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Interested to see how much Idaho candidates have raised? Here’s how to find out.

Campaign finance is public information – and a way to see who is influencing Idaho politics in the 2024 election.

This little-known group is issuing $1 billion in school facilities bonds. Here’s how

The Idaho State Building Authority has been working for months behind the scenes to sell the initial bond — its highest-value venture in 50 years.

Deputy superintendent to resign from state department

A news release didn’t mention a reason for Cantrell’s departure, but the superintendent offered a grateful send-off. 

No stranger to change, Whitworth takes a high-profile (and changing) education post

From a Central Idaho ranch to Idaho State University to GOP politics to the state’s controller’s office. Joshua Whitworth’s circuitous career path has taken him to the top job at the State Board of Education.

Tune in at noon for a conversation with Boise’s new superintendent

Join moderator Kevin Richert of Idaho Education News as he sits down with Lisa Roberts to discuss her new role as Boise School District Superintendent. This episode is the second of three in the virtual Higher Ed Series. Richert talked to Dr. Robert Wagner, President of Idaho State University on Aug. 22, and the third…

In its first year, program teaches Idaho, Montana youth how to backpack, clear trails

Selway Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation Youth Wilderness Program exposes next generation to nature

Labrador accuses education leaders of sowing ‘strife and conflict’ over new parental consent law

The attorney general sent a letter to state superintendent Debbie Critchfield offering guidance on a new law that requires parental consent for health treatment on minors.

What education could look like under the presidential candidates

See where they stand on a host of issues, including student mental health, special education and school choice.

Wilder celebrates opening of new ag building to house CTE programs

New potential classes include welding, woodworking, plumbing, animal sciences and horticulture.