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Nampa teachers ask for online-only start to the school year
District leaders expect school buildings to open in mid-August, but plans are flexible depending on the virus’ spread.
Majority of Idaho students live in coronavirus “hot spots”
Federal officials say schools in coronavirus “hot spots” could require distance-learning. As of mid-July, three in four Idaho students lived in areas that meet that definition.
Survey: Parents agree their child learns best in school
According to a survey of 600 Idaho parents, if schools must close again, they expect schools to be better prepared to facilitate distance learning.
Education news from around Idaho
A 34-year educator’s in-person graduation goodbye, a new face on the SDE leadership team and more education news from across state.
Here’s what other states are doing to reopen schools next month
Some are mandating masks. Others are postponing sports. Find out what’s happening around the country.
Lewiston plans policy changes following community anti-racism campaign
New equity-oriented policies could be introduced in Idaho’s oldest district.
Activities association releases fall sports guidance
High-risk sports include football, competitive cheer and wrestling. Running, swimming and weightlifting carry less risk.
Proposed pay-to-play sports fees spark ire in Middleton
The district also plans to order furloughs and cut staff to offset the cost of a failed supplemental levy proposal. It’s asking voters to pass the levy again in August.
West Ada’s first Black principal asks the district for change
Donell McNeal wants to see his district enact more “anti-racism” policies, and do a better job tracking racial harassment among staff members.
President Trump sent a clear message to public schools and universities: Get open
“We’re very much going to put pressure on governors and everybody else to reopen the schools,” Trump said Tuesday. Idaho Gov. Brad Little will respond on Thursday.