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Analysis: Boise’s school year begins, with a rocky online rollout

The state’s second-largest school district is waiting for 13,000 student computing devices — three months after placing a $2.7 million order. Shifting into online learning is a tough job, even with a summer to prepare.

Boise starts the fall with virtual learning

Tech hiccups meant the district had to call more staff to its service center, but some parents said online learning got off to a relatively smooth start.

Boise students will start the school year at home

Trustees voted to teach virtually until Sept. 8, and possibly return to school in person if coronavirus case rates drop.

West Ada delays school year — and pushes for some face-to-face classes

The trustees of Idaho’s largest school district want to get students into the classroom for at least part of the school year — a push that, for now, runs counter to recommendations from local health officials.