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Test Scores: At-risk students struggle with reading compared to state average
Idaho’s most at-risk students still struggle to read at the same level as their peers.
Boise attorney appointed to Democratic House seat
Annie Henderson Haws replaces former Rep. Todd Achilles, who recent announced he’s running for U.S. Senate.
With 42 applications in hand, state continues search for the next BSU president
A search committee is “pleased” with the field of candidates, a State Board of Education spokesperson said, but the application window will remain open.
Reading rockets: These schools and districts outperform state averages
See where the highest percentages of students are reading at grade level.
West Ada breaks ground on new elementary, mayor calls it ‘critical infrastructure’
The new school will provide students living in Star with their own neighborhood school, ending the need for a seven-mile bus ride to Eagle.
Instead of closing, Lava Elementary will open its doors as a charter this fall
A local retiree with an education leadership background is stepping in to save the historic school.
A partial thaw: Feds free up funding for after-school and summer programs
The about-face will translate to $6.5 million for Idaho. But nearly $27 million for other Idaho programs remain in limbo.
Boise State reports summer enrollment record
More than 10,000 Boise State students are pursuing about 59,300 summer credits.
Spring reading scores show significant gains, with nearly 71% at grade level
Idaho’s K-3 students have exceeded pre-pandemic reading rates for the first time, according to results from a spring statewide reading exam.
Lottery pays out $75 million dividend for state buildings, school funding
The payout is the third largest in the lottery’s 36-year history.