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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
Incumbent trustees face plenty of contested races across the state
In West Bonner, three incumbent trustees will face opponents in bids to retain their seats on a school board that’s experienced controversy this summer.
State grants begin rolling out — paying for cameras, fences and more
The state has sent out close to $6.7 million in safety and security grants so far — and in the next few months, an additional $13.3 million will be on the way.
New federal charter school grant would target quality as growth slows
Nonprofit Bluum used its previous $22 million grant money to kick off a five-year surge that accounted for 28 new schools.
U of I, former law school professor agree on $750,000 settlement
Shaakirrah Sanders sued the U of I in June 2019, alleging “insulting, humiliating and/or discriminatory conduct related to her gender or race.” The university denied all wrongdoing.
Court hears arguments on controversial transgender bathroom law
After getting a stamp of approval from the 2023 Legislature, the law has been embroiled in a fierce legal debate since early July.
Modified bus routes concern Coeur d’Alene parents
Gregory Mills is worried about the safety of his grandchildren.
Pocatello, Middleton, Nampa approve multimillion-dollar ballot measures
Get the details on the latest school board business here.
Three U.S. senators urge U of I to ditch Phoenix purchase
Sens. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn, Richard Durbin, D-Ill., and Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., say the purchase threatens the U of I’s financial health — and the U of I’s good name.
West Ada principals train with nationally recognized author and educator
The training will focus on this year’s district theme, “Anchored in Instruction.”
Property tax cuts coming for Idaho homeowners through new state law
Homeowners will find out how much they will save on their November bill.