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Middleton releases superintendent’s resignation letter
Also on Thursday two Middleton trustees resigned from their posts.
Little: Idaho narrowly meets criteria to advance to next stage of reopening plan
One hundred percent of Idaho businesses will be able to open Saturday, but state officials warn of a potential increase in virus cases.
Marsh Valley trustees discipline superintendent for ethical violations
The board conducted an investigation after a former employee accused Marvin Hansen of sexual harassment.
Boise Schools releases possible reopening plan, asks for parent input
Masks would be recommended for students and staff, visitors would need to make appointments and students will be required to use personal water bottles.
Hundreds of athletes ask the NCAA to forbid Idaho from hosting sports events in response to transgender athlete ban
Billie Jean King and Megan Rapinoe are among those who want the 2021 NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Championship games moved from Boise State University.
State Board requests CARES Act funding to develop blended learning system
Plus, the State Board took steps to begin resolving its differences with the Legislature in at least three areas.
Idaho coronavirus response, 6.9.20: Ybarra says questions remain about return to school in the fall
Plus, after not speaking for a few weeks during the pandemic, Gov. Brad Little and Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin made a joint appearance during a telephone town hall meeting.
Will teachers vulnerable to the coronavirus be required to return to school?
Federal and state laws provide employees some protections, but districts have latitude in how they provide safe working environments.
Reclaim Idaho sues Little over ballot initiative
Group says Little’s stay-home order prevented them from gathering signatures needed to put an initiative on November’s ballot. The initiative would have raised taxes for education funding.
Five new charters will open for business this fall
The public schools could provide in-person or remote learning for nearly 1,000 students. Of course, opening doors depends on the guidance related to the coronavirus pandemic.