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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.

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.