State Policy
A calendar change can cut classroom days — but it doesn’t slash costs
There are plenty of unanswered questions about four-day schools — particularly when it comes to student achievement. But when it comes to the impact on the bottom line — or lack thereof — the research is clear.
Back again: Big City Coffee-Boise State dispute returns to court
A judge Monday gave no inkling on how — or when — she might rule on a motion to reject a $4 million verdict against to current and past Boise State administrators.
One person challenged 23 Eagle library books, records show. City shields their identity
Eagle officials declined to provide evidence that would justify redacting the name of the complainant from public records.
Citizen committee punts vote on 34% legislator raises
Committee members want more time to mull an average $6,446 pay hike.
Analysis: Launch numbers boost college enrollment, but they’re unlikely to change the debate
Idaho Launch was sold to lawmakers as a pathway to a good-paying job in a high-demand career — and an alternative for students who aren’t interested in college. But the vast majority of Launch recipients are attending college this fall.
Task force rekindles debate over DEI on college campuses
The eight-member task force didn’t talk about any specific bills during its 90-minute inaugural meeting Wednesday. But that could come at a later date.
Drip, drip, drip: New competing motions in Big City Coffee-Boise State lawsuit
Big City’s attorneys want $1.7 million for legal costs and fees. The defense wants a judge to throw out a $4 million verdict against two present and former Boise State University administrators.
Empowering Parents is open for applications
Families can now apply for their share from the $30 million education microgrant program. They can receive up to $1,000 per student or $3,000 per family.
In depth: Boise State administrators made volleyball call, amid outside lobbying
It’s unclear whether players had any say, formally or informally, in Boise State University’s decision to forfeit a women’s volleyball match with San José State University. But public records provided to EdNews show the university was lobbied to make the controversial decision.
Boise State to net $128 million in new multimedia deal
The restructured — and extended — multimedia agreement should put Boise State athletics in line with schools in college football’s power conferences, Athletic Director Jeramiah Dickey told the State Board.