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School boards set November ballot questions as deadline nears
Trustees across Idaho are discussing and finalizing levies and bond proposals ahead of the Aug. 28 due date.
Boise Schools’ ‘Good Neighbor’ campaign hits the big screen
The district is spending $150,000 this year as it continues to try to retain and attract students — a challenge for the district, which has seen the largest enrollment decline in the state over the last five years, losing more than 1,600 students.
CEI Future Tech building opens to boost STEM pipeline
INSIDE: See photos of the event and a gallery of the new $52 million facility built to train students to meet Idaho’s growing demand for science, technology and healthcare workers.
UPDATED: Prosecutor, state clear Lake Pend Oreille after grievance over alternative high school move
Superintendent Becky Meyer announced the findings, alongside those of a district internal and legal review, at a school board meeting Tuesday night.
Idaho’s DEI phaseout began long before the Legislature’s mandate
How many diversity, equity and inclusion programs and jobs have been cut on Idaho campuses? Reports ordered by the Legislature provide some answers.
State Board roundup, 8.12.26: AI standards approved for K-12 schools
In other news, the State Board approved new rules that will guide how schools, colleges and universities deal with disputes related to the state’s transgender athletics ban.
State Board roundup, 8.13.26: Boise State Athletics faces budget deficit after Pac-12 move, athlete payments
Also Thursday, the State Board said farewell to two members whose terms are expiring.
McCall-Donnelly, Genesee enter third year with electric buses
Federal grants have helped the districts handle the steep upfront price, giving others a chance to learn from their experience.
Idaho schools are losing thousands of students even as the state grows
Shifting demographics impact K-12 funding and have forced local leaders to adjust staffing, trim budgets and rethink long-term plans.
Another trustee resignation leaves Vallivue board with two vacancies
The replacements, whenever they are appointed, will face tough decisions on how to handle rapid growth.