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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
Little says his first 100 days were fast and rewarding
Idaho’s new governor said education issues were a bright spot for families and children.
New sheriff in town … or legislative wild card?
Did the House Education Committee take back its rightful place as a leader in setting education policy?
State revises its free and reduced-price lunch stats. Here’s how they look.
The bottom line: 45.3 percent of students are eligible for federal subsidies. That’s still down from a year ago.
Hey parents, are you satisfied with your school? Take this survey
This spring the State Department of Education is asking parents and school staff to fill out an “engagement and satisfaction survey” as a way to gauge school quality.
‘Anyone can get involved. Anyone can have a voice.’
Nampa High School senior Sebastian Griffin convinced legislators to pass a law to allow high-achieving high school students to graduate early and focus on internships, apprenticeships or college courses.
National group recommends higher standards for Idaho charters
A review found Idaho’s charter commission has a number of strong practices — but should buckle down on enforcing standards for renewal, and “rigorously” vet new school proposals.
The 2019 legislative session adjourns
The State Board of Education’s budget was the final bill of the year to pass.
The 2019 Legislature: What happened. What didn’t.
Catch up on all the key education legislation from 2019.
New charter approved for McCall
The community school will follow a place-based model, teaching students with a mastery learning system.
U of I alumnus named new university president
C. Scott Green, an alumnus of the University of Idaho and a fourth-generation Idahoan, comes to the Moscow campus from Hogan Lovells, an international law firm. His first day as president will be July 1.