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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
New graduation requirements stir debate over the value of test scores
Students are required to take standardized tests but not required to pass them. The scores will still be used to measure teacher performance and school quality.
State Board: No limit on master teacher premiums
State officials are clarifying eligibility requirements in response to a popular opinion piece published earlier this week on Idaho Education News.
Cecil Andrus, Idaho’s only four-term governor, dies at 85
Andrus’ unprecedented political career was punctuated by debates on environmental issues — and education funding and kindergarten in Idaho.
Next week, Idaho schools will seek $42.5 million in ballot measures
The biggest item on Tuesday’s ballot: a $26.9 million bond issue in the Madison School District in Eastern Idaho.
West Side stories: Life after high school
This small, rural Idaho school churned out a 100 percent graduation rate in 2016. About half went on to college, a ratio that mirrors Idaho’s statewide go-on rate. Here are some of their stories on life after high school.
Ybarra, State Board of Education turn over ESSA plan to Otter
After reviewing the plan, Idaho’s governor will issue a written response.
Schools set to receive funding boost courtesy of timber sales
Idaho K-12 public schools will receive $50.3 million in proceeds from state endowment lands in 2018-19.
Bonneville district unlikely to bond in November
After nixing a $58 million bond issue for a new middle school, the Bonneville School District is back to square one on how best to absorb a dizzying influx of elementary-age students.
Deputy state controller joins Ybarra’s staff
Dan Goicoechea will serve as Ybarra’s liaison for the Idaho Land Board and a primary contact for the news media.
Help wanted: Funding formula committee will seek consultants
The committee has $400,000 at its disposal — and a Nov. 30 deadline to finish its work for the year.