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Eight districts to propose levies or bonds in August
INSIDE: Find out what might be on your ballot.
In depth: Are their travels essential, or extravagant?
Idaho’s four college and university presidents spent about $150,000 traveling, over a 12-month span. The head of the State Board of Education defended the practice. A key legislator is skeptical.
TVCA leader remains hopeful that a new $7.5 million campus will be approved
Fruitland’s zoning commission had denied a permit for the expansion, but the city council sided with the charter school’s appeal. The issue could be settled at a Sept. 12 hearing.
Apprenticeship model for teacher certification will tap local talent
This new concept relies on local decisions. If a principal identifies someone in their schools who displays an interest in serving students, that individual could be encouraged to use this pathway.
From ‘separation of church and state’ to ‘conservatism,’ West Bonner leader fields variety of questions
Being fiscally conservative drew little to no reaction from the audience. But what did cause a visceral reaction was Durst’s statement that “we need to be the Florida of the United States.”
Charter commission director resignation creates new round of instability
“This is a good time for the commission to reboot and to clarify its role so that the next leader knows what he or she is expected to do and what the systems and processes are for getting the work done,” said Bluum CEO Terry Ryan.
State Board of Education rejects West Bonner’s request for corrective action
The decision this week clears the way for Branden Durst’s application for a superintendent’s emergency provisional certificate.
Most districts and charters fail to comply with Idaho’s transparency laws
Components such as budgets and strategic plans are to be posted on websites and easily accessible for parents and patrons.
Administrators share takeaways from first day of conference
“The most important thing is conversations with…all the other superintendents around,” said one Idaho leader.
Superintendent Shuffle: 2023 turnover at education’s helm
INSIDE: A roundup of the state’s leadership changes.