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State board reinforces governor’s order: Only 10 spectators at events
The State Board resolution is in response to pressure on school districts, and reports of districts violating Gov. Brad Little’s “Stay Healthy” order.
Projected state budget surplus grows to $600 million
Gov. Little is preparing a proposal that would combine tax cuts and investments in education, transportation and water projects.
Analysis: A long, slow, frightening road to post-pandemic ‘normal’
Gov. Brad Little is pinning his hopes for normalcy on promising vaccines. But Idahoans seem to be giving up on pretty much everything else — such as containing the coronavirus, and having a real discussion about pandemic policy.
State Board hosts summit on supporting student mental health
Students and state leaders said they need access to more counselors, and collaboration between agencies and communities.
West Ada shakeup continues with another school board resignation
Rather than fight a recall, board chairman Philip Neuhoff resigned late Tuesday night.
It’s coming: first shipment of COVID vaccine could reach Idaho next week
Under the state’s plan, teachers and K-12 staff could be vaccinated this winter.
State Board reverses course, makes enrollment reporting rule temporary
Changing to a temporary rule gives the Legislature more options and allows the state to review corrected enrollment data expected to be available in January.
Central District Health votes ‘no’ on order, prep sports already taken off
The authority to open schools and allow sports and other activities will remain with local school boards.
Campus coronavirus roundup, 12.7.20: After the break, a mixed bag
Three of Idaho’s public four-year institutions reported sharp decreases in case numbers, as the schools finish the fall semester online. But several other colleges and universities reported post-holiday increases.
Universities make a $950,000 investment in a joint cybersecurity major
Students aren’t seeing much of an effect, at least not yet. But by spring, they could start tapping into internships and apprenticeships at the University of Idaho, Boise State University and Idaho State University.