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Eight is (more than enough): State Board puts dated rules on the chopping block
Without discussion, the State Board of Education redlined the rules — a small step in a larger process of reviewing more than 8,000 pages of regulations across state government.
Little announces new K-12 education task force
The panel includes prominent education advocates, educators, legislators, business leaders and parents.
Roundup: May school elections across Idaho
All told, 17 school districts are seeking about $53.9 million in bond issues and levies.
National think tank analyzes teacher prep programs
Idaho ranks high on testing but falls short on preparing teacher candidates for taking tests.
Five Idaho charters to each receive $800,000
The money is part of a $17.1 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education Federal Charter Schools Program.
Checking in: Idaho’s lowest-performing schools
The state recently approved turnaround plans for each that will guide improvement efforts.
Idaho bullying numbers high, and rising; school weapons reports mixed
Idaho defies several national trends, according to a new federal report on student behavior.
Idaho students to receive Presidential Scholar Medallion
Rigby High’s Megan Elizabeth Clements and Centennial High’s John Chen will be honored during a White House ceremony June 23.
Idaho Falls to gather more input on longterm facilities plan
Patrons can provide ideas at a “State Of Our Schools” meeting next Wednesday. It’s the second public meeting on the issue.
Rules reauthorization process underway
This week, state agencies are sending Gov. Brad Little a list of rules that could safely expire — and a couple of outdated education rules may wind up on the list.