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Transfer of IT department went smoothly, says State Board director
Superintendent Ybarra argued in court that the move would be disruptive and prevent her from doing her job. She lost the challenge.
Blackfoot charter closed after 8 teachers exposed to COVID-19
The educators came in contact over the weekend with a person who tested positive for the disease.
Parents like it — or leave it — one month into Boise Online School
The Boise Online School got off to a hectic start. One month in, parents have mixed reviews.
Little says there is no issue using federal money to offset state holdbacks
Lt. Gov. Janice McGeachin previously questioned whether the spending was consistent with federal guidelines.
Furloughs and football: Boise State leaders discuss an uncertain fiscal future
Boise State has no plans for university-wide layoffs, associate vice president Shawn Miller said Thursday. Earlier this week, President Marlene Tromp said some job losses and operations cuts are inevitable.
Analysis: ‘The best we have for now.’ Reopening hinges on limited test numbers.
For months, state leaders have pushed for improved coronavirus testing. But as many Idaho schools reopen, these critical testing numbers are decreasing instead of increasing.
His ability to blend humor and financial acumen will be missed
Idaho’s longtime education finance chief will retire this week. Find out what he most remembers.
Caldwell’s gradually reopening school
This week all of Caldwell’s elementary students have been in school in small groups to take state reading assessments.
West Ada elementary students could return to full-time learning by the end of October
The district IT team continues to work through connectivity issues as students return to a blend of at-home and in-person learning.
McGeachin expresses concern over education funding proposal, then skips vote
The lieutenant governor posted a picture of herself driving to a political fundraiser Tuesday.