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House Education repeals English, math and science standards

The debate now shifts to the Senate Education Committee, which won’t act until next week.

House Education repeals teacher certification standards

Also, the committee abruptly adjourned before taking any action on math, science or English standards.

Analysis: Dual credit — and a point of diminishing returns

Idaho’s advanced opportunities program is growing, and lawmakers will consider a record $20 million budget for next year. But college go-on numbers are static — even as more students take advantage of the dual-credit programs.

Statehouse roundup, 1.30.20: House calls for waiting period on failed bond issues

A bill that would force school districts to wait at least 11 months to reintroduce a failed a bond issue is headed to the Senate.

Former SDE director files whistleblower claim against Ybarra

Kelly Brady says state superintendent Sherri Ybarra fired her after Brady cooperated with a workplace misconduct investigation.

Statehouse roundup, 1.23.20: Ybarra pitches 5.3 percent increase for K-12

The biggest driver of Ybarra’s 2021 budget is a $40 million proposal to increase pay for veteran teachers.

School savings surpass $323 million

Increased state funding accompanies added savings for school districts and charter schools across Idaho.

Educators back science standards during divided House hearing

The wide-ranging debate touched on climate change, human impact on the environment and whether Christopher Columbus was racist.

Buhl superintendent disciplined for inaccurate teacher reports

The Professional Standards Commission last week took action against the Buhl superintendent and a Jerome Middle School teacher accused of making inappropriate comments to students and staff members.