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

Idaho is opting out of a federal program that tracks teen behavior as youth mental health worsens

Education officials are worried about taking up class time to survey students and about overstepping boundaries by asking questions that are not parent-approved.

CWI candidates pledge collaboration — but split on spending issues

The turmoil at North Idaho College was a recurring theme Tuesday — as College of Western Idaho trustee candidates run in nonpartisan races with partisan overtones.

Lawmakers continue their dive into school facilities dilemma

The Funding Construction of Public Schools committee agreed to split up their ideas and take a deeper look into solutions for the next meeting, which will likely occur after the Nov. 8 General Election.

Celebrating successes: Idaho’s ISAT high performers in Top 10 lists

These schools, charters and districts largely transcend state proficiency goals.

Record-setting U of I grant isn’t a done deal — at least not yet

University and federal officials will head to the negotiating table on Nov. 8, to try to hammer out a $55 million plan to research climate-friendly farming and ranching practices.

IPTV debate: Candidates spar over a variety of Idaho education policies

Democrat Terry Gilbert and Republican Debbie Critchfield answered an hour’s worth of questions Monday during Idaho Public Television’s Idaho Debates event.

KTVB debate: Superintendent candidates talk critical race theory, school choice

Debbie Critchfield and Terry Gilbert will face off in the general election on Tuesday, Nov. 8.

Idaho students hit 10-year low on national exam — but still fared better than most

The scores are the pandemic’s latest educational symptom.

Nation’s report card: Massive drop in math scores, slide in reading linked to COVID disruption

Idaho math scores dropped but remained ahead of the national average. Idaho performed near national averages in reading.

Charter schools lead Idaho’s ISAT proficiency list – again

INSIDE: Find out how your school performed on the 2022 standardized tests.