Idaho EdNews Staff
Eight schools receive suicide prevention grants
The schools will receive support and training and $3,000 to implement a program that utilizes social networking in an effort to prevent suicide, bullying and substance abuse.
Monday morning news roundup
Read about Idaho students achieving: One produces state Christmas card, others created ornaments for the national tree and another student aced his AP test.
Child dies in Canyon County school bus crash
Four other children were hospitalized after the accident, which involved a school bus and a dump truck. The students attended schools in the Kuna School District.
Monday morning news roundup
Celebrate American Education Week, apply for an Idaho Power grant, donate new books to Ada County children in need and celebrate the opening of a new school in Idaho Falls.
Two superintendents receive awards
Superintendents from one of Idaho’s largest districts, and from one of the state’s smallest districts, will be honored for their leadership by the Idaho Association of School Administrators.
Boise summit focuses on reading
Education, business and political leaders will focus on Idaho’s stagnant reading scores — and look for possible solutions.
State Board OKs P.E., STEM rules
When lawmakers convene in January, they will have final say on the two proposed rules.
New website offers news about new standards
Idahoans for Excellence in Education launched a website devoted to offering resources and information that supports the implementation of Idaho Core Standards.
Tis the season to be creative
Enter this year’s holiday card contest for a chance to display your artwork on the state’s greeting card.
Monday morning news roundup
First Idaho Ready and Literacy Summit planed; Idaho Falls prepares for opening of new elementary; committees with education ties set for Monday meetings at the Statehouse.