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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.

Otter, Luna praise legislative focus on schools

Otter says lawmakers fulfilled his goals for education, while Democrats said not nearly enough work was done this year.

Session ends with a flurry of activity

Several key K-12 education bills passed on the final day of the 2014 legislative session.

An anatomy of the 2014 session

Do you have questions from the just-concluded 2014 session? We have answers.

Your guide to being an informed Idahoan

This is must-have stuff, including a link to our Bill Tracker, where you can find how lawmakers voted on education bills. Also inside: Links to finding out who your lawmakers are, data about your school and news about the May primary election.

House passes K-12 budget bills

Democrats lead opposition to the school budget bills, saying the state still lags 2009 spending levels by more than $100 million.

Former Marshal fights for school safety

After 40 years in law enforcement, former U.S. Marshal Patrick McDonald is turning his attention to education and the Idaho Legislature.

Education stakeholders find common ground

A harmonious 2014 session follows what was often a contentious 2013 session.

Education news roundup: Tuesday, March 18

Catch up on the latest legislative action from the Statehouse: a shuffling of lottery proceeds, a bill on school WiFi specs and a proposal to create a new committee to review SBAC questions.

Kuna contemplates another levy

Trustees will meet Wednesday to weigh their options. Supporters have launched an online petition drive urging the district to run another $3.19 million-a-year levy, but opponents have one trustee in their camp.