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A new way to get schools built: plant facilities levies
In the face of costly, failing bonds, some districts — including West Ada — may turn to this alternative.
Caldwell trustees delay action on controversial gender rights policy
They listened to concerned citizens — who formed a long line to testify — but pressed pause on taking action, waiting to see what develops at the Idaho Legislature.
Endeavor Elementary: “A school like no other”
On-site therapy and childcare for teachers, co-teaching to better reach all kids, and community centers to support families — all are efforts to ensure every child is learning in Nampa School District.
Middle school aide arrested for encouraging student fights
Ettson Arreola allegedly video recorded the fights on an electronic device and shared them on social media.
Centennial teacher passes on his passion for Japan to his students
“He’s gotten people who aren’t interested in Japanese to stay in Japanese class,” said Amy Poulsen, a senior at Centennial High School.
Proposed LGBTQ rights policy causes fracas at Caldwell School Board meeting
The meeting adjourned abruptly — before the board could complete its agenda — after shouts and threats from the audience.
Superintendents discuss Kuna bond issue and district tournament accounting
Kuna superintendent Wendy Johnson reviewed the district’s $111 million bond issue on the March 14 ballot.
Staffing and instructional time earn largest districts top literacy scores
West Ada and Boise districts made similar spending decisions, which produced the highest performing traditional elementary schools.
‘A heart of service,’ Caldwell student leader lifts up community
The sophomore sits on the state superintendent’s Student Advisory Council, the Caldwell Mayor’s Youth Advisory Council and is his class president.
Two high schools earn national Special Olympics honor
Mountain View and Canyon Ridge were the only Idaho schools recognized as National Banner Unified Champion.