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Analysis: Another rift within the GOP comes into plain public view
Tuesday’s GOP primary represents yet another showdown between the Republicans’ mainstream and hardline factions. But the rift along the GOP’s right flank can’t be dismissed, either.
UPDATED: Governor, superintendent endorse legislative candidates
It’s not unusual for a governor to endorse primary races, but Little hasn’t done it regularly in his two terms.
Coeur d’Alene schools will remain with five-day calendar
The district will release students two hours early on Fridays to allow teachers collaboration time.
Idaho lagged behind neighboring states in teacher pay last year
The State Board of Education has said more competitive salaries in bordering states could be hurting Idaho’s teacher retention.
At-risk population exempted from high-stakes testing
There are approximately 18,000 Idaho students in K-12 who are categorized as English language learners. Those in grades K-3 who are new to the country, and just beginning to learn English, may qualify for the state testing exemption.
Boise leaders weigh the fate of Owyhee Elementary
Some parents believe Boise elementary schools south of the river receive a disproportionate amount of money for facilities.
House Education vice chair faces two conservative challengers
Rep. Lori McCann of Lewiston is defending her four-year record — and, to an extent, her committee’s record — in a three-person GOP primary.
U.S. News and World Report: Idaho’s best high schools are mostly in the Treasure Valley
Find out how your high school stacks up.
Defying pandemic-era predictions, home schooling remains on the rise in Idaho and beyond
Once a fringe movement, it’s becoming more popular.
Congress hasn’t helped families with day care costs. So states are stepping in
Across the country, the story for families is virtually the same: Child care is unaffordable for many, hard to find for those who can pay, and financially precarious for day care operators and their employees.