Devin Bodkin
Charter commission flags finances at four schools
Monticello Montessori Charter, Peace Valley Charter, Bingham Academy and The Village Charter each received notices of fiscal concern Thursday.
Ammon charter school violated eight special education laws, according to state investigation
The State Department of Education has found Monticello Montessori Charter School in violation of multiple requirements under both the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Idaho Special Education Manual.
At least 11 new online schools set to serve students next year
The surge in online offerings marks a changeup in the state’s virtual K-12 landscape, as school districts gear up to serve kids alternative options.
Monticello board chair resigns amid investigation
Ken Glodo gave no reason for the decision, which accompanies a months-long probe into his charter school’s finances by the Idaho Public Charter School Commission.
Monticello board lets go of executive director amid state investigation
A probe of the school’s finances has revealed dozens of unexplained purchases.
Statements show thousands of dollars worth of unexplained purchases at Ammon charter school
Expense reports lack details about what school leaders bought from places such as TJ Maxx, Netflix and area grocery stores.
‘After I got the gun, I just pulled her into a hug’: Rigby teacher retraces school shooting
Krista Gneiting spoke out about the May 6 ordeal at Rigby Middle School with Good Morning America.
Terry Ryan transformed Idaho education. He’s not done yet.
The controversial out-of-stater has influenced the addition of 12,000 public charter seats in Idaho. He plans to add thousands more, causing a disruption to traditional schools.
Idaho Falls, Nampa and Pocatello-Chubbuck make masks optional
The decisions come as other districts mull similar changes.
More counselors, heightened police presence in Jefferson County schools after shooting
Students will be able to return to school Tuesday, Superintendent Chad Martin announced Monday.