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Idaho’s $1 billion school election day: a district-by-district breakdown

There’s still time to vote if you haven’t already.

Idaho schools ranked from best to worst

Find out what the data says about Idaho education. INSIDE: See where your school ranks.

Commission finds litany of problems and rejects charter’s renewal

The future of Monticello Montessori Charter will be decided at a March 8 hearing.

Analysis: The big election day lawmakers don’t want to see

When school districts go to the polls on March 14, more than $1 billion in taxpayer money will be on the line. If some lawmakers get their way, it will be the last election of its kind.

Statehouse roundup, 2.22.23: Parental rights bill sails to House floor

In other news, House Education introduced another parental rights bill — and a new motto bill.

Statehouse roundup, 2.21.23: Advanced opportunities program could get funding boost

In other news, a nonpartisan group says the cost of a controversial education savings accounts bill could balloon from $45 million to $363 million within one year.

Analysis: A fundamental discussion of what education means to Idahoans

This week’s debate over a controversial school choice bill provided insight into how Idahoans look at their local schools, and education’s role in society.

Statehouse roundup, 2.15.23: After lengthy testimony, divisive ESA bill heads to Senate floor

In other Statehouse news, a House committee introduces a bill that would overhaul school board elections.

Yenor takes a Florida-based job with a conservative think tank

However, the polarizing political science professor remains on the Boise State University faculty.

A fading dream: The realities of a DACA recipient reaching adulthood

University of Idaho senior Monica Carrillo-Casas wants to be an American journalist but her work status is in limbo, though she has lived in Idaho 22 of her 23 years. Here is her story, in her words.