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Boise students to return to the classroom on Jan. 19

Trustees agreed to a return to hybrid learning. They also approved a plan to allow more fans at sporting events.

Legislative academy centers on social and emotional learning

Retired four-star general Craig McKinley spoke with education and business leaders on Monday about the need to prioritize developing students’ social and emotional skills.

Research scientist takes over Idaho’s STEM Action Center

Kaitlin Maguire calls her background in paleontology a gateway to science, technology, engineering and math. “Every kid goes through that dinosaur phase,” she said.

Five education issues to watch during the 2021 session

The session kicks off Monday, highlighted by Gov. Brad Little’s State of the State address.

Analysis: An unsettling and potentially unsafe legislative session looms

In the midst of a pandemic that has killed more than 1,500 Idahoans, and in aftermath of Capitol Hill riots that left five people dead, the Idaho Legislature convenes Monday. And some Statehouse regulars are uneasy.

K-12 enrollment is down by nearly 3,200 students

Despite the state’s first enrollment decline in decades, several virtual schools tallied unprecedented growth.

Back to school in 2021: a mixed picture

Each district is responding to the pandemic in its own way, but for many students the new year means a new shot at in-person learning.

Blaine County superintendent finalists forum set for Thursday

The two finalists are James Foudy from McCall-Donnelly and Heather Sanchez from Bellevue, Wash.

Teachers and schools staff slated to get COVID vaccines next month

Although some teachers have already received a shot, the state is prioritizing health care workers and long term care residents.

West Ada superintendent to resign

Mary Ann Ranells will step down at the end of the school year citing personal reasons involving her family.