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Karen Echeverria, a longtime influencer of Idaho’s public education system, replaces outgoing commissioner Julie VanOrden.

Engaged parents, perfectionistic students, and homework also contribute to these standout scores, principals say. 

Boise State University is adding four mental health counselors and a psychiatric nurse practitioner — covered by student fees. University officials hope the hires will address a demand that has increased, and intensified.

Donors give thousands of dollars to Idaho classrooms each year.

In 2022, 28.3% of juniors met both benchmarks, according to data released Tuesday.

Lakeland’s program provides a preview into the future of school safety if armed guards become more prevalent.

The education funding initiative would increase corporate and high-end income taxes by $323 million a year. But it also could roll back $250 million in income tax cuts passed by the 2022 Legislature, Attorney General Lawrence Wasden’s chief deputy said last week.

Every school in the district will now have either an armed security guard or SRO in the building every day. The board of trustees unanimously approved the decision on Wednesday night.

While SAT and ACT test scores are losing their prominence and power, in some cases they can still open or close doors to scholarships, prestigious universities, and high-paying careers. And those factors can be life-changing. 

All June graduates have a job, are enrolled in a post-secondary program or enlisted in the military.