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Zoning denial throws Fruitland charter school’s expansion into question
The academy can appeal with the city council. However, waiting is not in the school’s best interest because funding commitments have an August deadline.
Traditional storyteller brings Nez Perce culture to curriculum
About 60 educators attended Harry Slickpoo’s seasonal rounds presentation at the Nez Perce National Historical Park Visitor Center east of Lewiston.
International students face added barriers in life after college
“They want to work, they need to make money, and they need to send some of that money to their families in their home countries,” said C of I administrator McKay Cunningham. “They’re really frustrated with the suggestion that they can’t work like the domestic students can.”
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.