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

Large-district trustees question the value of ISBA

The Idaho School Boards Association offers a variety of services but at a cost. New trustees in West Ada and Caldwell are questioning the value of membership.

Budget watch: August state revenues beat projections

If revenues meet or beat new state projections for each of the next 10 months, Idaho would end the 2016 budget year with a balance of more than $100 million.

A summer crash course in the prison system

Cindy Wilson, a government teacher at Boise’s Capital High School, was appointed in March to Idaho’s policymaking Board of Correction.

Private organization supports rural district

The Panhandle Alliance for Education, an independent, community-based foundation, has devoted its funds on helping the Lake Pend Oreille School District. School leaders credit PAFE for improving student achievement.

PTECH triples in size, serves students statewide

The program launched last year is designed to bridge the gap between education and industry in Idaho and help Idaho youth develop the right skills and take the right courses to land them a job with a high-growth industry.

Enter contest to win $1,000 for your favorite school

Online contest submission are being accepted through Saturday. The contest is hosted by the Idaho Education Association.

Boise leads new push to replace SBAC tests

This summer’s move by Boise could lead to a major testing showdown at an upcoming school boards convention and, eventually, the Idaho Legislature.

Districts face rising enrollment across Idaho

The numbers are forcing short-term fixes — including last-minute teacher hires. And the numbers may lead to long-term discussions about building needs.