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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
Broadband snafu could cost districts nearly $2 million
Fifty-seven districts and charters could be on the hook, stemming back to purchases from 2013 and 2014. In the Pocatello School District, for example, nearly $350,000 in payments are in limbo.
District 15 House Seat B, Beck vs. McDonald
A former state senator is challenging House Education Committee member Rep. Patrick McDonald in this Boise legislative race.
Kids can do anything, or nothing at a school with few rules
Self-motivation is the natural result for students attending a school that requires them to fill there own day with their own chosen activities.
West Ada, Clark reach $160,000 settlement
The settlement resolves all legal claims stemming from Linda Clark’s abrupt Oct. 23 resignation. The $160,000 will not come from the district’s insurance carrier.
District 30 House Seat B, Neal vs. Horman
An Idaho Falls attorney is challenging Rep. Wendy Horman for her seat in the Idaho House.
Education news briefs from around Idaho
Two teachers receive awards, students to launch their own high school and unique competitions to be held this week.
Join our Friday conversation on politics and education
Idaho Education News is hosting a panel discussion in partnership with the Boise Metro Chamber and the Idaho School Boards Association. The event features experts in education and politics — and free donuts and coffee.
District 14 House Seat B, DeMordaunt vs. Jones
Both candidates in this Ada County legislative race say education and the economy are their top priorities.
Nampa receives $1 million grant for new high school
The $1 million grant would pay for the first two years of the new school’s operation, so long as it qualifies as an innovative school under a new state law.
Twin Falls reaffirms support for refugee program
For three decades, Twin Falls has provided an unlikely landing spot for refugee students from all over the world. And most residents want to keep it that way.