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State commission takes action against teachers for sexual misconduct, inappropriate relationships
One teacher’s certificate was permanently revoked, and two others were suspended.
West Ada surveys patrons about improving facilities
A survey sent to some 80,000 patrons gauges opinions on growth, overcrowding and what factors should determine renovations or the replacement of buildings at the elementary and secondary levels.
Campus news items: Researchers explore relationship between smoke and spuds
In other items, U.S. News and World Report issues its annual college rankings, and new Idaho State University scholarships are geared toward transfer students.
More rural districts transition to a four-day week in hopes of attracting teachers
The number has more than doubled in the last 10 years.
Sheriff: Grace High School students charged following alleged hazing incidents
One student faces misdemeanor charges of sexual batter and hazing, Caribou County Sherrif J Adam Mabey tells EdNews. Two other students each face a hazing charge.
State Department proposes changes to ESSA plan
Idaho has failed to meet any of the student achievement goals set in the plan since it was created in 2018.
Boise student, incumbents sworn in as school board trustees
“We’re the boots on the ground in the classroom,” the senior said of his fellow students. “We have the largest stake in our education.”
Nampa tables proposed process for reviewing challenged books
Trustees on Monday voted to hold off on a new procedure after realizing that they must first change a policy that oversees the district’s selection of library materials.
Idaho Gov. Brad Little signs letter opposing student loan forgiveness plan
“A high-cost degree is not the key to unlocking the American Dream — hard work and personal responsibility is,” the letter said.
Almost every Idaho teacher again deemed ‘proficient’ or better
Overall, 98.7% of Idaho’s K-12 teachers earned top marks on their annual performance evaluations in 2021-22, new state data shows.