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Former Fruitland students file tort claims against Fitch
The legal claims say the former Fruitland High School principal sexually harassed two former students, including at least one student who was underage. The Idaho Statesman reported on the claims Sunday.
Superintendent Ybarra’s schedule: April 22-25
Ybarra will begin her post-legislative session meetings with local educators, and take part in a State Board of Education conference call to vote on a new Boise State University president.
Fitch resigns; Fruitland begins search for a replacement
The longtime principal and basketball coach faces two charges of sexual battery and a charge of solicitation of a prostitute, stemming from a workplace harassment complaint.
Faculty Senate president criticizes CWI administration
“More and more our college feels like it is moving towards a public ‘for-profit’ institution,” associate professor Stephanie Ritchie Breach said in a letter she read before CWI trustees Tuesday.
Idaho Press: SDE cuts migrant education director’s position
Christina Nava’s last day on the job was Friday, Nicole Foy of the Idaho Press reported Monday.
Superintendent Ybarra’s schedule: April 15-18
A State Board of Education meeting comprises much of this week’s schedule.
Former students sue Blaine County School District
The two former students say they were denied their right to free speech.
State Board nears decision on Boise State presidency
The board expects to fill the vacancy during an April 23 meeting.
Superintendent Ybarra’s schedule: April 8-12
Ybarra will spend part of the week in Washington, D.C., for a meeting of elected and appointed state education officials.
Little ‘reluctantly’ vetoes initiative overhaul
In his veto message, the governor does not criticize the controversial initiatives bill. But he says the bill would end up in court — and leave Idaho at the mercy of liberal federal judges.