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Few speak at task force’s Lewiston forum
The governor’s education task force held a listening session in Lewiston Monday. Only six people spoke to a small crowd.
Task force: Slow night in Twin Falls
Thursday was the second night of the state’s education reform roadshow.
Common Core a topic at post-session overview
Superintendent Tom Luna is holding several post-session meetings statewide; educators attending Monday’s meeting via the IEN at six different sites across Idaho.
One education forum, two prevailing themes
On their first night of a statewide listening tour, members of Gov. Butch Otter’s education reform task force got an earful about Common Core, and education funding.
Boise begins selection of new trustee
The Boise School District to begin its search to replace a trustee who had been a member of the board for 23 years.
Otter signs public schools budget
After the session adjured, Otter was given 10 days to sign or veto remaining bills.
Lawmakers revive elements of defeated props
Many lawmakers said the November repeal of the 2011 education laws carried unintended consequences. Others said revival of the laws went too far.
A busy summer ahead on K-12 issues
The 2013 Legislature has adjourned, but a governor’s task force and a legislative committee will spend the off-season scrutinizing education issues. Here’s a look at what to expect.
Luna reflects on 2013 legislative session
In an interview with Idaho Education News, the public schools chief said education groups showed leadership and a willingness to work together.
Recapping and reviewing the 2013 Legislature
What did the 2013 Legislature mean for education? Plenty. Here are the highlights.