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In this week’s briefs, the State Board of Education launches a new scholarship website, Coeur d’Alene trustees appoint a new trustee and three educators receive awards for career and technical education.
Safety expert, educators express concerns over Ybarra security plan
Critics say she developed a $21 million plan without input from key leaders and it conflicts with security plans already in place.
Nation’s top teacher in 2016 wins primary
Jahana Hayes said she would work with Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos, who has been the focus of opposition for many teachers.
Research group: Idaho’s prospective teachers lack sufficient reading prep
A Washington, D.C.-based think tank says Idaho is not fully preparing its prospective teachers in the science of reading.
Bonneville superintendent to retire after upcoming school year
Chuck Shackett is stepping down after 37 years in education. A separation agreement extends his employment as a consultant.
Former Emmett bus driver charged with injury to a child
Police reviewed a video that shows a physical and verbal confrontation with a 9-year-old.
Commission quietly enforces professional education standards
The professional fate of every Idaho educator lies in the hands of these experts.
Ybarra’s new chief policy officer backs out of the job
Will Goodman reconsidered before his first day on the job, and will remain in Mountain Home.
Idaho’s advanced opportunities bill: $16 million and rising
More than 32,000 students took part in the popular program last school year — earning at least $55 million worth of college credits.
Ybarra, Wilson square off on teacher pay and school funding
Both candidates went on the offensive early.