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Hundreds of teens aspire to be journalists
Students from across Idaho came together on Thursday to discuss the future of journalism and the term ‘fake news’.
Debate swirls around Teton’s $30 million bond issue
Supporters of the bond cite a laundry list of fixes. Those opposed say the district could do it for much less.
University of Idaho announces second year of enrollment increases
University President Chuck Staben told a crowd of business executives in Boise the new direct admissions program is helping increase enrollment.
Explore the newest data on Idaho schools
IdahoEdTrends.org has been updated with recent numbers and trends on academic achievement, demographics and financials.
New research explores student opportunity gaps
Two takeaways: Idaho is lagging behind most states in providing opportunity for white and Latino students alike, but Latino students face additional barriers.
Jeff Dillon wants public schools to be the first choice
The candidate for superintendent says: “Our overall grade as a state, nationally, is in that D-range, D-plus range and that’s a disservice to our kiddos.”
State supports more flexibility in hiring nontraditional teachers
State Superintendent Sherri Ybarra said Idaho will need several sets of solutions to combat a teaching shortage.
Middleton adopts 1:1 learning — times two
Four years after equipping every high school student with a laptop, the Middleton School District has expanded the program to middle school.
Opposition to Idaho Falls’ $110 million bond issue gains traction
A grassroots group is attacking the district’s claim that the measure won’t trigger a tax hike.
Schools and teachers to be graded on what kids say
Beginning this spring, public school students will take a survey as part of Idaho’s school accountability program.