Kevin’s blog
Idaho ACT scores drop, but still top national averages
However, only 38 percent of Idaho high school seniors took the college placement test. Nationally, 60 percent of seniors take the ACT.
Education Week: Ybarra salary ranks No. 45 in nation
However, state superintendent Sherri Ybarra’s $105,771 salary compares more favorably with other elected school chiefs. Appointed superintendents command much higher salaries.
Ybarra’s shop issues (a lot of) ISAT data
If you want numbers from this spring’s standardized test — down to the school or district level — here’s where to find them.
Caldwell reaches tentative labor agreement
Negotiators struck a deal after meeting with a federal mediator Wednesday. The teachers’ union and the school board still has to approve the plan.
Democratic lawmakers laud school votes
The failure of a bond issue in Shoshone hit home for Sen. Michelle Stennett of Ketchum, who represents the Lincoln County community. “Students in the Shoshone district deserve all of the same opportunities as every other Idahoan.”
School bus, pickup collide at Boise intersection
Two people were hospitalized after the Tuesday afternoon crash, the Idaho Statesman reported. None of the 45 children on the bus appeared to be seriously injured.
BSU retention numbers draw national recognition
In recent years, Boise State University has launched several initiatives designed to keep students in school.
The politics of the Labrador-Kustra feud
On Monday, U.S. Rep. Raul Labrador said it might be time for Boise State University President Bob Kustra to step aside.
At last minute, Caldwell cancels classes for eclipse
The Caldwell School District announced the scheduling change on its Facebook page Friday afternoon. Some parents and patrons lamented the last-minute notice.
Across the country, some educators take a dim view of eclipse
Citing student health concerns, some schools are closing their doors or planning to keep their kids indoors.