News
The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
Preparing grads for life beyond the basement
What can Kim Kardashian teach Idaho educators about Common Core? A University of Oregon professor challenges administrators to think beyond a “sausage-making” educational mindset.
A surprising superintendent’s endorsement
Why is Idaho’s reigning superintendent of the year crossing party lines in the race for state superintendent?
Principal honored for her dedication
Terri Fisher wins an Oscar of sorts from the Idaho Association of School Administrators. Other winners are listed inside.
Jones calls for building education coalition
Democrat superintendent candidate Jana Jones spoke to hundreds of school administrators Monday; Republican candidate Sherri Ybarra declined to participate.
Rural challenges: Money and mandates
Kathy Canfield-Davis of the University of Idaho asked small-town school administrators what they think of their jobs. One compared the work to juggling beach balls in a hurricane, while running in the mud.
States begin analyzing SBAC tests
Education officials are compiling thousands of survey responses from students and teachers.
‘Go-on’ numbers trend downward
The latest numbers are a snapshot in time, subject to change. But they illustrate a clear and wide gap between Idaho’s postsecondary “go-on” rate and the state’s ambitious goals.
Committee finalizes licensure plans
The committee is expected to take its recommendations for a new system of teacher licensure to the State Board of Education for consideration in October.
David Peterson’s move, and Nampa’s transition
The district’s fourth superintendent since 2012 hopes to focus on academics.
It’s back to work for Idaho school administrators
Conferences next week feature networking sessions, updates and informational meetings. INSIDE: A list of administrators of the year and distinguished service awards.