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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
It’s Banned Books Week, but librarians are over it
At the same time, they can’t afford to disengage.
Lake Pend Oreille seniors get to experience ‘adulting’
A finance fair brings together businesses and dozens of volunteers to introduce seniors to budgeting, taxes and retirement topics.
Lakeland superintendent explains decisions to parents
Superintendent Lisa Arnold is hosting monthly meetings with parents to ensure they receive accurate information.
Lake Pend Oreille officers rely on mentorship to avert acts of violence
In addition to ensuring the safety of employees and students, armed security officers spend considerable time building relationships with students.
Timberline teacher’s suspension gives rise to a larger conversation about Title IX
The Boise School District issued an email to thousands of patrons Thursday, attempting to clarify the circumstances around Laura Boulton’s Sept. 7 suspension.
School choice effort to continue with $24 million federal grant
The state can expect new schools, more teachers and administrators, expanded opportunities for new authorizers and an impact to the broader public education system.
Educators lose teaching certificates over student sex abuse, aggravated assault
Three certificates were permanently revoked, and one suspended indefinitely. Get the latest from the Professional Standards Commission.
For kids, kindness is the antidote to isolation
Just showing up, listening, putting down devices, asking questions, or learning a kid’s name can make all the difference.
‘We’re hopeful we run out of money:’ Little seeks to get the word out on Launch
There are early signs of interest in the new, $75 million Launch program, which would provide high school graduates up to $8,000 for training tied to in-demand careers.
Idaho elementary receives national recognition for academic excellence
Teton Elementary was among 353 schools to earn the distinction.