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State considers seven teacher violation cases
One or more of the cases could be scheduled for disciplinary decisions by the Professional Standards Commission.
West Bonner community expresses support for interim superintendent
INSIDE: An unfinished 2023 audit has caused the district to be out of compliance with the State Department of Education.
Schools must adopt new special education manual
Families who believe their child was incorrectly denied special education services can request an evaluation — and districts have to listen.
Teacher recruitment events report growing interest in the profession
The number of interested educators increased by 170% over two years ago, the last time the teacher recruitment event was held.
CDA eyes staff reductions, closing a school — but steers away from four-day calendar
One of the issues contributing to the district’s financial distress is declining enrollment.
Charter commission sets precedent with tenuous performance measures
The Accelerating Public Charter Schools Act carries a provision rewarding high-performing schools with a 12-year charter, rather than six.
State revokes certifications for three convicted teachers
The PSC’s executive committee review 12 educator cases for probable cause determinations.
Consequences may be coming for teachers who quit early or mid-year
If a teacher breaks a contract and a complaint is filed, commissioners are ready to issue consequences.
Timberlake recognized for success with first-generation college students
Timberlake is one of 27 high schools throughout the country recognized for efforts to increase the number of first-generation college students.
Modern CTE facilities will boost prospects in rural Idaho
In New Plymouth, some students stay in school just to weld in the high school’s career technical education agriculture program.