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K-12 enrollment rebounds, virtual schools see declines
Thousands of students returned to school this year, reversing last year’s pandemic-driven decline.
Will federal vaccine executive order apply to all university employees?
University officials are scrambling to figure out how many employees might need to be vaccinated. Eighteen states, including Idaho, have signed on to lawsuits opposing the Biden administration executive order — which applies to federal contractors, including universities.
Education news from around Idaho
The State Department of Education’s holiday card contest is back, Boise schools are taking nominations for a new trustee and the Idaho Education Association has a new website.
Election could swing balance of power on high-profile Treasure Valley school boards
Conservatives swept races for the West Ada and Nampa school boards, triggering likely shifts in policy and power.
Lt. Gov. McGeachin’s office decreases supplemental budget request for legal fees
State cuts check to cover Idaho Press Club’s costs, but it’s still not clear if McGeachin owes her own attorney fees.
Analysis: It was an unusual school election. Or is it the new normal?
Vows to oppose mask mandates and critical race theory resonated with many voters. But now it’s time for dozens of new board members to move out of election mode.
Districts receive new federal funding to help homeless youth
Districts and charters have access to millions this year to help homeless youth. Find out how your district is spending the money.
Conservatives see mixed results in politically charged school board election
A string of board shakeups are now on tap after a contentious election season. INSIDE: A list of statewide election-related results.
CDC signs off on COVID vaccine for younger children
Officials from the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare on Tuesday answered questions about the pediatric vaccine, and spoke about the importance of immunizing children as COVID case rates taper, but remain high.
Idaho’s universities will follow vaccine mandate — at least for now
That means some college and university employees and students could need to get COVID-19 vaccines in the next few weeks, while the state goes to federal court to challenge a presidential mandate.