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Two North Idaho districts seek continuation of multimillion dollar levies
But a new tax relief law means locals might pay less out of pocket if the measures are approved.
While teacher retention rates are higher, long-term workforce concerns persist
The slight uptick reverses a multiple-year trend of post-pandemic declines in the statewide teacher retention rate.
Analysis: Idaho’s spendiest Senate race could have statewide implications
In a purple Boise district known for close elections, incumbent Sen. Rick Just and former Rep. Codi Galloway have already raised close to $250,000. The stakes are high — for the two candidates, and potentially for education policy.
UPDATED: Boise State breaks a series of public records deadlines
Idaho EdNews has requested the records to shed light on two high-profile decisions: a possible move to the Pac-12 Conference and a recent forfeiture of a women’s volleyball match. The university called two of EdNews’ assertions “patently false.”
District 6: Candidates agree on increased school facility funding, differ on private school choice
Rep. Brandon Mitchell faces retired science educator Kathy Dawes in his run for a third term.
Prop. 1 would transform Idaho elections
Ballot initiative would bring changes like open primaries and ranked-choice voting to Idaho’s primary and general elections.
District 6: Challenger touts support of public ed; incumbent faces controversy over alleged public forum outburst
This is the first in a series of candidate profiles that Idaho Education News will publish leading up to the Nov. 5 general election. Our coverage is focusing on competitive races in swing districts and those that have implications for education policy.
UPDATE: Eagle library board relocates 23 books after closed-door deliberation
A new law directs libraries to implement procedures allowing patrons to challenge content they consider “harmful” for minors. It’s unclear who filed the complaints because the city withheld their names.
Analysis: Boise State’s awkward and deafening silence over transgender athletes
The university has entered — and simultaneously sought to avoid — one of the most polarizing debates in education and sports.
After a turbulent start, state makes a change on Empowering Parents contract
A new vendor will distribute the popular education grants — and could receive up to $600,000 for the work. The state’s previous vendor had a rocky two-year record heading the program.