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Two rural Idaho districts to run bond issues Tuesday

Homedale is seeking $14 million, West Jefferson is seeking $1.5 million.

State Board report highlights consequences of 9th grade GPA drop during the pandemic

New data shows that students of color and English language learners were disproportionally impacted by disruptions to in-person learning — and saw bigger GPA drops if schools moved online.

Analysis: A $30 million testing plan won’t erase schools’ COVID-19 challenges

Because the testing program is voluntary, it won’t do any good in some schools. And even where the tests take place, parents might not get data they can use to make informed decisions about their kids’ health and safety.

Thousands of West Ada parents line up to opt their children out of masking

A line extended around the building early Wednesday afternoon. Parents said it was a minor inconvenience.

Leaders contemplate mask mandates as school year begins

At least 13 Idaho districts and charters are requiring masks. West Ada decided to require staff to wear masks and students can opt out with a parent’s permission.

‘People have to choose to do the right thing:’ In AARP call, Little pushes for vaccinations

Rising vaccination numbers could be a linchpin to keeping schools in session this fall, Gov. Brad Little said again Tuesday. Meanwhile, federal money for K-12 coronavirus testing could be on its way shortly.

Idaho Supreme Court says new ballot initiative law violates state constitution

The court blocked Senate Bill 1110 from taking effect.

Women administrators “have to work longer, harder and smarter” to get equal pay

Women school district superintendents in Idaho attain higher levels of education and work more days than their male counterparts, according to a recent study.

Fundraising for 2022: Little, Critchfield build big early advantages

Debbie Critchfield — who is stepping down from the State Board of Education next week — has already raised at least $92,000 for the state superintendent’s race, far outpacing incumbent Sherri Ybarra and Republican Branden Durst.