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Expert analysis and the latest news from award-winning journalist Kevin Richert.
Four-day schools: A 24-hour turnaround from Otter?
Here’s what Gov. Butch Otter said about Idaho’s four-day schools in a Tuesday interview — and in a public meeting Wednesday.
The latest from West Ada: Board chair bristles at Clark’s claims
The latest bone of contention: former Superintendent Linda Clark’s claim that she was offered a “pittance” to end her 11-year tenure.
Opening up the video vault …
Want to hear more about West Ada, all-day kindergarten and Tuesday’s school elections? Look no further.
Skinny jeans bullying complaint surfaces in Nampa
Nampa superintendent David Peterson has launched an investigation into the alleged bullying incident at West Middle School.
Tumultous times in West Ada: A brief recap
Do you need to catch up on the controversies in West Ada? Here’s a quick chronology.
West Ada trustees to discuss levy Tuesday
The state’s largest district is seeking a two-year, $28 million supplemental levy.
West Ada: Trustee, Clark hold ‘productive’ meeting
Board chair Tina Dean and Superintendent Linda Clark met Friday morning, to discuss developing “a more positive relationship” in the embattled district.
AP: Districts slow to adopt LGBT guidelines
The Idaho School Boards Association issued the guidelines in July.
Facing a financial crunch, Blaine County schedules budget workshops
The district has been using reserves to balance its budget since 2011, raising the threat of a deficit in the future.