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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
Bill addresses extra teacher contract days
All the latest school news, including a new proposal for supplemental teacher contracts and an update on the application process to join the mastery pilot program.
House passes $27.8 million tax cut
House Majority Leader Mike Moyle said the bill would make Idaho tax rates more competitive. Democrats said the bill could undercut K-12 funding.
House committee rejects science and humanities standards
The pending new rule, supported by the State Board of Education, can still be adopted by Idaho schools if it is supported by the Senate Education Committee.
Ybarra details collaborative approach behind her budget
Ybarra said she is striving for transparency and to include a diverse representation of voices in her policy and budget discussions
A $27.8 million tax cut heads to House floor
The bill’s sponsor — House Majority Leader Mike Moyle — downplayed concerns that his proposal would jeopardize school funding.
STEM takes center stage at Statehouse
The budget would create a $10 million STEM Education Fund to bankroll long-term public-private partnerships.
Ybarra, SDE officials expect fewer SBAC glitches this year
Superintendent Sherri Ybarra said her staff has worked to shave one hour off of testing time and to address delays and glitches before they crop up.
Ybarra calls for 7.5 percent boost in school funding
Lawmakers and education groups praised the level of detail in Ybarra’s spending proposal.
House committee approves computer science initiative
Thirteen Idaho business leaders and educators testified in favor of the bill designed to provide more opportunities for computer science students.
Analysis: Now, can Ybarra champion a budget?
State superintendent Sherri Ybarra drew rave reviews for her budget presentation Thursday. Will that help her find funding for a rural schools initiative?