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What happened, or didn’t: Wrapping up the chaotic 2024 session
Here’s a recap of all things education after a 94-day legislative session. Hint: It was a blockbuster for education spending.
Governor signs library bill, school facilities ‘trailer’ as session adjourns
Libraries hosting material considered “harmful” to minors could face a $250 statutory fine.
North Gem’s next superintendent lacks some required qualifications
The news comes after Branden Durst was denied a superintendency at West Bonner due to missing qualifications.
State investigations: Districts continue to violate federal special education law
That’s been the case in at least five school districts since January.
Spring student headcounts increase — with one exception
The lone outlier: North Idaho College, which is struggling to attract and retain students while scrambling to maintain its accreditation.
Charter superintendent’s defamation case nears settlement
Defendants are listed as the Idaho Public Charter School Commission, Alan Reed, Nils Peterson and Kirsten Pochop.
Little signs pronouns bill
The bill bars teachers from referring to a student by a name or pronoun that doesn’t align with their birth sex, unless the teacher has parental consent.
Tasty community cafe gives West Ada culinary students real-world experience
Renaissance High is a hub for CTE classes in West Ada. The district has over 20 options for students looking for skills-based programs.
Nampa trustees will vote on four-day week, potentially embracing ‘magnitude of change’
The move to four days would come at the same time as school closures and redrawn boundaries.
State revokes certifications for three convicted teachers
The PSC’s executive committee review 12 educator cases for probable cause determinations.