IDAHO
This little-known group is issuing $1 billion in school facilities bonds. Here’s how
The Idaho State Building Authority has been working for months behind the scenes to sell the initial bond — its highest-value venture in 50 years.
Deputy superintendent to resign from state department
A news release didn’t mention a reason for Cantrell’s departure, but the superintendent offered a grateful send-off.
No stranger to change, Whitworth takes a high-profile (and changing) education post
From a Central Idaho ranch to Idaho State University to GOP politics to the state’s controller’s office. Joshua Whitworth’s circuitous career path has taken him to the top job at the State Board of Education.
Tune in at noon for a conversation with Boise’s new superintendent
Join moderator Kevin Richert of Idaho Education News as he sits down with Lisa Roberts to discuss her new role as Boise School District Superintendent. This episode is the second of three in the virtual Higher Ed Series. Richert talked to Dr. Robert Wagner, President of Idaho State University on Aug. 22, and the third…
EdNews hires Emma Epperly to cover education in North Idaho
She comes from The Spokesman-Review.
In its first year, program teaches Idaho, Montana youth how to backpack, clear trails
Selway Bitterroot Frank Church Foundation Youth Wilderness Program exposes next generation to nature
Labrador accuses education leaders of sowing ‘strife and conflict’ over new parental consent law
The attorney general sent a letter to state superintendent Debbie Critchfield offering guidance on a new law that requires parental consent for health treatment on minors.
What education could look like under the presidential candidates
See where they stand on a host of issues, including student mental health, special education and school choice.
Wilder celebrates opening of new ag building to house CTE programs
New potential classes include welding, woodworking, plumbing, animal sciences and horticulture.
Analysis: A hometown jury hands Boise State a resounding rebuke
For an institution as image-conscious as Boise State University, getting routed in open court is never a good look. Especially in this case — when jurors said administrators pushed Big City Coffee off campus in violation of the First Amendment.