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Caldwell mulls ‘pay to play’ sports fee
One team is already asking for donations to cover the proposed fees.
Boise to offer free breakfasts; West Ada applications open Aug. 1
Boise’s $2.1 million breakfast program will begin this fall. Free lunches and breakfasts will be available at 20 Boise schools and two West Ada elementary schools.
Meanwhile, Idaho’s largest district will offer free breakfast and lunch at two grade schools,
Nampa confirms decision to cut ties with 64-year bus contractor
Trustees said the decision was based on legal requirements that disqualified a contract bid from Brown Bus Company.
Boise backtracks on Owyhee elementary closure plans
While parents are opposed to the possible closing of Owyhee, they were particularly disappointed with the leadership’s manner of communication.
Education nonprofit establishes prestigious endowed chair of clinical psychology
BOISE — The Lee Pesky Learning Center announced the founding of an endowed chair of clinical psychology. “The establishment of the Wendy Pesky Endowed Chair of Clinical Psychology marks a transformative moment for those that we serve,” said Lindy Crawford, the center’s executive director. The endowed chair is unique for a nonprofit organization, because they…
At-risk population exempted from high-stakes testing
There are approximately 18,000 Idaho students in K-12 who are categorized as English language learners. Those in grades K-3 who are new to the country, and just beginning to learn English, may qualify for the state testing exemption.
Boise leaders weigh the fate of Owyhee Elementary
Some parents believe Boise elementary schools south of the river receive a disproportionate amount of money for facilities.
EdNews reporter joins school district communications team
Reporter Darren Svan is leaving Idaho Education News this month to join Lake Pend Oreille School District as the district’s community liaison. EdNews has begun a search to fill the full-time, reporting position with a salary near $70,000. For the last year and a half, his reporting focused on charter schools, career technical education, teachers…
Governor hands West Ada $150 million for facilities
Little and legislators gave three districts giant checks to celebrate historic funding for schools.
Boise’s school closure plan runs into parent outrage
More than 75 frustrated patrons challenged Boise School District’s plan to close Owyhee Elementary School.