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After heated debate, two library bills halt in House committee
One library board trustee said the bills are unnecessary — “there’s no pornography in our libraries.”
Idaho’s $1 billion school election day: a district-by-district breakdown
There’s still time to vote if you haven’t already.
Charter commission continues to allows IDVA a unique financial disclosure exemption
It was decided that because the structure of the school’s financial statements do not align with the commission’s metrics, the exemption is warranted.
Statehouse roundup, 2.28.23: Future ESA legislation prefaced in House committee
A divided Senate Education Committee recommended rejecting one gubernatorial appointment, and remained neutral on another appointment.
After longwinded debate, Senate kills controversial school choice bill
Before Monday’s lopsided 12-23 vote, Senate Education Committee Chairman Dave Lent suggested other education savings accounts legislation might be in the works.
Statehouse roundup, 2.27.23: Parental rights bill passes House easily
And in other Statehouse news, homeschooling and abstinence could get new definitions.
Idaho schools ranked from best to worst
Find out what the data says about Idaho education. INSIDE: See where your school ranks.
Gov. Brad Little continues to push for career training grants and teacher raises
Little and Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke have been touring the state to build support for the Idaho Launch proposal, Little said at press conference Friday.
Statehouse roundup, 2.24.23: March school election date may be saved
In other news, a bill banning student IDs as valid voter identification is headed to the Senate floor.
Commission finds litany of problems and rejects charter’s renewal
The future of Monticello Montessori Charter will be decided at a March 8 hearing.