Carly Flandro
Idaho high school graduation rate increases slightly, but lags far behind state goal
About 4,800 students did not graduate on time.
Tribes, education agencies will collaborate to support Native American students
“I don’t think we’ve ever had the chance to have a conversation like this,” Joyce McFarland, a Nez Perce education leader, said.
Pocatello trustees continue to weigh options for rebuilding fire-damaged school
The insurance money won’t be enough to build the school students need, some trustees say.
Students, librarians push back against West Ada book removal policy
The superintendent has unilateral authority. “It made me feel really helpless,” one student said.
Teachers whose careers are impacted by a lack of affordable, quality childcare: We want to hear from you
Your story could become part of a nationwide series tackling the relationship between childcare and parents’ participation in the workforce.
Private companies Hawley Troxell and Piper Sandler make building public schools their business
The law firm and bank provide expertise where much is at stake because building schools in Idaho is an odyssey fraught with restrictive laws, and complicated financial moves. To navigate it, many K-12 leaders turn to them.
But it’s expensive. Public education has siphoned millions to the private businesses over the years.
EdNews reporters Carly Flandro and Kevin Richert take a close look at their influence, commitment and costs.
Meet banker Eric Heringer
His private sector work has a major influence on public education. He shares – in his own words – how it all works.
Meet lawyers Tom Mortell and Nick Miller
These lawyers are household names among Idaho education leaders.
Idaho Falls, prosecutor reach settlement in bond advocacy case
The case will likely impact school election communications statewide.
Utah State administrator named Idaho State’s next president
The Utah State University executive vice president will take over at the end of January, becoming ISU’s 14th leader.