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Biden administration tells states no in requests to cancel testing
But the U.S. Department of Education approved Colorado’s request to effectively cut testing in half — offering a path for other states that want to reduce the burden of exams this year.
They’re back! Most Idaho schools open their doors
All five of Idaho’s largest school districts will be running an in-person model of education by the end of the month.
Education news from around Idaho
Teacher nominations are open, as well as grant money being distributed and a new website that helps students find pathways to their career of choice.
SDE names new communications director
Mary McFarland, a former Eagle City Council member and business owner, will take over the post.
Analysis: An unprecedented legislative session will come to an unpredictable finish
No one seems to know what to expect when lawmakers return to Boise in April. But important — and even historic — education legislation hangs in the balance.
Breaking the glass ceiling: Karen Echeverria’s path to prominence
With some luck, years of experiences and forging relationships with the right people, she compensated for a lack of higher education to land the job as ISBA’s executive director in 2007 — all while supporting her children.
Campus coronavirus roundup, 3.22.21: A surprising decrease in cases at BYU-Idaho
Last week, the New York Times identified Rexburg as a national coronavirus hotspot.
Students organize vigil against anti-Asian racism
The vigil was to talk about anti-Asian discrimination around the country. One state representative says the problem is “already here.”
Amid COVID outbreak, Legislature calls a historic 18-day recess
The Legislature plans to reconvene on April 6. The news comes after at least six House members tested positive for coronavirus in the past week.
CDC shortens social-distancing guidance to 3 feet for students in school
The change from 6 feet to 3 feet offers some relief to educators as Idaho’s large districts plan to return fully in-person after Spring Break.