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Meridian book vote prompts fundraiser
Two women — one from Seattle, one from Spokane, Wash. — are raising money to buy Meridian schools copies of “The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian.”
Jensen: Give to schools, not campaign
State schools superintendent candidate Randy Jensen is encouraging supporters to donate to the school of their choice, instead of his campaign.
Homedale considers four-day week
Trustees will vote tonight on moving to a four-day week. The Homedale district began looking at the idea after voters rejected a supplemental levy in August.
Dueling secretary of state endorsements
Can’t tell the endorsements without a scorecard? Not to worry. Here’s the rundown from the GOP race for secretary of state.
Don Coberly’s tale of two schools
The Boise schools superintendent took a closer look at the college go-on rates for Boise and Capital high schools. His findings are intriguing.
Video: Talking negotiations … and more
In this week’s “Making the Grade” segment, Kevin Richert talks with Michelle Edmonds of KIVI and KNIN about teacher negotiations, school rankings, and more.
Washington lawmaker to tout pre-K
The chairman of the Washington state Senate’s early learning and K-12 committee will speak on April 29 in Boise.
Superintendent’s coverage: access
Here at Idaho Education News, we’re trying to spend some time talking to the candidates for state superintendent. And sometimes, that is easier said than done.
Snake River teacher complaint draws crowds
Trustees must decide whether to keep or dismiss 28-year teaching veteran Elaine Asmus. A complaint was filed by Laura Gabrylczyk, a first-year teacher who is the wife of district Superintendent Mark Gabrylczyk.
Otter signs final K-12 bills
As far as public education is concerned, the 2014 legislative session is history. Gov. Butch Otter signed the final three K-12 bills on his desk Friday.