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Bedke codes with kids for Computer Science Education Week
Idaho’s lieutenant governor visited Whittier Elementary as part of Hour of Code, an annual event meant to inspire students to learn programming.
Idaho groups aims to understand, address youth mental health issues
“We don’t have to be overwhelmed by this crisis. We can just start working on it,” said Communities for Youth director Megan Smith.
Did new school facilities funding lower property taxes? It depends
Some districts have leveraged the new funding into higher levies, but lawmakers are warning against that.
After a fire and an election loss, Pocatello school leaders consider running another bond
“We have one opportunity from this tragedy to do it right,” Trustee Deanna Judy said.
Analysis: Another high-stakes Idaho election is off to a spendy start
In 173 days, mainstream and hardline Republicans will square off for control of the Legislature. At its essence, this is a debate over the proper role of government, in education, infrastructure and tax policy.
Idaho Gov. Brad Little says state is well-prepared for uncertain economic future
Idaho’s top two statewide elected officials said Wednesday that the state is well-positioned to ride out economic uncertainty created by the collision of inflation and high interest rates with rapid growth officials are still taking stock of. Gov. Brad Little and Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke were among the speakers during the 77th annual Associated Taxpayers…
Commission releases names of finalists, but not their professional backgrounds
The director is a state employee compensated with taxpayer dollars. The position pays $108,000 to $118,500 annually, according to the job listing.
U.S. education secretary visits Boise schools to announce grant, discuss mental health
A roundtable discussion focused on the value of community school programs, which are set for a boost with the new grant funding.
Investigation: Garden Valley repeatedly violated federal special education law
Two families filed complaints, alleging their children were miseducated and mistreated. A state investigator agreed.
Idaho’s merit semifinalists announced
The nationwide pool of semifinalists represents less than one percent of all U.S. high school seniors. INSIDE: Find out who made it from Idaho.