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

Educators push for funding flexibility

The next public hearing is set for Monday night in Fort Hall.

Study: Idaho most tolerant for guns in schools

Of all 50 states, only Idaho qualified in every gun-related category examined in a recent national study.

Comparing the contracts of Idaho presidents

On top of their salaries — which rank among the highest in state government — presidents also get perks that include country club memberships.

School safety still a hot topic

While students enjoy the summer break, school leaders will be brainstorming ways to both introduce and fund heightened security measures in the age of mass school shootings.

As graduation rates climb, demographic gaps persist

Poverty is a key driver. In Idaho, about three-fourths of high school dropouts come from low-income households, according to a national study released Tuesday.

School funding committee kicks off regional meetings

Paid consultants will host a mix of public hearings and invitation-only focus groups where the public will be barred from attending.

Preston teacher charged with animal cruelty

The educator faces a misdemeanor count after he fed an ill puppy to a turtle in front of a handful of students.

Martin Schimpf named interim president of Boise State

The provost and vice president of academic affairs will lead the university after President Bob Kustra retires at the end of the month.

Idaho Falls faces renewed opposition to $99.5 million bond

A grassroots group fears a tax hike and says the price tag is inflated by unnecessary upgrades and the district’s use of a fairly new process for choosing a contractor.