Sadie Dittenber
Meet Terry Gilbert, Democratic nominee for state superintendent
If elected, the retired school teacher said he would support early literacy and vocational programs, and address aging school facilities.
Superintendent candidates gear up for final weeks to election
Democrat Terry Gilbert and Republican Debbie Critchfield will face off on Nov. 8 to replace eight-year incumbent Sherri Ybarra.
Elevate students run their own businesses, and the community reaps the benefits
“I’m so involved in my community and I’m involved in my school,” said one student. “This is a great experience for me.”
More educators apply to temporarily work in positions they’re unqualified to fill
The uptick in emergency provisional certifications could be caused by a statewide teacher shortage in hard-to-fill positions or the state’s improved communication on the process.
Micron’s expansion could boost STEM funding to Idaho schools
The goal of the Micron Foundation is to remove barriers for underserved students and create opportunities for young adults to work in the semiconductor field.
State commission takes action against teachers for sexual misconduct, inappropriate relationships
One teacher’s certificate was permanently revoked, and two others were suspended.
State Department proposes changes to ESSA plan
Idaho has failed to meet any of the student achievement goals set in the plan since it was created in 2018.
Boise student, incumbents sworn in as school board trustees
“We’re the boots on the ground in the classroom,” the senior said of his fellow students. “We have the largest stake in our education.”
Little celebrates special session wins with elementary kids
He told the students that the law passed last week is a part of Idaho history. “I know you’re all interested in this,” Little said with laughter.
Indoctrination concerns prompt West Bonner trustees to yank curriculum
Approving a new curriculum could take months, and Superintendent Jackie Branum said finding materials that don’t mention SEL will be almost impossible.