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

Denney wanted to delay the primary, but that won’t happen

The May 19 primary election is still a go, but all voting will take place absentee.

‘Thanks, Nep’: 94-year-old donates millions to rural school district

Members of the Salmon community ceremonially broke ground last week for a new $2.5 million sports complex, paid for by a former local who wanted to give back.

West Ada to launch districtwide remote learning on April 13

As spring break ends in the West Ada School District, students will be able to take optional online courses beginning Monday. Teachers and staff will return to school to work on the online transition.

Little orders budget cuts — affecting K-12 and higher education

Driven by the economic fallout from the coronavirus pandemic, the cuts come to about $19 million for K-12 and $3 million for higher ed. State officials say an infusion of federal aid should soften the blow for K-12.

Boise district to launch online program Monday

Grade-level materials will be available next week. The district will add more advanced content in mid-April.

Idaho coronavirus update, 3.26.20: Educators are essential; first three deaths confirmed

Catch up on the latest news involving Idaho’s response to the novel coronavirus pandemic. (This is a breaking news story that will be updated.)

Boise State cancels spring commencement

In lieu of an in-person ceremony, Boise State will host a digital event on May 9. The Class of 2020 will also be invited back for December commencement.

“A lot of uncertainty”: Planning for special education in the age of coronavirus

State and federal officials are billing distance-learning as an opportunity to find creative ways to teach students who have special needs.

Analysis: How Little has approached this unfathomable crisis

It’s inevitable to critique policy in short-term political context. But a 21-day statewide stay-at-home order doesn’t fit that mold. This was something never before seen, something scarcely imagined.