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

STEM camp prepares students for the future

The Discover Technology STEM Camp is giving kids the opportunity to build quadcopters, robots, Minecraft Mods and their own computers.

Boise teacher works as a summer fishing guide

Bill Lavin is a fourth-grade teacher at Pepper Ridge Elementary in Boise and this summer he’s out on the water as a fishing guide to earn an extra buck.

Teacher helps student make Iowa dream trip come true

Paul Cortez has always wanted to attend the University of Iowa. His wish has come true in part because of hard work and also because of a devoted teacher.

Idaho’s ‘candyman’ doubles as a school trustee

Dave Wagers likes to call himself “The Candyman” — though his more formal title is president of the Idaho Candy Company. Wagers recently earned another title — trustee for the Boise School District.

Kids explore the world of engineering

Seventh and eighth graders from 40 different schools across the state took part in the 15th annual Micron Chip Camp.

Special report: Ed News uncovers flawed teacher evaluation data

The most-recent state data reveals inconsistencies in reports tied to major $125 million pay initiative.

Teens give gift of trained puppies

Students spend more than a year caring for and teaching puppies to become assistance dogs for people with disabilities.

VIDEO: Summer begins for West Ada kids

Summer has officially kicked off for 36,530 West Ada students. Kids at Paramount Elementary School ended the year with a picnic on the field with family and classmates. “I’m very excited the school year is over, but I’m sad because a lot of my friends are going to different middle schools in Meridian,” said Kiera…