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Critchfield names two top aides
Former gubernatorial aide Greg Wilson will serve as superintendent-elect Debbie Critchfield’s chief of staff, and Idaho school administrator Ryan Cantrell will serve as deputy state superintendent.
‘Be open and receptive,’ school leaders give advice to new superintendent
After winning her election by a landslide Tuesday, Debbie Critchfield is poised to become the next leader of Idaho schools.
Analysis: Breaking down another red election night in Idaho
Idaho Republicans won big Tuesday night, and without suspense. But that doesn’t mean the results were boring.
Election final: Critchfield talks about her future leading schools; more statewide results
INSIDE: Updated results from other key races, from governor to Legislature to community college trustees.
Big money in the CWI races, and more news from the sunshine reports
A newly formed PAC supporting incumbent College of Western Idaho trustees has raised at least $88,000 since Oct. 21.
West Ada locks all doors — all day, every day
Idaho’s largest school district makes a policy change to protect students because when it comes to school shootings a locked classroom door has never breached.
Election Day prep: We’ve got you covered
Be an educated voter. Here’s what to know before heading to the polls on Tuesday, November 8.
Analysis: Tuesday’s general election still has the feel of a Republican primary
In Idaho politics in 2022, every election divides the state’s predominant party, to some degree. Tuesday’s vote tallies will attach some numbers to this divide.
Freedom Foundation’s latest sex ed attack contains false and disputed claims
Idaho Education News confirmed that 14 schools are using the Reducing the Risk curriculum, but the Department of Health and Welfare disputed many of the hardline conservative group’s assertions about what’s taught and to which students.
Hot potato? Shelley High’s russet takes second
The russet-burbank spud dubbed “Boomer” skinned (scalloped?) eleven of twelve competitors vying for Scorebook Live’s Best High School Mascot in America competition. Another Idaho high school placed fifth.