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Boise administers student wellness survey for third year
The anonymous opt–in survey will reach 4,000 students at 14 schools.
‘An absolute budget buster:’ Committee takes a sobering look at special education
Special education is underfunded across Idaho, and state superintendent Debbie Critchfield says it will take time to fix the 1975 state law that spells out the approach to funding.
Education experts voice concern about school vouchers at policy forum
Rep. Julie Yamamoto, R- Caldwell, assured attendees that this would be an ongoing issue in the 2024 legislature session.
U.S. Court of Appeals temporarily blocks enforcement of student bathroom ban
After judge denied a request for a preliminary injunction, plaintiffs filed an appeal.
No ruling, no timetable: Open meeting lawsuit remains in play
A 90-minute hearing left the case in limbo. And that uncertainty, in turn, continues to cast a shadow over the proposed University of Idaho-University of Phoenix megadeal.
Analysis: Money makes a big mark in (some) school board elections
The Nov. 7’s trustee elections remain a mixed bag — a mishmash of spendy races and sleepy races, often within the same community. Here are case studies from three Treasure Valley school districts.
Three West Bonner trustees select a temporary superintendent
It appeared as though the board accepted the resignation of controversial leader Branden Durst, but the board’s action was unclear.
Districts to float $168 million in bond and levy asks on Nov. 7
Find out if your school district has a measure on the ballot.
Seniors plan medical, automative and construction careers with Launch grants
The new program will pay up to $8,000 toward tuition and fees for in-demand careers at trade schools or traditional universities.
Science scores stagnate, and most students are not proficient
INSIDE: Top 10 lists, and results by grade level and demographic.