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Idaho Falls’ $110 million bond issue failed. What’s next?
The district will likely float a replacement measure. It’s just unclear when — and for how much.
School funding formula committee to reconvene Monday
Committee members are expected to discuss their final recommendations for the Legislature, which reconvenes in January.
I.F. bond fails; measures pass in Teton County, Caldwell, Nampa
Voters approved $92.7 million in school bond issues and levies Tuesday. But the night’s big-ticket item went down to defeat: Idaho Falls’ $110 million bond issue.
Pocatello-Chubbuck emphasizes four-year learning plans
East Idaho’s largest district is an outlier when it comes to creating and annually reviewing four-year student-learning plans. How does it work? And how much is it helping?
Student enrollment levels off for first time in years
New SDE numbers show statewide enrollment grew by just 459 students, reaching 298,787.
Dutch Bros and STEM Action Center raise money for education camps
Effort raises more than $32,000 to send children to STEM workshops and camps.
At $194.7 million, Idaho’s supplemental levy bill keeps rising
During the recession, schools used the local levies to offset unprecedented state budget cuts. The state’s K-12 budget is rebounding, but districts are still relying on help from local taxpayers.
Who makes the most? Hint: It’s not the governor
More than 30 Idaho public school administrators make more than the state superintendent and the governor.
Trustees plan to protect their nonpartisan elections
The Idaho School Boards Association’s annual convention next week is when trustees build their legislative platform.
VanderSloot voices concerns over Idaho Falls bond issue
Idaho’s richest person says the $110 million bond issue will trigger a significant property tax increase. The district’s financial adviser questions Frank VanderSloot’s math.