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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.