IDAHO
Two new West Ada schools open today
New elementary and middle schools will accommodate 1,315 students. The schools were equipped with the latest technology and modern learning designs.
ENA files lawsuit over Idaho Education Network payments
The broadband vendor is seeking unspecified back payments — and legal cover in a rapidly escalating battle with Attorney General Lawrence Wasden.
State investments failed to increase math scores
Students’ proficiency in math has dropped over the last seven years despite Idaho spending $135 million on a math initiative and teacher training.
Districts scale back fees, back-to-school supply lists
School districts can no longer collect class fees. That means officials are looking for ways to keep programs intact — and available to all students.
‘This district is self-renewing:’ West Ada prepares for new year
Mary Ann Ranells launches her first full year as superintendent by urging West Ada staffers to keep their focus on 37,000 students. “We will make it easier for them to succeed than it is to fail.”
State seeks input for new school accountability model
A series of public forums will take place in September and October as state officials continue to develop their accountability model.
Idaho families take advantage of college savings program
Parents share their stories about how years of savings with tax benefits can offer better experiences for their children.
Free school supplies benefit 12,500 students
Assistance League of Boise members purchased $77,000 worth of school supplies, an effort to help kids in need.
Randy Jensen’s glad to be home
The highly decorated American Falls principal is calling it quits to state-level politics two years after his loss to Sherri Ybarra in the GOP primary.
Vallivue set to open new high school
Ridgevue High will solve the district’s overcrowding problem. With the new facility, comes a new mascot, teachers, colors and culture.