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Boise sets date to decide on in-person vs. online learning
Trustees they’ll make the call on Aug. 3, after they take public feedback.
Here’s what other states are doing to reopen schools next month
Some are mandating masks. Others are postponing sports. Find out what’s happening around the country.
Little on school reopenings: ‘I think the answer is, it depends.’
Coronavirus cases are rising in several Idaho hotspots, and Gov. Brad Little says schools in those communities might not be able to reopen safely.
Pocatello-Chubbuck mandates masks for students and teachers
Trustees on Tuesday approved the requirement as an amendment to the district’s broader reopening plan.
Our kids are ready to be back in school. We’re struggling with our options.
Questions linger. Like many of you, we’re gearing up for another round of tough choices this fall.
Caldwell delays start to school year, shifts to blended learning because of coronavirus
Students will now return on either Aug. 27 or 28, depending on their age and assigned blended learning groups.
Coronavirus roundup: Lawmakers look at reopening issues, skeptics grill Little
Several callers to an AARP Idaho town hall teleconference Tuesday questioned the severity of the coronavirus. Gov. Brad Little said the virus casts a cloud over rebuilding business and reopening schools.
Disciplined superintendent demoted to interim role, promised new position
Marvin Hansen will receive his normal annual salary of $108,973 until trustees replace him — at which point he can step into a newly created position with lower pay.
Lewiston plans policy changes following community anti-racism campaign
New equity-oriented policies could be introduced in Idaho’s oldest district.
State questions security of Reclaim Idaho online signature gathering effort
Reclaim Idaho says it gathered more than 5,000 signatures last week for its initiative to raise $200 million in new taxes for K-12. The state’s attorneys say the online petition process is susceptible to fraud and abuse.