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Expert analysis and the latest news from award-winning journalist Kevin Richert.
Breaking down Idaho SAT Day — in four lists
The highest and lowest average scores. The biggest increases and the biggest decreases from 2014. Here’s what we found.
Broadband committee will head back to school — in October
The legislative panel has been assigned to study Internet options for schools and state agencies.
Video: ‘Making the Grade,’ 8.19.15
This week’s topics: SAT scores, a new State Board of Education college admissions policy and the tension in the West Ada School District.
State Board OKs college preadmission plan
Starting this fall, Idaho will preapprove eligible high school seniors of admission to state colleges and universities.
Forum focuses on Idaho pre-K prospects
An Aug. 26 City Club of Boise forum will focus on pre-K — and the politics of this perennial issue.
Keough named JFAC co-chairman
Shawn Keough, R-Sandpoint, is a 10-term lawmaker with extensive background in education and budget issues.
State initiative to focus on teacher quality
The process stems back to a 2014 federal initiative requiring states to draw up plans designed to ensure uniform access to quality teachers.
Caldwell sets parameters for superintendent search
The process came under question at a Monday school board meeting, the Idaho Press-Tribune reported.
West Ada trustees question Clark’s State Board post
Last week’s appointment is the latest point of contention between the West Ada school superintendent and trustees.