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Preston drivers score big in bus competitions
Laurie Bird is a 19-year veteran of the Preston bus fleet. Her experience and skills have earned her local, state and national attention — including an appearance in a Hollywood film.
American Falls grapples with overcrowding
A growing population and a failed bond has resulted in a doublewide modular unit for the East Idaho district — and questions about how to accommodate students in the future.
Bonneville educator honored for her dedication
INSIDE: A complete list of educators and other professionals honored during the IASA leadership conference.
Administrators kick off conference in Boise
More than 450 school, charter and district administrators from across the state ended their summer breaks at a networking and training conference in Boise.
Bonneville adjusts to growth while awaiting new high school
The district broke ground for a 1,500-student high school Friday. But can it sustain Ammon’s rapid growth in the meantime?
Superintendent: New Idaho Falls High School biggest bang for buck
IDAHO FALLS – Officials could table plans to remodel Idaho Falls High School, opting instead to build a new school at a different location. “It just seems to be the most bang for our buck,” said superintendent George Boland. Boland and Idaho Falls board members met Tuesday to review options for updating and modernizing Idaho Falls and Skyline…
Labor negotiations to extend to October in Sugar-Salem
An impasse over salaries has pushed a plan to finalize negotiations to October – three months after the district’s own July 22 teacher contract deadline.
Idaho Falls charter school granted permit for O.E. Bell building
The decision allows the school to occupy the building for the 2017-18 school year.
Healthcare coverage stalls labor negotiations in Sugar-Salem
A local union leader says teachers could leave the district before the start of the school year if an agreement isn’t reached soon.
Shelley considers allowing ’emotional support’ animals on campus
Liability is driving the district’s decision to develop a policy, said Superintendent Bryan Jolley, who is concerned about aggressive or untrained dogs, fleas or diseases coming onto campuses.