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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
A $398 million school election day looms
Across Idaho, at least seven bond issues and 38 levies are on Tuesday’s ballot. Here’s a look at the hotspots.
Legislators win $16,000 for local schools
The challenge is over for 49 lawmakers after five weeks of tracking physical activity and healthy eating, for the High Five Mt. Everest Challenge. On Thursday, legislators found out if they were the winner of $5,000 that will go to an elementary school of their choice. Rep. Mat Erpelding, D-Boise, was the fastest to reach…
Legislative roundup, 3.5.15: A counseling bill surfaces
Catch up on all the day’s education news, including a new bill designed to fund school counseling services.
VIDEO: Listen to kids talk about Idaho history
Students from all corners of the state celebrated Idaho Day on Wednesday, but some lucky ones got to spend the day at the Statehouse with Gov. Butch Otter and lawmakers to ring in the first-ever event. Check out the video to hear what kids had to say about Idaho history.
Legislature introduces $125 million career ladder
The House Education Committee introduced a salary bill Wednesday, designed to increase spending on teacher pay by $125.6 million over five years. After getting a sneak preview of draft legislation outlining the plan on Friday, the House committee voted to formally introduce the career ladder bill. Hours later, however, the Senate Education Committee killed what…
Legislative roundup, 3.3.2015: Big day looms on teacher pay issues
Catch up on the latest Statehouse news involving labor negotiations, advanced opportunities and the career ladder.
Broadband: Will state seek money back from contractors?
The state has paid out $29.7 million for high-speed Internet in high schools under the voided Idaho Education Network contract.
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New charters, award winners and other news
Read about the launch of a new charter school organization, student and teacher award winners and an upcoming fundraiser for books.
Legislative roundup, 3.2.2015: Common Core survives a challenge
Catch up on all the day’s education-related news — starting with a failed attempt to sidetrack the Idaho Core Standards.