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Lawmakers grill Green on U of I-Phoenix purchase
Legislative budget-writers raised serious questions about the U of I’s closed-door negotiations with the University of Phoenix — and the potential financial risks from the $685 million megadeal.
Analysis: Empowering Parents problems catch Little off-guard, inexplicably
At a pivotal point, Gov. Brad Little’s pet education microgrant program has problems. And the problems have been more or less lurking in plain sight.
Standards commission reprimands educators for contract violations
Two teachers received penalties, and a third consideration was delayed due to a report misfiling.
Beyond snow days: what drove Idaho school closures this year
A fire, a mental health day, a giant boulder and more kept kids out of class.
Educators share lessons and memories from Indian Education Summit
“It’s important for both viewpoints to be included in the curriculum, not just one or the other,” an Indian Education summit attendee said.
New public charter provides lifeline for students with severe trauma
The 64-student Promise Academy school will be located on the campus of the Idaho Youth Ranch’s new Residential Center for Healing and Resilience in Middleton.
Little requests audit of possible improper purchases with tax dollars
Empowering Parents grant money might have covered thousands of questionable purchases — such as TVs, smart watches, clothes and cleaning supplies. And the governor isn’t hiding his displeasure.
Leaders recognize lack of Native American educators as concern
“There has to be specific attention to how we attract our Native students into thinking about being a teacher,” state superintendent Debbie Critchfield said.
Satterlee retiring as Idaho State president
The 55-year-old’s last day is Dec. 31.
Idaho students are hitting historic lows in math, so educators are teaming up to help
Supported by State Board grants, three university programs aim to tackle learning gaps made worse by the pandemic.