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The latest and breaking news and investigative reports about Idaho public education.
Eligibility for subsidized school meals fell by almost half in Idaho since 2015
An improving economy and nixed paperwork requirements played a big part, but that doesn’t mean actual need for free and reduced-price meals for those living in poverty has diminished by that much.
School safety board reviews policy on reuniting kids, parents in crisis
Many of the points outlined at Tuesday’s meeting stemmed from lessons learned at the last school shooting in Idaho when last year a 13-year-old female student shot and injured three people at Rigby Middle School.
Superintendent shuffles: hiring news from across Idaho
At least 11 Idaho school districts and charter schools will start next school year with new leaders in place, and two are still searching.
Teacher shortages, troubled charter, standards: this week’s State Board agenda
The State Board of Education will meet Tuesday and Wednesday at Idaho State University.
Nampa trustees want new policy for removing books
They directed Interim Superintendent Greg Russell to develop a new process over the summer, after their May decision to remove 22 books earned national attention.
NIC names finalists for president’s position
The five finalists, all from outside Idaho, will begin touring the Coeur d’Alene campus this week, meeting with constituent groups and holding public forums.
Boise students speak out after wolf pups named for their school are killed
Wolves from the Timberline pack, named after Timberline High, lived in the nearby Boise National Forest.
Nominations now open for Inspire Excellence Awards
Do you know an educator, parent or volunteer who deserves recognition for their inspiring contributions? Check this out.
Uvalde shooting’s impacts on Idaho poised to play out over summer break, and beyond
“We’re still learning what happened,” said Guy Bliesner, a regional analyst for Idaho’s school safety and security program, which reviews and recommends safety protocols at Idaho’s public K-12 campuses.
As the state certifies primary election results, outcomes remain the same
Now that election results are officially certified, candidates have 20 days to formally request a recount with the Idaho Attorney General’s Office.