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Program officer takes Blue Cross Foundation’s role in education to a new level

The nonprofit organization was established in 2001 as a way for Blue Cross of Idaho to give back to the state.

Boise State has paid $1 million and counting to defend Big City lawsuit

The legal costs reached $989,458.55 through early August, according to public records released by the university.

A popular unknown: Shortening the school week expands across Idaho

This fall, about 100,000 Idaho kids will attend a four-day school. The impacts on student performance are unclear. The savings for taxpayers are limited.

A deep dive into four-day schools — and researchers found contradictions

The move to a four-day school schedule delivers a variety of benefits, supporters say. Researchers instead found a gap between perception and reality.

Charter tours highlight existing choices and give voice to parents

The tours come as talk of private school subsidies heats up ahead of the 2025 legislative session.

State revokes four teaching certificates

One teacher, who has already been convicted for violating state law, sent nude photos to students. Another had sexual conversations with an AI bot during class.

New survey seeks to understand teen vaping in Idaho

Input could provide deeper understanding and context to the issues.

Legislative committee looks to curb youth vaping

In 2021, nearly 18% of Idaho high school students said they used e-cigarettes.

State hires Genesee superintendent to support North Idaho educators

Wendy Moore was named director of the North Idaho Regional Support Center earlier this year.

School leaders will ask patrons for $244 million this November

Find out if your district has a measure on the ballot — and what it costs.