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No, the Blaine Amendment isn’t ‘null and void.’ Here’s why

Five Idaho attorneys general since 1989 have been asked to analyze a constitutional provision that bars religious schools from getting state funds.

Boise hires its first female superintendent

Boise’s board of trustees unanimously selected Lisa Roberts, and several trustees became emotional while praising her work.

Students, librarians push back against West Ada book removal policy

The superintendent has unilateral authority. “It made me feel really helpless,” one student said.

Governor claims Idaho ranks in the Top 10 for starting teacher pay. That’s a stretch

Idaho Education News analyzed five years of salary data to find the truth.

Statehouse roundup, 1.15.24: Hundreds attend hearing on library bill

In other news, nearly 200 teachers were in the Statehouse for the Idaho Education Association’s annual lobbying effort, and Cascade shared a success story.

EdNews awarded national grant for career technical reporting

The series of stories will examine how state funds are expanding workforce training programs and their effectiveness.

Private companies Hawley Troxell and Piper Sandler make building public schools their business

The law firm and bank provide expertise where much is at stake because building schools in Idaho is an odyssey fraught with restrictive laws, and complicated financial moves. To navigate it, many K-12 leaders turn to them.

But it’s expensive. Public education has siphoned millions to the private businesses over the years.

EdNews reporters Carly Flandro and Kevin Richert take a close look at their influence, commitment and costs.