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Critchfield announces transition team

The 22-member group will aid the superintendent-elect as she prepares to take over for Sherri Ybarra in January.

National organizations call for doctors to regularly screen adolescents for mental health issues

In the past, pediatricians just paid attention to physical wellbeing. The change speaks to the increasing need for mental healthcare.

Hundreds of teachers have already applied for rural/underserved grants

The $12K grants can be used for degrees, loan repayment, and certifications

Trustees adopt all 14 legislative resolutions at convention

One proposal, which calls on the Legislature to boost funding for classified staff, passed with unanimous support. INSIDE: Details about every resolution.

Lawmakers look to drill down on school building options

A legislative working group is likely to meet again in a couple of weeks — probably early the week of Thanksgiving — in hopes of narrowing down ideas for the 2023 legislative session.

Critchfield names two top aides

Former gubernatorial aide Greg Wilson will serve as superintendent-elect Debbie Critchfield’s chief of staff, and Idaho school administrator Ryan Cantrell will serve as deputy state superintendent.

‘Be open and receptive,’ school leaders give advice to new superintendent

After winning her election by a landslide Tuesday, Debbie Critchfield is poised to become the next leader of Idaho schools.

Analysis: Breaking down another red election night in Idaho

Idaho Republicans won big Tuesday night, and without suspense. But that doesn’t mean the results were boring.

Election final: Critchfield talks about her future leading schools; more statewide results

INSIDE: Updated results from other key races, from governor to Legislature to community college trustees.

Big money in the CWI races, and more news from the sunshine reports

A newly formed PAC supporting incumbent College of Western Idaho trustees has raised at least $88,000 since Oct. 21.