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Analysis: The U of I-Phoenix talks, and where things stand

It’s been 139 days since the proposed University of Idaho-University of Phoenix megadeal was last in the public eye. All of that will probably change in January, when the Legislature returns.

Transgender dispute goes to federal court; Boise State players sign on as plaintiffs

The lawsuit says Mountain West Conference policy was an attempt “to penalize the Boise State University women’s volleyball team members for speaking out.” Two Boise State University players are among the 12 plaintiffs.

‘Everything is on the table:’ Idaho State looks at the practicality of buying a medical school

The feasibility review is in its early stages, Idaho State University President Robert Wagner said Monday. It’s unclear how much it would cost to acquire the Idaho College of Osteopathic Medicine, or where the state or the university would get the money.

The top 10 highest paid K-12 school administrators in Idaho

A third superintendent now makes over $200,000.

Blaine County’s new sheriff has unique background in school safety

Morgan Ballis — combat Marine, military recruiter, academic researcher, school resource officer — is dedicated to preventing school shootings.

‘Kids are talking together:’ Students adjust to Vallivue’s new electronics policy

“It’s like it’s 1999,” assistant principal Allen Dade jokes as teens play ping-pong and color instead of staring at their phones.

Public school trustees condemn state funding for private education

Idaho board members also rejected a resolution in support of local option sales taxes for school districts.

Analysis: Idaho voters move to the right, and Idaho policy will follow

This next Legislature will be considerably more conservative, and that will impact leadership and education. 

Trump has won a second term. Here’s what that means for schools

Calls to abolish the Department of Education have new momentum.