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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
Statehouse roundup, 2.17.23: Parental rights bill emerges in the House, awaits committee hearing
And in other Statehouse news, JFAC approved a $1 million supplemental for costs relating to the quadruple homicide at the University of Idaho.
State Board discusses vouchers and teacher retention
The board also approved a new strategic plan and discussed new data on charter schools.
Statehouse roundup, 2.16.23: Budget-writers OK money for dyslexia training
In other news, school counselors detailed to lawmakers their experiences working in schools.
Commission to weigh effectiveness of 17 charter schools
Ten schools are fully compliant, six report various academic or financial failings, and one has rejected two recommendations.
Statehouse roundup, 2.14.23: Senators field lengthy testimony on ESA bill, vote likely Wednesday
In other news, bills advanced that would require displaying the national motto and tweak trustee terms.
Statehouse roundup, 2.13.23: Library pornography bill surfaces; ESA bill hearing Tuesday
In other news, lawmakers take another initial step to scrub the March election date from the voting calendar.
Idaho House, Senate GOP leaders reach an agreement over JFAC’s voting process
The budget-setting committee has not yet voted on supplemental budget requests, which is unusual for this point in the legislative session.
Statehouse roundup, 2.10.23: School elections consolidation heads to Senate
And a bill that would ban student IDs as voter identification is headed to the House floor.
Statehouse roundup, 2.9.23: Senate committee introduces bill to restrict sex education
In other news, the House Education Committee worked through four bills — in a hurry. Get the rundown here.
Statehouse roundup, 2.6.23: Postsecondary incentives bill survives razor-thin House vote
After more than two hours of debate, the Idaho Launch bill passed on a 36-34 vote. In other news, a bill requiring financial literacy classes makes its debut.