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Three complaints filed over classroom displays during the first year of Idaho’s new banner law
School employees cannot display flags or banners that show opinions, emotions, beliefs or thoughts about politics, economics, society, faith or religion, according to IDE guidance.
Two candidates vie for Boise board’s lone contested seat
Former trustee Andy Hawes and retired lawyer Kirt Naylor will face off in September. Two current trustees are also running unopposed.
Meet Leeann Curry: Teacher, business strategist and barista
She doesn’t use textbooks and barely gives tests. Instead, her students participate in real-world activities, such as simulating a coffee shop and creating a resort for a target market.
Pop quiz: Test your civics knowledge before America’s 250th birthday
INSIDE: Take our quiz on Idaho history and the Constitution to be elibigle for EdNews swag.
‘I can’t wait to get going:’ Hahn hired as Boise State president
David Hahn begins effective immediately, earning $480,000 a year — the highest presidential salary in Idaho, and a slight increase for the Boise State job.
Pocatello-Chubbuck shares progress on rebuild projects
The first phase of Highland High School’s reconstruction is coming to fruition, and new spaces are scheduled to open after winter break on Jan. 4, 2027.
Caldwell trustees acknowledge and cure open meeting violation
“We’re following Idaho law and we’re also being transparent with the public,” Chairman Travis Manning said. INSIDE: Video of the action.
Coalition files grievances against Lake Pend Oreille over moving alternative students
The complaints allege federal civil rights, programmatic and funding violations.
Micron announces Trump Account contributions for Idaho families
The Boise-based company will deposit a collective $250 million in seed funding to honor America’s 250th birthday.
Lakeland trustees extend interim superintendent’s contract without public vote
Jake Massey was not promoted to superintendent but he did receive a $30,000 raise to stay on as interim, according to contracts obtained from a public records request.