Darren Svan

Reporter Darren Svan has a background in both journalism and education. Prior to working for military schools at overseas installations, he was news editor at several publications in Wyoming and Colorado. You can send news tips to [email protected].

Leaders recognize lack of Native American educators as concern

“There has to be specific attention to how we attract our Native students into thinking about being a teacher,” state superintendent Debbie Critchfield said.

Commission hires new director, welcomes new commissioner

INSIDE: Commenters call out overregulation and errors.

Trustees search for ways to reach more voters

Superintendent Wendy Johnson presented four options for the next bond issue request: Nov. 7, 2023; May 17, 2024; Aug. 30, 2024; and Nov. 5, 2024.

Homeschoolers discuss how to navigate an unconventional learning experience

Convention speaker Jenny Nelson talked about finding dinosaur bones and watching buffalo herds. “You can’t duplicate this inside your house with a textbook.”

Education report says improving communication is top Hispanic concern

The fastest-growing demographic in Idaho is Hispanic students: They made up 18% of K-12 enrollment in 2019-20, or about 56,000 students.

Program exposes career opportunities to at-risk teens

Given the academic disinterest and an uncertain future facing the alternative school demographic, “It’s a new way of delivering education,” said the coordinator.

Fruitland’s classical academy emphasizes virtue and civic responsibility

Students learn Latin, wear uniforms and study the Indonesian music traditions of Gamelan. The school is drawing interest from communities across the state.