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Assessment Task Force gears up for likely new science test
When the Legislature approves new science standards, Idaho will need to develop or buy a test aligned to those standards.
Multi-million dollar grant to study safety in rural schools
A new study will look at implementation of positive school-wide changes, and the outcomes for students in Idaho.
Kerby reprimanded for violating state law and code of ethics
The lawmaker and former superintendent “willfully or deliberately” omitted teacher evaluation data, according to a state review panel.
State reprimands Sugar-Salem superintendent for altering data
“…Dunn misrepresented or deliberately omitted information regarding the evaluation of personnel…” a state agency ruled.
Business executives push for ‘higher ed CEO’
Seven business executives say the state could save untold millions of dollars by hiring a “higher ed CEO” to look for savings. Creating the CEO’s office could cost $2.5 million in 2018-19.
Jensen touts change in American Falls, reflects on schools chief run
The 32-year, highly decorated educator with greying hair discussed his plans for the rural and diverse Southeast Idaho district, and reminisced on minute details surrounding his 2014 run for state superintendent.
Ybarra unveils early childhood education proposal
Representatives from Achieve3000 pitched their digital learning tool called Smarty Ants to state education leaders.
Education news around Idaho
In this week’s briefs, a new charter school is under construction and STEM grants are available for educators.
State Board of Education spokesman resigns
Blake Youde will leave the State Board later this month to work as an independent contractor focusing on government relations work.
Idaho’s universities head into a year of turnover
Three Idaho colleges and universities need new presidents. While the state searches for applicants, what will happen to a series of recommendations to reshape the higher education system?