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Statehouse roundup, 2.7.23: Idaho Launch ignites dispute on Senate floor
In other news, district superintendents reported to lawmakers on the good — and bad — happening in their schools and communities.
Idaho universities ponder ways to absorb inflation costs, for now
In the short term, students should not expect to see any changes on campus, but the long-term outlook is not as clear.
Statehouse roundup, 2.6.23: Postsecondary incentives bill survives razor-thin House vote
After more than two hours of debate, the Idaho Launch bill passed on a 36-34 vote. In other news, a bill requiring financial literacy classes makes its debut.
Campus news items: Research alliance will focus on regional economic growth
In other news, Boise State University and the College of Eastern Idaho forge a cybersecurity partnership, and a retired teacher launches an Idaho State University scholarship for prospective educators.
Data Dive: Where at-risk students are thriving
Standardized test scores illuminate bright spots in the state where achievement gaps are closing.
State commission reprimands teachers for offensive comments, physical altercation
The commission revoked and suspended eight educators’ licenses for a range of violations.
Records show powerful, wealthy funders outside Idaho back school choice campaign
“This is a typical distraction from the issue at hand — to improve educational outcomes for children,” Cargill told the Idaho Capital Sun via email.
Statehouse roundup, 2.2.23: School choice debate continues; Yamamoto pushes facilities issue
“We contend very strongly that Idaho has a lot of school choice,” Greg Wilson, state superintendent Debbie Critchfield’s chief of staff, said Thursday.
Statehouse roundup, 2.1.23: Critchfield makes her pitch for CTE funding
The state superintendent is at the Statehouse Wednesday, urging lawmakers to build up career-technical infrastructure at the K-12 level.
Governor touts family grants as solution for school choice
But as Idaho leaders push to make the Empowering Parents grant program permanent, the initiative still has first-year problems to iron out.