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Idaho Falls plans for major structural upgrades

Two high schools and three elementary schools need facilities changes. Patrons would have to approve a bond, likely to go before voters in November.

District 22 Senate, Den Hartog vs. Porter

This Ada County Senate race is a rematch of 2014’s Republican primary, which Den Hartog won 53.5 percent to 46.5 percent.

Broadband snafu could cost districts nearly $2 million

Fifty-seven districts and charters could be on the hook, stemming back to purchases from 2013 and 2014. In the Pocatello School District, for example, nearly $350,000 in payments are in limbo.

District 15 House Seat B, Beck vs. McDonald

A former state senator is challenging House Education Committee member Rep. Patrick McDonald in this Boise legislative race.

Kids can do anything, or nothing at a school with few rules

Self-motivation is the natural result for students attending a school that requires them to fill there own day with their own chosen activities.

West Ada, Clark reach $160,000 settlement

The settlement resolves all legal claims stemming from Linda Clark’s abrupt Oct. 23 resignation. The $160,000 will not come from the district’s insurance carrier.

District 30 House Seat B, Neal vs. Horman

An Idaho Falls attorney is challenging Rep. Wendy Horman for her seat in the Idaho House.

Education news briefs from around Idaho

Two teachers receive awards, students to launch their own high school and unique competitions to be held this week.

Join our Friday conversation on politics and education

Idaho Education News is hosting a panel discussion in partnership with the Boise Metro Chamber and the Idaho School Boards Association. The event features experts in education and politics — and free donuts and coffee.