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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.
Analysis: Lawmakers agree to spend another $410 million … somewhere
Gov. Brad Little and the Legislature signed off on big education funding increases — without a plan for spending the money. A new cadre of legislators will go a long way toward setting the narrative — and spending the money.
Campus news items: Idaho State awards scholarships to all of its education students
In other items, Boise State University releases details about its record research year, and the University of Idaho announces a new robotics laboratory.
Apply now for Empowering Parents grants
The $50 million pot of money is intended to help Idahoans cover educational costs for their children.
Nampa to consider new process for removing books
The proposal follows weeks of discussion after trustees in June called for a new policy to guide future complaints.
Reclaim Idaho organizers pull Quality Education Act from November ballot
Sponsors of the education funding initiative removed it because of a law legislators passed during the recent special session.
Rural teacher incentive program will take applications by the end of September
Up to 500 teachers will be awarded $12,000 over four years.
Math and reading scores plummet on national test, erasing 20 years of progress
Put another way: It’s as if 9-year-olds were performing at the same level in math as 9-year-olds did back in 1999, and at the same reading level as in 2004.