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Legislative roundup, 2.19.21: Ybarra’s in-person learning bill sidetracked

Legislators held the bill until Feb. 25.

State Board takes up debate on simplifying student fees

The State Board also made a move toward changing the timeframe for high school students to take standardized tests, and removing the college entrance exam as a high school graduation requirement.

Legislative roundup, 2.18.21: New bill would revive Strong Families grants

The bill would also create state scholarships for students who do not attend public schools.

Parents share how isolation has affected their children

EdNews met with five parents this week to discuss the things their children have missed the most during school closures amid a pandemic.

For some charters, enrollment decreases pose an immediate budget challenge

By and large, charter school enrollment has grown during the pandemic. But some charter schools saw a sharp decrease in enrollment — and a hit on their budgets.

Winter state tournaments tip off with attendance limits

Crowd limits will lead to mostly-empty gyms. Games will be video and audio streamed.

Legislative roundup, 2.17.21: Clow pushes for money for virtual charters

The Idaho Virtual Academy and Inspire Connections charters have accommodated thousands of new students during the coronavirus pandemic. Without at least $6 million, these schools will have to cut staff and cap enrollment, House Education Committee Chairman Lance Clow said.

“You’re going to send parents scrambling again,” he said.