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Students add their signature the 'Every Day Matters' banner at the beginning of the school year.

Campaign to boost attendance sees some success

“Every Day Matters” is an effort from officials to forge community, attendance and connection to school.

New director looks to build relationships and provide more training support

Striking the correct balance between accountability and advocacy is among her top priorities.

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.

Nampa trustees pass policy limiting discussions on gender identity, sexual orientation

After around two hours of public testimony and discussion, the policy passed on a 3-1 vote.

Cameron Pressley's mom, Shellie Smith, speaking to GEM interns about 'We the Teens.'

Idaho interns flaunt Gen Z activism at Idaho Historical Society

Ten interns worked for several month to launch “We the Teens” at the museum.

Boise charter school to move locations after facilities debt default

The Village Leadership Academy has been in hot water since 2019, when a report revealed financial malpractice.

Boise High School

Boise schools manage declining enrollment

The district will cut 27 full-time positions to prepare for fewer students.

Commission hires new director, welcomes new commissioner

INSIDE: Commenters call out overregulation and errors.

Trustees search for ways to reach more voters

Superintendent Wendy Johnson presented four options for the next bond issue request: Nov. 7, 2023; May 17, 2024; Aug. 30, 2024; and Nov. 5, 2024.

Homeschoolers discuss how to navigate an unconventional learning experience

Convention speaker Jenny Nelson talked about finding dinosaur bones and watching buffalo herds. “You can’t duplicate this inside your house with a textbook.”