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Ybarra is pitching her version of a teacher pay bill

The state superintendent favors a pilot project among 10 school districts, paired with across-the-board-raises, but lawmakers have not taken up her proposal.

Broadband contractors file tort claims against state

The project’s lead contractor, Education Networks of America, is seeking about $6 million. State officials have 90 days to respond to the companies’ claims.

Legislative roundup, 3.12.15

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Voters approve $358.6 million for schools

On a busy election day across the state, voters said yes to six bond issues and 44 levies.

DeMordaunt calls for new teacher salary bill

Lawmakers decline to vote on $125 million career ladder bill.

House Ed takes up teacher salary bill

Teachers traveled from as far as Idaho Falls and Moscow to testify on the $125 million career ladder proposal.

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Local broadband contracts should save state $1.3 million

A $3.6 million bailout bill should easily cover broadband costs for the rest of the school year, according to new numbers from the State Department of Education.

Legislative roundup, 3.9.2015: labor law, tax credits, civics, etc.

House Ed takes up pair of two-year-old labor bills that were set to expire this summer.

JFAC votes to stick with local broadband contracts

in general, districts are securing more bandwidth — and at big savings from the defunct Idaho Education Network contract.