East
Schoolhouse shuffle: Aberdeen kids relocate
A remodel at the high school will force the relocation of two classrooms, a computer lab and the library to the nearby middle school.
State Board approves community college district in Bonneville County
This paves the way for Eastern Idaho Technical College to become East Idaho’s first community college. It’s now a decision for local taxpayers.
American Falls scales back bond amount
The rural East Idaho district is again turning to voters to help bear the brunt of rapid growth. Ririe also plans to propose a bond in March.
Elementary teacher ditches classroom desks
An East Idaho educator is trying a more diverse seating repertoire to combat overcrowding and help hyperactive kids contain their “wiggles.”
Idaho schools combat food waste
A study in one of Idaho’s largest districts revealed that 30 percent of the food it serves ends up in the trash.
Idaho Falls names contractor for new high school
Idaho Falls-based Bateman-Hall will build the new school, currently projected at $60 million.
Prolonged school closures could affect student learning
Teachers are rewriting lesson plans and say they will need to keep close taps on students who harbor the highest risk of falling behind.
Idaho Falls elementary employs ‘expeditionary’ approach
In the wake of losing 24 students and one of its most popular teachers, Sunnyside Elementary School in Idaho Falls is moving forward with a framework hinged on student expeditions.
Idaho Falls opts to build a new high school
The district originally planned on upgrading both Idaho Falls and Skyline high schools. However, further cost analysis and research prompted the board to opt for a rebuild, while sticking with plans to upgrade Skyline.
State honors East Idaho Title I school
For the second time this year, the state is recognizing students in the district for improved ISAT scores.