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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
What’s next for Idaho’s school broadband network?
The fate of the popular but embattled Idaho Education Network may be settled in the courts, and in legislative chambers.
West Ada deputy superintendent retires
Bruce Gestrin was a 24-year veteran of the West Ada School District, including 14 years as deputy superintendent.
State Board will take up teacher pay in December
State Board of Education members remain committed to addressing teacher pay before the 2015 legislative session, staffers said.
West Ada partners up for YMCA, school campus
Partnership expected to have implications for district’s next bond issue.
Boise starts search for new trustee
A successor to Joan Boren will be named on Jan. 12.
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.