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Idaho governor tells state agencies to coordinate responses on legislators’, journalists’ questions

The practice applies year-round, and started before Gov. Brad Little took office, governor’s spokesperson says

Statehouse roundup, 1.20.26: Tuition hikes are ‘on the table,’ State Board chief says

In other news, a Senate committee introduced a bill that would move the search process for new college and university presidents almost entirely out of public view. Meanwhile, Democratic leaders called on the Tax Commission to pause advance payments through the private education tax credit.

Report: Idaho Launch encouraged more students to attend in-state colleges

Gov. Brad Little says the grant program is one of his top priorities.

Superintendent shuffle: districts begin receiving applicants

INSIDE: Updates in Kuna and Caldwell superintendent searches.

Statehouse roundup, 1.19.26: Budget-setting lawmakers settle on revenue targets

In other business, the first bill before the Senate Education Committee could be a big one — addressing the search process for university presidents.

We held a no-device night at our house. Here’s what happened.

The plan was simple. No phones. No tablets. No TV. Just eight Bodkins in our living room to see what the night brings, even if we just looked at each other awkwardly for an hour.

Two Idaho moms discuss how education policy impacts their kids, neighbors

A new podcast hosted by Katie McGuire and Alexis Morgan will feature observations about education from their parenting, researching and teaching standpoints.

Statehouse roundup, 1.16.26: Budget-setting committee punts vote on revenue projection

In other news, a new bill proposes a tougher penalty for speeding in a school zone.