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

Teachers defend rejected science standards

Where did these standards come from and where did they go astray in the Legislature? Two Idaho science teachers who wrote the standards offer and inside look at the process that lawmakers took issue with.

Otter: Religious schools amendment is unnecessary

The controversial amendment would ease the ban on siphoning state dollars into church schools. For now, the amendment is on hold in a House committee.

Senator pushes bill for Bible in schools

Teachers can already use the Bible in school, but Sen. Sheryl Nuxoll, R-Cottonwood, says they are often afraid to do so.

Early learning advocates rally at Statehouse

Early education advocates took their case to legislative committees and the Statehouse steps Wednesday. Idaho is one of only five states without state-funded pre-K.

Ybarra makes her pitch for rural schools center

Center would be designed to offer an assortment of services to small districts, including budget support, administration, tech help, nursing or public relations.

Charter teacher contract bill passes committee

Supporters say the bill would allow charter schools more flexibility in hiring teachers. Three prominent education groups opposed the bill.

Literacy proposals unveiled; science standards killed

Catch up on Monday’s Statehouse news, including new literacy proposals and a final vote to reject new science and humanities standards.

‘The luckiest kid on the block:’ Ranells embraces West Ada challenge

Mary Ann Ranells has a six-month contract in Idaho’s largest school district — but she wants to stay longer.

College graduates mentor Post Falls students

Principal Chris Sensel says the college and career center at his North Idaho school has improved the amount of scholarships students earn and its essential to improving go-on rates.