Featured Series

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

Watch a first grader take on his first day of school

VIDEO: An unforgettable day in the lives of a mother, a teacher and a 6 year old.

State investments failed to increase math scores

Students’ proficiency in math has dropped over the last seven years despite Idaho spending $135 million on a math initiative and teacher training.

Enter our photo contest to win $100

Send us your first day of school photos and be eligible to win an Amazon card. Winners will be judged by Facebook and Twitter followers.

Doggy dipper, rocker and fishing gypsy

Find out how these six educators spent their summer vacation.

Otter recognizes robotics students

Gov. Butch Otter signed a proclamation declaring the week of Aug. 7-13 Idaho Youth Robotics Week.

Preston drivers score big in bus competitions

Laurie Bird is a 19-year veteran of the Preston bus fleet. Her experience and skills have earned her local, state and national attention — including an appearance in a Hollywood film.

Educators share 10 back-to-school tips

As teachers and students gear up for a new school year, educators give advice to peers and parents on how to get back in the groove.

Slideshow: Potlatch senior wins EdNews photo contest

Meet the EdNews summer photo contest winner and check out the photo gallery.

Counselor dips dogs during summer

West Ada’s Alison Terrill cooks battered-and-fried Pronto Pups at Treasure Valley summer events.

STEM center set to ignite Idaho’s workforce

The strategy is to strengthen Idaho’s STEM career pipeline and be a conduit between education and industry.