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Charter superintendent files defamation claim against commission
Christine Ivie is pursuing legal action against the Idaho Public Charter Commission for “defamation, negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, negligent infliction of emotional distress and civil conspiracy.”
Bonneville superintendent wants the state to help pay for infrastructure
The request follows the recent rejection of a $42.7 million bond issue.
Enrollment surges at CSI’s nontraditional teacher prep program
The College of Southern Idaho attributes the increase to demand for a more robust — yet still nontraditional — route to teacher certification in Idaho.
Common Core ‘conundrum’: Lawmakers acknowledge difficulties with K-12 standards
Idaho’s version of Common Core helps define the skillsets possessed by high school graduates. But it also has its issues, House Speaker Scott Bedke told patrons during a Republican caucus meeting in Rexburg Monday.
Is Bingham Academy following commission-recommended improvement opportunites?
The embattled charter school is not posting contracts and timely agendas and expense reports on its website. And it continues to reimburse a retired leader.
Teton follows low-performing status with double-digit improvements
Administrators at the middle school made changes that led to better test scores.
Bonneville postpones hiring a deputy superintendent for financial and political reasons
The decision is to replace a six-figure payout to the former superintendent and appease the community.
State Board holds off on approving enrollment rule
Enrollment reporting is important because it could serve as a basis for a new K-12 funding model.
Annual survey shows drop in student engagement
The news surfaced during a State Board of Education meeting on Wednesday.
East Idaho educators voice support for Core Standards
East Idaho educators had a clear message for the State Board of Education Tuesday night: Leave Idaho’s version of Common Core alone.