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Blackfoot charter school to apply for city permit
The decision represents the latest in a lingering facilities feud between the public charter school and a local planning and zoning commission.
Remote mountain town rallies around new charter school
The school’s expected opening will follow thousands of dollars in donations, dozens of hours from volunteers and a local push to improve access to public education for kids in the highly rural community.
North Gem names interim superintendent
Jonathan Braack, who last year took a break from education, has a one-year contract.
City grants temporary permit to Bingham Academy
The permit gives the school 30 days to apply for a regular conditional use permit that would allow it to continue operating in its current facility.
Group objects to Bonneville’s $42.7 million bond issue
The district will ask taxpayers this month to fund the construction of an elementary school and additional science classrooms at its two high schools.
Bingham Academy rejects city’s request
The embattled charter school said it is “under no legal obligation” to obtain a conditional use permit. The city responded by digging in.
City commission orders embattled charter school to stop using facility
The school’s attorney is pushing back, and setting the stage for what appears to be a looming legal battle.
Teton drops Redskins mascot
After months of divisive debate, the board voted to retire the 90-year-old nickname.
Authorities investigating possible violations of state laws by former charter school director
The investigation marks the latest chapter in the ongoing saga involving finances at Fred Ball’s former schools, Bingham Academy and Blackfoot Charter Community Learning Center.
Families raise $21,000 to keep historic school open
Trustees voted to close the school down. Eight days later, patrons raised enough money to fund the school for at least one more year.