Hahn said Friday.
District 26: Three-way race pits GOP incumbent against educator, independent
Rep. Mike Pohanka seeks a second term against Democrat Anita Janis and independent Bella Schiffler, who bring widely different backgrounds and views to the race.
Legislators abruptly stop a school behavioral health program
The $1.2 million would have paid for onsite “hubs” offering in-person or telehealth support. Ten school districts had already applied for a share of the money.
Court approves state takeover of insolvent Idaho School Benefit Trust
The Department of Insurance now has control over the depleted trust’s assets.