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Otter names his higher education task force
The 36 members include state superintendent Sherri Ybarra, members of the State Board of Education, college and university presidents and two students.
Statehouse roundup, 2.1.17: Governor seeks contract to manage school Medicaid services
School-based Medicaid services can include anything from physical and occupational therapy to psychological evaluations — and accounted for more than $40 million in 2015-16.
Superintendents applaud teacher raises but question the future of teacher evaluations
Education leaders share their thoughts and reactions to the education budgets proposed by Gov. Butch Otter and Superintendent Sherri Ybarra.
Idaho graduation rate improves again
For the second straight year, Idaho’s graduation rate moved upward in 2015-16. National figures aren’t yet available; Idaho ranked No. 39 in the nation in 2014-15.
Statehouse roundup, 1.31.2017: Bill to cut income taxes heads to House floor
“There’s plenty of room for us to take care of education,” said the bill’s sponsor, House Majority Leader Mike Moyle, R-Star. Critics aren’t so sure.
House committee gets earful from out-of-state Common Core opponent
Duke Pesta spent 30 minutes yelling, screaming and ignoring legislative decorum before chairwoman Rep. Julie VanOrden cut him off.
State Board approves community college district in Bonneville County
This paves the way for Eastern Idaho Technical College to become East Idaho’s first community college. It’s now a decision for local taxpayers.
STEM center could be in line for a spending boost
Gov. Butch Otter supports a $2 million increase — which would provide permanent funding for Idaho’s fledgling computer science initiative.
Ybarra makes formal pitch to increase school funding by 6.7 percent
State Superintendent Sherri Ybarra’s top priority for next year is increasing educators’ pay in order to attract and retain teachers.
‘She’s my party’s nominee;’ Bedke signs letter backing DeVos
The letter, from 140 state officials in 50 states, was signed Jan. 17 — the same day Betsy DeVos faced a stormy confirmation hearing in a Senate committee.