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

School districts invited to apply for early literacy project

The three-year program will provide training for more than 500 teachers, beginning in 2018-19.

Horman, Neal again battle for District 30B House seat

The race is a rematch from two years ago, when Horman, R-Idaho Falls, defeated Neal 68 percent to 32 percent.

Allen Humble, candidate for superintendent of public instruction

Humble faces Capital High School teacher Cindy Wilson in the May 15 Democratic primary.

New Plymouth buyout remains shrouded in secrecy

Someone put up $400,000 to convince embattled New Plymouth district Superintendent Kevin Barker to step down. But the district isn’t naming names.

Jeff Dillon, candidate for state superintendent

Dillon squares off against incumbent Superintendent of Public Instruction Sherri Ybarra in the May 15 GOP primary.

Idaho Education News captures 14 Press Club awards

Idaho Education News won first place for online news general excellence and took first place in First Amendment category. Andrew Reed was named broadcast photographer of the year.

Analysis: Six takeaways from Friday’s state superintendent’s debate

“A smooch and a smidge.” “An appropriation that’s appropriate.” And beyond the snippets, some notable clashes over graduation rates, teacher salaries, pre-K — and leadership.

Nate-Ricks debate turns testy

Two-term state Rep. Ron Nate and his GOP challenger Doug Ricks outlined their views on education — and each other — during Thursday’s GOP forum in Rexburg.

New Plymouth superintendent accepts six-figure buyout

The resignation deal includes a lump sum and a two-year consulting gig that comes with a salary and full benefits, according to a contract obtain by Idaho Education News.