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

Weiser project emphasizes the written word

Park Intermediate School uses grant to hone student writing skills.

Ryan plans to speak out for charters

The “well-known voice” on Ohio education issues was hired last month to lead the Idaho Charter School Network.

Dobbs stresses teamwork in Twin Falls

Superintendent of the Year Wiley Dobbs brings a collaborative leadership style to district decisions.

It’s Christmas time in September for needy children

Thousands of Ada County kids get new school clothes.

Parma focuses technology at its middle

The district hopes a state grant will give its middle school a boost.

Nampa tests high-tech security system

In April, Skyview High School became the first school in the country to test the system.

Interim committee dissects data collection

Committee members and education stakeholders devoted much of their eight-hour meeting to discussing the benefits and pitfalls of a statewide longitudinal data system.

In Middleton, a learning and life device

A high school wants to use laptops to prepare students for life after graduation.

Caldwell’s go-on program ramps up

Participation is up 15 percent in one component of P16, which seeks to reach students in preschool through college.

Colorado senator touts education reform efforts

Ed Sessions speaker explains his state’s ideas for school funding and accountability.