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Emmett superintendent steps down

Wayne Rush’s departure became a matter of public record Wednesday. But the board and the superintendent signed a separation agreement a week ago — in a move that may have violated the state’s Open Meetings Law.

Bonneville to increase $39.5 million bond issue

The district’s maintenance and operations director says the plan to build a new elementary school and fund other structural upgrades will likely cost millions of dollars more than previously anticipated.

Financial concerns continue for four charter schools

The Idaho Public Charter School Commission believes the schools may not remain financially sound, but officials say they can’t close the schools and there are only limited resources to protect taxpayers.

Former Shelley principal used school funds for personal purchases

Eric Lords could be stripped of his Idaho administrator’s license after admitting that he used school credit and debit cards to buy a range of personal items.

State economist: A recession is no foregone conclusion, but it’s a possibility

Members of Gov. Brad Little’s K-12 task force received a mixed message Wednesday. There’s a 30 percent chance of a recession within the next three years — but it would not be as severe as the Great Recession, which led to unprecedented K-12 budget cuts.

‘Bad behavior continues to be rewarded;’ outgoing Middleton superintendent rips adversaries

Josh Middleton said unnamed political foes made it impossible for him to work with trustees and address the Canyon County district’s needs.

Turmoil in Blaine County: Critics seek Holmes’ ouster

Critics say Superintendent GwenCarol Holmes has neutralized the school board, while surrounding herself with “yes people” and a “lickspittle battalion of principals.” Holmes says she has no intention of stepping down.

Canyon County’s education consortium celebrates 50 years of service

What was a financial gamble in 1969, the Canyon-Owyhee School Service Agency has provided 50 years of special education, CTE and alternative education for students in Homedale, Marsing, Notus, Parma and Wilder.