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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.

Lincoln County after-school center thrives from community support

Rural Idaho youth building uses grants, donations and band of volunteers to provide childcare and education.

Education news from around Idaho

State-run college savings fees just got cheaper. Here’s why, along with other K-12 briefs from around the state.

Freeze on Idaho’s transgender athlete ban faces new challenges

Defenders of the Fairness in Women’s Sports Act are petitioning a federal district court to reconsider blocking enforcement of the law.

A one-stop shop for family resources anchors in Marsing

Community schools provide families and kids with supports and resources. The model is gaining traction across southern Idaho.

Campus news items: BYU-Idaho reports fall enrollment decrease

Other items: A new concurrent enrollment program at Boise State; rural health scholarships at Idaho State; and U of I-led research studying the Tasmanian devil.

Idaho Supreme Court returns lawsuit challenging kindergarten fees to district court

The court is calling for for further consideration of the merits of “important constitutional questions” involved in the case.

Former Rep. Luke Malek drops out of Idaho’s lieutenant governor race

He said he’ll support House Speaker Scott Bedke in the 2022 election. Bedke is being challenged by Rep. Priscilla Giddings.

District spending plans reveal a mixed bag when it comes to addressing mental health

Spending plans for federal money reveal a common narrative: Some districts are leaning into student mental health. Others barely mention it. Click in to see how your district is spending this money.

Boise board picks new trustee

“I think our board could probably use somebody who’s rational, level-headed — just can critically think through issues. And so, I thought ‘Alright, I can help,’” Steve Schmidt told trustees.