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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
Teachers push in favor of keeping Idaho Core Standards
Some 150 people packed a State Board hearing on Monday night for a discussion that centered around education standards.
Task force subcommittee may call for increasing state education savings account
With increased discussion of a potential economic slowdown, task force members say rainy day account could help Idaho weather a storm.
One third of Idaho districts protect LGBTQ employees with policies
As the federal government debates LGBTQ workplace rights, some Idaho districts already have protections in place.
Breaking down the new IRI and ISAT scores
It took several months, but the State Department of Education released final numbers from the spring tests late Thursday afternoon. Here’s a breakdown of some key numbers.
Otter accepts advisory role with IBE
Otter will assist the eduction group with special projects and promote education initiatives.
Blackfoot charter school to apply for city permit
The decision represents the latest in a lingering facilities feud between the public charter school and a local planning and zoning commission.
Tromp speaks on diversity flap
Boise State University’s president said in an interview Thursday the controversy was caused, in part, by context and confusion.
Remote mountain town rallies around new charter school
The school’s expected opening will follow thousands of dollars in donations, dozens of hours from volunteers and a local push to improve access to public education for kids in the highly rural community.
Education task force may call for expansion of career ladder
The 2019 task force may be about to double down on two recommendations from the 2013 task force.
Find out where your school ranks
Schools are ranked by composite values based on metrics selected by the State Department of Education.