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Analysis: Tommy Ahlquist on pre-K, then and now
In 2014, Tommy Ahlquist called a $600,000 state pilot a low-risk starting point to address pre-K. Now, the Republican gubernatorial candidate says he opposes state funding for pre-K.
Ahlquist, Little reject state-funded pre-K push
The Republican gubernatorial candidates made their remarks at a Twin Falls City Club forum. Rep. Raul Labrador did not attend the forum, but he has said he opposes state-funded pre-K.
Shoshone district sued over response to reported rape
A federal lawsuit alleges the Shoshone School District told a student to leave school after she reported a rape. The district will present a “vigorous and detailed” legal response by Feb. 1, Superintendent Rob Waite told the Twin Falls Times-News.
Ahlquist’s $100 million plan: a spending cut, or a shift?
GOP gubernatorial candidate Tommy Ahlquist has promised to cut $100 million in state spending. But he is suggesting he might shift these savings elsewhere in the budget.
Kuna district sued over sexual allegations
In the lawsuit, attorneys seek at least $2 million in damages, saying employees knew an office manager was “grooming” a student for a sexual relationship. The Idaho Statesman reported on the civil suit Thursday.
Boise State touts progress on its ’60 percent’ benchmarks
A record 3,140 Boise State students received bachelor’s degrees in 2016-17, exceeding a State Board of Education goal established in 2010.
Otter, lawmakers consider deposits into K-12 piggy bank
The Public Education Stabilization Fund is Idaho’s budget reserve for covering unexpected K-12 costs. The account is expected to dip to its lowest level in five years.
Balukoff launches campaign
“A generation of Idaho children are coming of age without the skills they need to succeed,” the longtime Boise school trustee said Wednesday. He is running for governor on the Democratic ticket.
National report paints a grim picture of Idaho K-12 spending
In 2014-15, only one state spent less money per-pupil than Idaho.
Former state Rep. Brandon Hixon dies of suicide
Hixon, of Cadwell, resigned from the Legislature in October, amidst a criminal investigation. Hixon was also charged with driving under the influence in two separate incidents in December.