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Incumbent trustees face plenty of contested races across the state
In West Bonner, three incumbent trustees will face opponents in bids to retain their seats on a school board that’s experienced controversy this summer.
Reading scores for thousands of Idaho students found to be inaccurate
Despite the reporting delay and inaccurate datasets, the Dallas-based company Istation is set to receive $723,570 for its one-year contract.
Nampa names library employee as new trustee
Trustees said his experience navigating controversial conversations could be a benefit to the board.
Boise school board selects new trustee
Find out who will be sworn in at the district’s Sept. 11 board meeting.
State Board’s deadline to fix violations forces West Bonner board into action
Trustees gave superintendent Branden Durst until Aug. 31 to apply for his emergency provisional certificate.
Charter school demand continues to outpace charter growth
The more than 10,700 students on waitlists don’t include anticipated demand from communities without a charter school.
Grant applications to expand CTE programs surpass $22 million
Most are from rural and remote schools, just what state superintendent Debbie Critchfield wanted to see happen.
Boise school board narrows trustee candidate options
The four applicants will participate in interviews on Aug. 29.
Innovative early literacy program transforms the lives of immigrant children
“Students in this program exit with a new confidence about their ability to succeed in schools.”
Vallivue board approves plans for its $78 million bond
The money will allow the district to add two new elementary schools and improve existing buildings and security measures.