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Highland rises from the ashes: “Back and better than ever”

Just four months after a devastating fire, students and staff returned to campus, though classes have been spread out across the valley.

Analysis: Another troubled state program, bankrolled by Uncle Sam’s COVID-19 aid

The Department of Health and Welfare might have broken the law in its rushed rollout of a child care grants program, according to legislative auditors.

Judge takes up motion to disqualify Labrador from State Board lawsuit

“What we are asking for is a level playing field,” lawyer Trudy Fouser told District Judge Jason Scott Thursday. A ruling could come within a week.

Voter turnout expected to double in West Bonner recall election

Facing an uncertain future, trustee Susan Brown asked the community to allow their new superintendent a chance to prove himself.

State Board launches all-out defense against attorney general’s lawsuit

The four court motions represent the State Board of Education’s most concerted push against Attorney General Raúl Labrador’s lawsuit.

State Board’s deadline to fix violations forces West Bonner board into action

Trustees gave superintendent Branden Durst until Aug. 31 to apply for his emergency provisional certificate.

Caldwell School District's board meeting on Monday, Aug. 14, 2023.

In the Internet age, most Idaho school boards do not video their meetings

Those who do, say it promotes transparency. Those who don’t, say it discourages participation and allows for outside interference.

Grant applications to expand CTE programs surpass $22 million

Most are from rural and remote schools, just what state superintendent Debbie Critchfield wanted to see happen.

West Bonner put on notice to comply with Idaho law

The North Idaho district was given an Aug. 23 deadline to correct a compliance issue regarding its un-certified superintendent, Branden Durst.

Welcome back! ‘It’s the best day of the year.’

About 135,000 Idaho students returned to the classroom Wednesday as 54 school districts and charters kicked off the new year.