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College of Idaho’s ‘unconventional’ co-presidents focused on sustainability
“The business model isn’t working, so we have to make some tough decisions,” Co-President Jim Everett told the City Club of Boise on Monday.
Education news around Idaho
In this week’s briefs a Nampa school received free oatmeal for families, Carolyn Holly will join Idaho Business for Education and five schools are finalist in a national competition.
Idaho’s K-12 enrollment grows
The State Department of Education’s latest statewide fall enrollment is 306,242, up 1.3 percent from last year.
After-school program focuses on next-generation leaders
Everyday Leadership is hosted at six Boise schools and targets low-income students.
Wilson outraised Ybarra in superintendent’s race
More than $425,000 in third-party spending backed the Democratic candidate’s unsuccessful run.
Clow named new chairman of House Education Committee
The Twin Falls Republican has served on the education committee for the past six years.
Boise trustees hope to hire new superintendent within two weeks
One day after Don Coberly’s retirement plans went public, the board put the job search on the fast track. In essence, deputy superintendent Coby Dennis is the sole applicant for the job.
Vendor claims state’s purchasing process was flawed
The Department of Administration denied Silverback’s request for administrative review, but the contract has not yet been awarded.
Senate names new committee chairs
Leadership is waiting until Friday to announce the new chair of the House Education Committee.
Boise superintendent to retire
Don Coberly has worked in Boise schools for more than 30 years. Trustees will meet Thursday to discuss a “succession plan.”