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Tromp speaks on diversity flap
Boise State University’s president said in an interview Thursday the controversy was caused, in part, by context and confusion.
Remote mountain town rallies around new charter school
The school’s expected opening will follow thousands of dollars in donations, dozens of hours from volunteers and a local push to improve access to public education for kids in the highly rural community.
Education task force may call for expansion of career ladder
The 2019 task force may be about to double down on two recommendations from the 2013 task force.
Find out where your school ranks
Schools are ranked by composite values based on metrics selected by the State Department of Education.
Boise becomes home of the Brave
After hours of public testimony Monday night, one of Idaho’s oldest high schools changed its mascot.
Task Force weighs new school accountability system based on literacy
Under the plan, superintendents would be held accountable for literacy growth by their local school boards.
Idaho Education News, Idaho Statesman to partner on Latino education project
Our reporters will dive into data, listen to Latino communities and explore how the education system works — or doesn’t work — for Latino students.
Superintendent Ybarra’s schedule: Aug. 12-Aug. 15
Ybarra’s weekly schedule includes a task force meeting and a sit down with Gov. Brad Little.
North Gem names interim superintendent
Jonathan Braack, who last year took a break from education, has a one-year contract.
A showdown on Common Core? Hearings could center on standards
Hundreds of Idahoans asked for a say on school academic standards. Starting Aug. 19, they’ll get their wish.