Devin Bodkin
West Ada names new trustee
Trustees in the state’s largest school district chose Lucas Bacaylon from a pool of four finalists during a special meeting Tuesday.
CSI president appointed to state charter commission
Dean Fisher’s appointment to the seven-member panel is effective until May 2023, when the governor may appoint him to a full four-year term.
80-year-old war veteran takes on the Idaho Freedom Foundation
It’s a battle Jim Jones believes is critical to preserving education and democracy in Idaho.
High school trap shooting team aims for competition
Blasting airborne discs with shotguns has become a team sport at Snake River High School. The students and their coach want more schools to join in.
COVID at two years: What has the health crisis meant for you?
The last two years have been a whirlwind. We’re looking back at the highlights — and would love to hear from you.
Idaho’s teacher-retention rate holds firm, again
At least 90% of Idaho teachers stay put. INSIDE: Find out what the retention rate is in your district or charter.
School elections: Jefferson County and Vallivue bond issues fail, Madison’s passes
INSIDE: Outcomes from districts across the state, which sought a combined $288.4 million in local funds Tuesday.
No, Idaho’s teachers aren’t quitting in droves
The state’s 2021 teacher-retention rate came in at 90.8%. And it’s hovered around that number since 2018.
Dads are “on duty” at Rigby Middle School
Local leaders hope a program aimed at connecting students to positive local male role models will help the school beset by a recent school shooting and the lingering pandemic.
March 8: A $288.4 million election day for schools
The bulk of requested funds next week — a combined $176.9 million — comes in the form of bond issues for new and improved infrastructure in four districts.