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In depth: The U of I comes to the close of a tragic, turbulent school year
On Nov. 13, the brutal murders of four University of Idaho students became a semester’s narrative, a community’s tragedy and a university’s crisis. Six months later, the healing continues.
At $734 million, another big school election day looms on May 16
Voters are weeks away from deciding on 18 school spending measures in 16 districts across Idaho.
Eastern Idaho district stands behind superintendent hire, despite theft pleas
Hired as West Side School District superintendent in April, Tyler Telford pleaded guilty last year to two misdemeanor charges. He denies wrongdoing, and says the criminal case stemmed from an unsuccessful civil lawsuit.
A new path to college credits: North Star Charter to drop IB program
Only 10 of 30 senior students enrolled in North Star’s IB program this year.
West Ada’s proposed levy would benefit all 58 schools
The $500 million ask — the largest in state history — also would construct two elementary schools and a training center.
Elevate Academy finds the ‘disenfranchised’ and transforms them
The alternative school method is upending tradition. And because not every young person fits the mold, they don’t use one.
Amid red flags, state launches Empowering Parents grants review
Some of the federally funded grants may have been used to cover ineligible purchases — such as clothes, TVs, smart watches or household cleaning items. And it’s not clear whether the state can get its money back.
Analysis: To solve a student mental health crisis, we need to get serious about measuring it
The best anyone can do is cobble together some mismatched statistics that suggest the problem is getting worse — and quickly.
Bank teaches elementary kids how to save money
It’s never too early to begin teaching fiscal responsibility, according to Zions Bank.
Crosstown rivals will share school in show of unity after fire
Highland and Century students will take turns attending class in person for the rest of the school year.