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Estate donates $750,000 to Emmett kids
A successful Emmett family sets up two endowment funds that will provide scholarships and support programs in the Emmett School District.
State asks judge to reconsider broadband ruling
The motion comes eight days after a district judge tossed out the $60 million deal for the Idaho Education Network high school broadband contract.
Prairie Elementary named one of nation’s best schools
The North Idaho school was the only one from the Gem State to earn a Blue Ribbon from the federal government this year.
School trustees push for bond relief
The Idaho School Boards Association goes on record, again, against the supermajority requirement for bond issues.
Waiting game: Educators watch Ybarra’s transition closely
As state superintendent-elect Sherri Ybarra prepares to take office, some school administrators are wondering what to expect.
State Board approves tiered licensure changes
Proposal now heads to the Legislature for final consideration.
Tiered licensure changes may be in works
The State Board of Education will discuss several changes to the controversial proposal Thursday afternoon.
Judge tosses state broadband contract
Monday’s ruling on the Idaho Education Network system contract could leave taxpayers on the hook for millions of dollars in unpaid costs.
School trustees will weigh in on tiered licensure
And when they convene in Boise this week, school board members will also vote on a host of school funding proposals.