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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.
At the Statehouse, a week marked by debates over diversity and racism
Issues of race and diversity were woven through the 12th week of the 2024 legislative session. Here’s how it all unfolded.
Analysis: If the Phoenix deal died Wednesday, it didn’t die suddenly
The University of Idaho says it is still considering its options to pursue the University of Phoenix purchase. But the U of I’s options appear to be limited.
Statehouse roundup, 3.28.24: Senate rejects summer lunch program funding
INSIDE: Launch sideboards advance, lawmakers publicize forthcoming plan to activate school facilities funding.
Statehouse roundup, 3.27.24: Senate kills Phoenix bill, throwing purchase into jeopardy
Also, budget writers OK’d additional time to roll out career-technical education grants.
Trailer park: Lawmakers pass competing bills to address four-day school issues
The last-minute proposals — “trailer” bills, in Statehouse shorthand — seek to fix a controversial piece of an omnibus school facilities bill.
STATE INVESTIGATION: Special education violations come to light as parents advocate for students with disabilities
More than two dozen districts and charters violated federal special education law last year, investigators found, leaving students underserved.
STATE INVESTIGATION: Systemic special education problems at Oneida’s booming online school will take years to address
A partnership with controversial private companies, and an at-home learning environment where parents become the de-facto teachers, have contributed to the issues.
STATE INVESTIGATION: Amid rapid growth, Elevate failed to address special education needs
Following parent complaints and state reports, school leaders say they have addressed dozens of violations at two new charter schools.
Statehouse roundup, 3.22.24: Budget committee approves $145 million for attendance funding gap
Also, the Senate could soon consider four “trailer” bills making significant changes to the recently passed school facilities funding legislation.