Jennifer Swindell

Managing editor and CEO Jennifer Swindell founded Idaho Education News in 2013. She has led the online news platform as it has grown in readership and engagement every year, reaching over two million pageviews a year. Jennifer has more than 35 years of experience in Idaho journalism. She also has served as a public information officer for Idaho schools and as a communication director at Boise State University. She can be reached at [email protected].

Horseshoe Bend’s troubles keep mounting

The board of trustees seeks a new leader to clean up the financial mess and build community support.

EdNews staff to triple in size

We will offer you the most comprehensive and in-depth news on public education in Idaho.

Education donations could lose tax credit

Rep. Heather Scott wants to amend a bill so donations made to education foundations would no longer receive a tax benefit. But her new language is unclear to many.

Gooding superintendent abruptly resigns

Mary Larson resigned Tuesday night, after seven turbulent months on the job.

Improve student engagement, improve success

Data expert Brandon Busteed shared Gallup results on student and workforce engagement during an Ed Sessions lunch on Tuesday.

Student-designed site tracks lawmakers’ steps

A Meridian Technical Charter High School class project created a website that legislators are using to monitor physical activity.

Hundreds gather to support school choice

Idaho has been ranked among the best states in the nation at providing education options for kids.

Former education secretary speaks to Idaho leaders

William Bennett shared his ideas for shaping education policy to Idaho’s top politicians and business leaders.

Boise trustees elect Wagers to the board

The president of the Idaho Candy Co. attended Boise schools and his four children are currently enrolled in Boise schools.

Teachers honored by former students

Four Idaho teachers are honored for their dedication during Boise State University’s winter commencement.