Kevin’s blog
There’s no ‘i’ in team, either …
In its weekly e-newsletter, the State Department of Education touts Tom Luna’s proposed budget increase for “publc schools.”
Mum’s the word on shakeup in Blaine
School trustees aren’t saying much about Lonnie Barber’s resignation as school superintendent. And Barber isn’t talking either.
K-12 interim committee live blog
The K-12 interim committee held its second committee Wednesday; catch a recap at our live blog.
IEA announces three staff hires
The statewide teachers’ union has a new public policy director, spokesman and regional director in North Idaho.
Democrats quiz Idahoans on education
Democrats are asking Idahoans to weigh in on teacher pay, class sizes, and pre-kindergarten programs.
Taking a big leap for Idaho schools?
A Texas man has won the rights to re-enact Evel Knievel’s failed Snake River Canyon leap. The bid could bring in some $1 million for Idaho schools, according to the Idaho Department of Lands.
Task force frowns on arming teachers
A state task force is reexamining school safety issues. But the group’s recommendations are just that: recommendations. State law gives the final say to local school boards.
Downplaying scores, touting participation
Idaho has the highest percentage of high school students taking the Scholastic Aptitude Test. Students aren’t required to take the SAT, but the state will cover student fees for the college entrance exam.
N. Idaho district considers arming teachers
A Lake Pend Oreille school board trustee says armed and trained teachers would be able to move quickly in a crisis.
In Vallivue, it’s time to name that school
Voters in this Canyon County district approved a bond issue to build a second high school and ease the pressure on an overcrowded Vallivue High School. Now, the new school needs a name.