Carly Flandro

Average principal pay nears $100,000, while charter directors earn just over that

Here’s a look at what school leaders make on average statewide.

Caldwell tinkers with policy to pull absent teens’ driver’s licenses

The move comes as legislators consider tying more school funding to attendance.

Flagged hazards went unaddressed before Highland fire — a common occurence in Idaho schools

There’s a long list of reasons why, including tight budgets, understaffing, and aging buildings. 

Pocatello trustees will wait on clarity from legislators before deciding on bond

If a proposed facilities funding bill passes, they may not have to go to voters to rebuild the burned Highland High.

Pocatello trustees urged to “speed up” decisions on Highland rebuild

They differ on priorities, but seemed to agree Tuesday that a bond would be the best way to rebuild.

In wake of nixed levy, Idaho Falls’ next move is complicated

The path is muddied by an ongoing legislative session that puts state funding in flux.

Jerome teachers take Monday off in protest, leading to district closure

About 90 teachers took a personal leave day to protest a school board decision and other stressors.

Highland fire saga is far from over, insurance adjuster says. Here’s what we know

Trustees will likely need to make a rebuild decision without definitive answers from insurance.

2023 SAT Day participation dropped, while scores improved

Only about 64% of the state’s juniors took the college entrance exam last spring.