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From Braves to Brave? Boise High School considers mascot change
Boise trustees will discuss the proposal on Aug. 12, the Idaho Statesman reported. Meanwhile, the controversy over Teton High School’s mascot change shows no sign of fading.
Superintendent Ybarra’s schedule: Aug. 5-9
Here’s state superintendent Sherri Ybarra’s weekly schedule, as released Monday morning.
Statesman: Lawmakers, Freedom Foundation target scholarships for ‘Dreamers’
Boise State believes “Dreamers” are eligible for the state-funded Idaho Opportunity Scholarship.
Alleging slander, Blaine trustee files tort claim against district
Rob Clayton says embattled district Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes started a rumor that he was having an affair with a district administrator. The district has not commented on the claim.
Charter commission to meet, discuss likely open meetings violation
The commission appeared to violate Idaho’s open meetings law during a closed-door session on April 11, Attorney General Lawrence Wasden’s office said.
Superintendent Ybarra’s schedule: July 29-Aug. 2
State superintendent Sherri Ybarra is holding an orientation session Tuesday for new superintendents, and will speak Friday at the Idaho Association of School Administrators’ annual conference.
Republicans could push bill targeting campus diversity programs
House Majority Leader Mike Moyle discussed the topic during a town hall meeting in Twin Falls, but offered no details on what a bill might include, the Twin Falls Times-News reported.
Charter commission chair apologizes — but charter leaders weren’t there to hear it
State Rep. Laurie Lickley, R-Jerome, had hoped to arrange a mediation between commission Chairman Alan Reed and Heritage Academy officials, the Twin Falls Times-News reported.
Here’s one cartoon Marlene Tromp likes
The new Boise State University president knows Twitter. And knows how to use it to throw a little shade.
Breaking silence, Little calls anti-diversity postcard ‘distasteful’
The anonymous mailer “belittles the volunteers and workers who dedicate their time to advancing opportunities for Idaho students,” Little said. His statement was tucked into an e-newsletter sent out late Wednesday afternoon.