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Big number from the gubernatorial money race: $6.6 million

Meanwhile, the four candidates for state superintendent put a meager $45,392 into their statewide race in the latest filing period.

For-profit partnerships fuel oversight concerns at virtual schools

Sluggish outcomes have resulted in the Idaho Public Charter School Commission’s recent sanctioning of six virtual schools and fueled concerns that the for-profit partnerships hinder school oversight.

Bank statements reveal source of $400,000 buyout for New Plymouth superintendent

The New Pymouth School District received a $400,000 bank transfer one day after embattled Superintendent Kevin Barker announced his resignation.

Analysis: Six takeaways from Friday’s state superintendent’s debate

“A smooch and a smidge.” “An appropriation that’s appropriate.” And beyond the snippets, some notable clashes over graduation rates, teacher salaries, pre-K — and leadership.

Analysis: Six takeaways from Monday’s gubernatorial debate

An in-depth look at what the candidates had to say about taxes, teacher pay, pre-K — and each other.

Idaho ramps up school safety measures amid threats

State and local leaders are beefing up school safety measures amid rising fears of school shootings and local threats.

State Board approves tuition and fee increases

Find out how much of an increase students can expect at University of Idaho, Boise State University and Idaho State University.

Research group: Some Idaho teacher-prep programs underperform

One national expert says the quality of teacher-prep programs affects student performance.

Whatever became of the higher ed task force?

The 2018 Legislature did little with the recommendations from Gov. Butch Otter’s higher ed task force. The next move may belong to Idaho’s next governor.

Ybarra defends legislative record

The state superintendent pushed back against news media and advertising campaigns that rank Idaho’s education system as 48th in the nation.