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Idaho selected to join a global partnership
Sixty-three schools from Idaho will join more than 900 other schools from nine other countries in an effort to transform education worldwide.
Andrus wins award, comes out punching
Idaho Voices for Children honored former Gov. Cecil Andrus as the nonprofit’s Children’s Champion on Friday. In accepting the award, Andrus called out lawmakers and state officials, urging them to be sincere in making education a priority.
Federal afterschool grants up for grabs
School districts, cities, community and faith-based groups and private corporations can apply for a share of Uncle Sam’s money. Applications are due Jan. 31.
Five schools miss pay plan deadline
The majority of districts and charters met the Oct. 1 deadline, and submitted a variety of plans that range from simple to complex. District leaders expect to receive their share of the $21 million in February.
The superintendent’s race that isn’t … so far
In 13 months, Idaho voters will elect a superintendent of public instruction. To say the least, the campaign is fluid.
McCall’s student-led iPad rollout
Students take a lead role in bringing tablets into the classroom.
Requiring P.E. to graduate gains support
Physical education teachers and the American Heart Association are backing a proposal to make P.E. a graduation requirement. The State Board will take action on the proposal later this year.
Entrepreneur’s message: ‘refuse to be labeled’
The entrepreneur and venture capitalist encourages educators to promote creativity and authenticity and says success can be found down non-traditional paths.
ISBA releases negotiations survey
Only two Idaho school districts reported that their teachers’ union was unable to prove it spoke for the majority of teachers, as outlined by a new law the Legislature passed this year.
Superintendents call for even more money
School officials say increases in health insurance and utilities costs may eat up operational funding before the state can erase recession-era budget cuts.