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VanOrden appointed to state charter commission
Rep. Julie VanOrden, whose legislative term ends in December, starts her newfound role on the committee immediately.
Idaho Falls alters school calendar
An across-the-board reduction in instructional hours accompanies the change.
Wilson talks school improvement in Idaho Falls
The teacher-turned-Idaho schools chief candidate outlined her plans for improving education in Idaho to a small group of patrons in Idaho Falls.
Enrollment spikes at College of Eastern Idaho
Idaho’s newest community college doubles in size.
Experienced teachers push for better pay amid K-12 funding overhaul
Three public funding-formula forums remain.
Preston teacher charged with animal cruelty
The educator faces a misdemeanor count after he fed an ill puppy to a turtle in front of a handful of students.
Idaho Falls faces renewed opposition to $99.5 million bond
A grassroots group fears a tax hike and says the price tag is inflated by unnecessary upgrades and the district’s use of a fairly new process for choosing a contractor.
Idaho Falls rescinds all-day kindergarten pilot
Enrollment was lower than expected and not worth the cost.
Young looks ahead following primary stunner
The political newcomer — and mother of 10 — anticipates a lot of learning during her first year in the Idaho Legislature.
Students launch hot-air balloons
It’s a science project that teaches math, measurement, density and buoyancy.