Devin Bodkin
School districts brace for new learning standards
The 2022 Legislature finally approved revisions to the state’s framework for learning — and put districts up against the clock to make changes ahead of next school year.
A lot of legislation focused on parents this session
Funding and teacher pay hikes have dominated discussions about the 2022 Legislature, but a range of legislation also impacts parents.
State GOP: Bonneville Republican committee’s candidate donations violated its own bylaws
Idaho Republican Party Chairman Tom Luna says thousands of dollars the East Idaho-based central committee donated to various candidates should be corrected “immediately.”
Pocatello educators win ‘Oscars’ of teaching — and $25,000 each
Two teachers from the same district garnered national recognition last month, along with an unexpected cash prize for their leadership and innovation in their classrooms. Here’s how they do it.
Idaho’s version of the Common Core never quite fit. What’s next?
The state’s decade-old K-12 learning standards have had a long and simmering history. Legislators finally replaced them, but what happens now?
West Ada names new trustee
Trustees in the state’s largest school district chose Lucas Bacaylon from a pool of four finalists during a special meeting Tuesday.
CSI president appointed to state charter commission
Dean Fisher’s appointment to the seven-member panel is effective until May 2023, when the governor may appoint him to a full four-year term.
80-year-old war veteran takes on the Idaho Freedom Foundation
It’s a battle Jim Jones believes is critical to preserving education and democracy in Idaho.
High school trap shooting team aims for competition
Blasting airborne discs with shotguns has become a team sport at Snake River High School. The students and their coach want more schools to join in.
COVID at two years: What has the health crisis meant for you?
The last two years have been a whirlwind. We’re looking back at the highlights — and would love to hear from you.