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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
Five schools miss pay plan deadline
The majority of districts and charters met the Oct. 1 deadline, and submitted a variety of plans that range from simple to complex. District leaders expect to receive their share of the $21 million in February.
The superintendent’s race that isn’t … so far
In 13 months, Idaho voters will elect a superintendent of public instruction. To say the least, the campaign is fluid.
McCall’s student-led iPad rollout
Students take a lead role in bringing tablets into the classroom.
Requiring P.E. to graduate gains support
Physical education teachers and the American Heart Association are backing a proposal to make P.E. a graduation requirement. The State Board will take action on the proposal later this year.
Entrepreneur’s message: ‘refuse to be labeled’
The entrepreneur and venture capitalist encourages educators to promote creativity and authenticity and says success can be found down non-traditional paths.
ISBA releases negotiations survey
Only two Idaho school districts reported that their teachers’ union was unable to prove it spoke for the majority of teachers, as outlined by a new law the Legislature passed this year.
Superintendents call for even more money
School officials say increases in health insurance and utilities costs may eat up operational funding before the state can erase recession-era budget cuts.
Barber’s Blaine contract worth $680,000
The former Blaine superintendent had nearly three years remaining on his contract when he left the district last week.
Lawmakers start scrutinizing Luna budget
Senate Education Committee Chairman John Goedde and House Education Committee Chairman Reed DeMordaunt praised Tom Luna for listening to the task force. However, funding could be the limiting factor during the 2014 session.
Seeking a balance on school security
Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Luna wants to pump more state money into school security. But the state is looking to find a delicate balance: plugging holes in local systems, while relying on local, on-the-ground expertise.