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Despite budget increase, some schools brace for big cuts
One district superintendent expects $3.5 million in budget cuts next year, while others applaud spending plan as a step to restore cuts.
Roundup, 3.7.13: Budget skirmish, and more
Members of the Senate Education Committee bristle over a $21 million piece of the $1.3 billion public schools budget, with a few sharp words for legislative budget-writers.
A personal property tax bill finally surfaces
The Idaho Association of School Administrators and the Idaho School Boards Association support a bill that would partially repeal the unpopular tax on business equipment and supplies.
JFAC increases college and university budget
Budget writers approved a 3.8 percent general fund increase, resulting in a total spending increase of 4.4 percent.
In Nampa, it’s time for another school levy
A two-year, $3.2 million levy wasn’t enough to erase Nampa’s deficit. So next week, the district will float its second supplemental levy in seven months.
House passes another charter school bill
For the second time in as many days, the Idaho House passes a significant charter school bill. This one would allow Idaho colleges, universities and some nonprofits to authorize new charter schools.
Statehouse roundup, 3.6.13
Open contract negotiations, kindergarten visits, funding for the Idaho Digital Learning Academy. And more. Here’s a look at Wednesday’s legislative action on education issues.
Election bill: Retooling or retribution?
Republicans on a key Senate committee OK’d a bill to tighten Idaho initiative and referendum rules — and said the Students Come First repeal had nothing to do with their vote.
Reform advocate: Idaho can be rural leader
Citing test scores and college graduation rates, Andy Smarick said reform is needed in Idaho.
School safety bill will be amended
As written, Sen. Marv Hagedorn’s bill would require local school boards to work with sheriffs on safety and security plans.