Devin Bodkin

Five new charters will open for business this fall

The public schools could provide in-person or remote learning for nearly 1,000 students. Of course, opening doors depends on the guidance related to the coronavirus pandemic.

Students with special needs struggle to learn remotely

EdNews last week surveyed dozens of parents and said their children were receiving either no services or only a partial amount of services during school closures amid coronavirus.

Idaho Falls seniors graduate on the big screen

The East Idaho district kicked off its series of ceremonies at a drive-in theater.

Former principal sues White Pine Charter School

The lawsuit alleges that the trustees violated the administrator’s human and civil rights.

Former principal to be charged with grand theft

Another former employee will also be charged with four counts of the crime, Bingham County Prosecutor Paul Rogers tells Idaho Education News.

Idaho Falls charter plans expansion

The K-6 public charter school is asking the Idaho Public Charter Commission to authorize Alturas Preparatory Academy, a secondary charter that would serve hundreds students in the Idaho Falls, Boneville and Shelley school districts.

Colleges and universities hope to bring students back in the fall

But with the uncertainty of the coming months, they also are preparing to continue online course work. Find out the plans of each institution.

Teacher inspires students to become educators

Teachers across the Bear Lake School District shared how Tammy Stephens has influenced dozens of her students to enter the education field — and how she still inspires them to improve their craft.