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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
Federal judge rejects anti-SBAC lawsuit
The lawsuit — backed by the conservative Idaho Freedom Foundation — sought to spike the online exams tied to Idaho Core Standards.
Student mathletes celebrate LearnStorm challenge
Idaho students participated in a math challenge designed to improve their math abilities and build a growth mindset.
Judge denies teacher’s claims of violations in the Snake River School District
Former superintendent Mark Gabrylczyk said he feels “vindicated” about his actions during a teacher-review process.
Otter, Ybarra rip White House ‘guidance’ on transgender students
Gov. Butch Otter hinted at a lawsuit, and said he believed the federal guidelines would not survive a legal challenge.
A $5 million step to fill the counseling gap
Idaho districts will share the money to boost college and career counseling. And the new programs will vary from district to district.
Elections 101: What’s on the ballot Tuesday
Voters will settle a host of high-profile legislative primaries, decide on two dozen school bond issues and levies — and weigh in on the West Ada recalls.
District 25 House Seat A, Bell vs. Sternes
A longtime military veteran is challenging one of the Legislature’s main budget writers for a House seat in the Magic Valley.
District 1 Senate, Keough vs. Rohrer
A political newcomer is taking on the most senior member of the Idaho Senate in a tough North Idaho Republican primary race.
Idaho Falls plans for major structural upgrades
Two high schools and three elementary schools need facilities changes. Patrons would have to approve a bond, likely to go before voters in November.
District 22 Senate, Den Hartog vs. Porter
This Ada County Senate race is a rematch of 2014’s Republican primary, which Den Hartog won 53.5 percent to 46.5 percent.