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Expert analysis and the latest news from award-winning journalist Kevin Richert.

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.

District judge rejects student fees

Russell Joki — elected to the West Ada school board in May — filed the lawsuit over the district’s fee policy in October 2012.

Video: ‘Making the Grade,’ 11.11.15

This week’s topics: the latest on the West Ada School District, the race to head the Idaho School Boards Association:

Coming next week: An in-depth look at four-day schools

Nearly 27,000 Idaho students attend four-day schools. We’re teaming up with Idaho Public Television to take a closer look at the trend.

West Ada trustees terminate Clark’s contract

In another development, a recall campaign against trustee Mike Vuittonet surfaces, and hits a snag.

A Friday roundup: catching up, all under one roof

The latest on the school broadband issue, the West Ada recall process — and a video recap from Tuesday’s elections.