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Idaho’s two largest districts call tens of thousands of families to map Internet access
Educators have found thousands of children do not have Internet at home and thousands more need an electronic device.
Andy Grover hired to lead administrators association
The long-time Melba School District superintendent was a Republican candidate for state superintendent.
Coronavirus news, 4.8.20: Ybarra leaves grading decisions to local school leaders amid pandemic
Whether they retain their traditional grading system, move to pass/fail or adopt mastery, Ybarra said local leaders will make the best decision.
Blackfoot adopts four-day school week
Trustees in the 3,800-student district voted unanimously on Thursday to drop Fridays from the school calendar.
Little says stay-home order about to pay dividends
However, Little is not easing back yet, saying additional restrictions will likely continue after the initial stay-home order expires April 15.
With the door to schools still ajar, district leaders ponder their next steps
A State Board of Education decision will keep Idaho schools closed for now. But local administrators could have the option of reopening school later the spring. Reactions are mixed.
Friday Night Lights! A way to celebrate high school seniors and athletes
#BeTheLightId encourages Idaho’s high schools to turn on their stadium lights Friday, April 10, to support the 2020 graduating class and the spring sport athletes. Is your school joining in?
How do you homeschool during a pandemic?
It’s 5 p.m., work is winding down and homeschool is in session — if you can call it that.
State Board extends school closure through the end of the academic year — with a caveat
Although schools will remain physically closed, online and distance learning is expected to take place.
A high statewide rate, with big fluctuations: Reading Idaho’s coronavirus numbers
Idaho has one of the highest coronavirus rates in the nation, according to a state epidemiologist. But Idaho infection rates can vary widely from county to county.