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Stories about Idaho’s educators, students and policy makers plus features on bright spots in Idaho education.

Tuesday’s school levy pricetag: $107.8 million

Tuesday night’s results were lopsided and consistent. Voters in 36 Idaho school districts approved school levies. Four levies and one bond issue went down to defeat.

Celebrating success stories in Idaho K-12 education

Idaho Leads Project Showcase Event.

Despite budget increase, some schools brace for big cuts

One district superintendent expects $3.5 million in budget cuts next year, while others applaud spending plan as a step to restore cuts.

Personal Property Tax 101

The personal property tax repeal may be the most important issue of the 2013 session — and easily one of the most complicated. As the debate gets under way, let’s get caught up.

JFAC approves 2.2 percent K-12 budget increase

Legislative budget writers have approved a $1,308,365,400 public schools budget — a 2.2 percent increase for 2013-14.

P-TECH partnerships: From Brooklyn to Idaho?

Rashid Davis’ collaborative and tech-focused high school received a mention in President Barack Obama’s State of the Union address. Davis believes the model can translate to Idaho.

From struggling student to superstar: Meet Idaho’s Teacher of the Year

Katie Pemberton, a teacher at the Coeur d’Alene School District’s Canfield Middle School, was recognized for work with remedial students and expanded technology.

Charter buildings stipend bill introduced

At two recent “listening sessions,” charter school advocates clamored for more money. But this bill, creating a $1.4 million stipend for charter facilities, is likely to face a Statehouse battle.

Record number of students taking AP courses

The number of Idaho high school graduates who have taken an AP exam increased by 75 percent over the past 10 years.

For IEN, a year of ‘staggering’ growth

High school students took 88 years’ work of college credits over the Idaho Education Network last fall. Now, the IEN is encouraging schools to find new ways to tap the broadband technology.