Devin Bodkin
Bonneville names four finalists in superintendent search
The board plans to replace retiring leader Chuck Shackett by Feb. 13.
New partnership helps high school students earn college credits
The College of Eastern Idaho and the Idaho Falls School District will together launch the “Jumpstart College Program” next year.
Idaho’s K-12 enrollment grows
The State Department of Education’s latest statewide fall enrollment is 306,242, up 1.3 percent from last year.
East Idaho leaders outline priorities for legislative session
State Superintendent Sherri Ybarra solicited feedback from local leaders regarding a range of issues ahead of the 2019 legislative session.
Bonneville educators, patrons provide input on superintendent search
Some 50 parents, teachers and school administrators outlined the skills and attributes needed for the person selected to replace outgoing superintendent Chuck Shackett.
Bonneville mulling $38.8 million bond issue, long range growth plan
The measure would include funding for a new elementary school, and could kick off a 12-year $176.5 million plan to upgrade a range of facilities across the district.
Bonneville seeks input amid superintendent’s search
An online survey and special board meeting will let patrons have a say in the district’s pursuit of a new leader.
Fruitland High principal under police investigation
No charges have been filed, according to an Idaho Statesman report by Ruth Brown.
Think tank: Idaho avoids firing teachers because of performance
Idaho is one of 29 states that does not require effectiveness data to influence teacher dismissals, according to a new report.
Trustees to consider state-funded pre-K programs
It’s a top issue slated for this year’s Idaho School Boards Association convention this week in Boise.