Devin Bodkin

We sent our kids to school today, with trepidation

Our stomachs still turned from Tuesday’s news. Another school shooting. More people dead, mostly young children this time. More families devastated.

West Ada selects new trustee

David Binetti, a management consultant who last year fought to make masks optional in Idaho’s largest school district, will now fill the district’s vacant Zone 4 seat.

Ybarra’s out. Here’s what happens next.

Debbie Critchfield ousted the two-term state superintendent Tuesday. But it doesn’t mean Ybarra’s out just yet — or that Critchfield’s in.

Mountain Home bond issue fails; voters OK various school levies

Tuesday’s historic primary election included some $97 million in school levies and bond issues, most of which was rejected by voters across the state.

Critchfield celebrates victory in the superintendent’s GOP primary

She told EdNews Wednesday morning, “I’m relieved and excited.”

Playing Election Day catchup? We’ve got you covered.

Brush up on the historic May 17 primary, which carries big implications for K-12, possible shakeups in statewide offices and 105 legislative seats up for grabs.

Thompson and Ehardt battle across the Republican aisle

Here’s a look at the race for House Seat 33A, featuring Republicans with different views and priorities.

Board shifts Fremont County superintendent to new ‘role and responsibilities’

The board chair announced the leadership shakeup to staff in an email this week.

NEA: Idaho ranks last in per-pupil spending, again

But the 2020-21 report doesn’t include the 2022 legislative action when an 11% increase was approved for K-12 education.

May 17: an $18.5 million school election day

The bulk of the measures — nearly $15.6 million — comes in the form of one- and two-year supplemental levies. Find out what is proposed in your community.