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Tuition freeze continues — but gets a chilly response from one student leader

The State Board of Education made good on its plans to freeze undergraduate, in-state tuition for a third straight year. But Boise State University’s student body president says the freeze sets up future students for a big increase down the road.

Pocatello-Chubbuck adopts full-day kindergarten

The district plans to get more information to parents in the coming days, and to keep a part-time option in place.

Boise, West Ada gauge interest in half-day kindergarten

As the state’s two largest districts plan to expand all-day kindergarten, they also want to hear from parents who prefer a half-day option.

NIC receives 59 applicants for president’s job

Finalists could come to the North Idaho College campus for interviews in June.

Despite a cash influx, smaller schools cite headwinds for full-day kindergarten

Several leaders across Idaho say they are hesitant to bounce from half-day kinder because of concerns over funding, staffing and space.

‘Pencils down!’: Find out what standardized tests are on tap ahead of summer break

Spring testing season is upon us. Here are a few things to know.

Lt. Gov. McGeachin tells state to withhold her salary to avoid deficit, but questions remain

She is running for governor in the May 17 Republican primary election, challenging incumbent Gov. Brad Little and a field of six other GOP hopefuls.

Analysis: Elections have consequences, and NIC is facing them

A fractured and feuding group of elected trustees has left North Idaho College in crisis — which could affect accreditation, enrollment and charitable donations. Now, the State Board of Education will reshape the board.

A polarizing presence, at the center of NIC’s dysfunction

Board chairman Todd Banducci led the charge to fire North Idaho College’s president, and promote its wrestling coach as an interim successor. In a January 2021 email, Banducci railed about a liberal “deep state” at NIC.