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Audio: Talking about four-day schools in Idaho

Our five-day series on four-day schools in Idaho — neatly summarized in one 11-minute podcast with Education Writers Association.

Four-day schools: troubling data in Montana

According to one superintendent’s doctoral research, students in Montana’s four-day schools lose ground on standardized tests.

Video: ‘Making the Grade,’ 12.2.15

This week’s topics: the superintendent’s vacancies in West Ada and Middleton.

Simpson, Labrador split on education overhaul

The bill replacing the 2002 No Child Left Behind law now heads to the Senate.

West Ada to begin reviewing superintendent’s applications Thursday

Trustees will meet behind closed doors Thursday evening to start reviewing applications.

Poll indicates opposition to school LGBT guidelines

Respondents voiced opposition to the guidelines — after they were told most districts have not adopted them.

Cassia County faces $15 million building shortfall

A $37 million bond issue will fall far short of the money needed to complete a variety of school projects.

Blaine County extends superintendent’s contract

GwenCarol Holmes’ three-year contract extension will go into effect in July 2016.

Final words on the four-day schools issue

We have received dozens of comments on our four-day schools series, “Rescheduled Education.” Here’s a look at some highlights.

From ‘Idaho Reports:’ more four-day schools coverage

Check out Idaho Public TV’s look at the four-day debate — and a closer look at the schedule’s social impacts.