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Former convict resigns as West Jefferson baseball coach
Mike Wing, who spent at least seven years in federal prison for a major investment scam in 2006, had pledged to raise funds for a multimillion-dollar baseball complex in the rural East Idaho district.
Fitch trial lawyers debate circumstances of sexual battery allegations
The former Fruitland High principal is facing charges of sexual battery and solicitation of prostitution in a trial expected to last through Friday.
Higher ed presidents form council to improve go-on rate
The effort stems from the State Board of Education’s call for higher education institutions to work together on the issue.
Idaho Falls requests input on longterm facilities plan
The East Idaho district worked with a consulting firm to develop recommendations for a 10-year facilities plan.
K-12 task force narrows focus to five recommendations
All-day kindergarten and students’ social and emotional well-being moved to the top of the list following a lengthy debate.
More than 1,200 teachers will receive state master educator premiums
About 87 percent of applicants will receive one of the new state premiums, which could be worth $12,000 over three years.
Keough emerged late in Little’s State Board search
Shawn Keough put in for a spot on the State Board of Education in August, more than a month after Gov. Brad Little had said he was cutting off applications for two board vacancies.
Office of School Safety hits the road to market tip line
About 40 of the state’s 150-plus school districts have signed up for the free state tip line.
CEI emphasizes options in connecting kids to college
Idaho’s newest community college hopes to spread the word about new and continuing dual credit offerings.