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Nampa’s outspoken trustee: ‘I just don’t see confrontation as a bad thing’

Kim Rost has influenced education policy in one of Idaho’s largest districts by living up to her nickname, Spicy K.

Boise native finds college success amid constant disruptions

Winston Gee, a 2017 graduate of Boise High, earned all As in four years of college that included evacuations for a fire, mudslide and pandemic.

Analysis: McGeachin’s political strategy, unmasked

Last week, the lieutenant governor combined brilliant politics with slapdash policymaking. What better way to foreshadow a wild ride of a 2022 gubernatorial race?

At least 11 new online schools set to serve students next year

The surge in online offerings marks a changeup in the state’s virtual K-12 landscape, as school districts gear up to serve kids alternative options.

Seniors enjoy a traditional sendoff

One year ago, schools had to change graduation plans to meet local gathering restrictions amid the pandemic. But this year, most schools are holding graduations as normal.

Donaldson’s most gratifying year was his last

Lewiston’s superintendent reflects on a 40-year career that ended with navigating through a pandemic.

Terry Ryan transformed Idaho education. He’s not done yet.

The controversial out-of-stater has influenced the addition of 12,000 public charter seats in Idaho. He plans to add thousands more, causing a disruption to traditional schools.

New State Board president aims to draw Idaho’s leaders back into consensus over education priorities

“If we don’t have alignment with the Legislature on what’s important, and they don’t support it and fund it, we’re not going to get anything done,” said Kurt Liebich.