Devin Bodkin
Idaho Falls elementary employs ‘expeditionary’ approach
In the wake of losing 24 students and one of its most popular teachers, Sunnyside Elementary School in Idaho Falls is moving forward with a framework hinged on student expeditions.
Idaho Falls opts to build a new high school
The district originally planned on upgrading both Idaho Falls and Skyline high schools. However, further cost analysis and research prompted the board to opt for a rebuild, while sticking with plans to upgrade Skyline.
Some Idaho districts communicate with Facebook
But most avoid the social media platform, because of staffing reasons, and promote individual schools to use it.
Year In Review: The year’s ‘lighter side’
From a pig farmer who writes the dirtiest of literature to four East Idaho sibling administrators, we look back at the top five funny, obscure or otherwise not-so-well-known phenomena that grabbed your attention in 2016.
Year in Review: Memorable quotes
In 2016, you spoke. We heard you.
Year In Review: 2016 in photos
We’re looking back at the year’s biggest news, using photos.
State honors East Idaho Title I school
For the second time this year, the state is recognizing students in the district for improved ISAT scores.
West Jefferson to keep five-day school schedule
After a months-long, community-wide debate, an East Idaho District drops the idea of moving to a four-day schedule.
Bond refinance saves Fremont County taxpayers $600,000
District officials say the measure equites to annual savings of $4.80 per $100,000 of taxable property.
Idaho Falls debates benefits, costs of new community college
K-12 students would have more opportunities to gain college credits, but local taxpayers could face multiple bond measures.