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Troubled SBAC grading job carries $3 million price tag

Despite delayed results, the state says it will not seek penalties from its test vendors.

State Board names new executive director

Deputy Director and Chief Fiscal Officer Matt Freeman is set to succeed outgoing Executive Director Mike Rush. Freeman’s first day in the new position is June 29.

Education department to audit teacher evaluations

Tim Corder says state officials may recommend replacing evaluations as an accountability tool connected to teacher pay and the Legislature’s career ladder.

Caldwell board appoints a new superintendent

Jodie Mills takes the place of Tom Rosandick, whose contract was changed during a special meeting on Monday.

Bonneville recount concludes same result

The district lost a bond election by 17 votes a following a seven-hour vote recount on Monday. The result was the same in June as it was at the May election.

State Board considers pre-accepting students to college

The proposed “direct admissions” policy is aimed at attracting more students to Idaho’s state colleges and universities.

Statewide book drive helps low-income kids

Thousands of children’s books are expected to be donated this week across Idaho. United Way of the Treasure Valley is hosting a first-ever, statewide children’s book drive to help low-income kids and reduce summer learning loss. Hundreds of Treasure Valley organizations are rallying June 15-19 and taking action, giving books to local children who need…

Educators take part in Edcamp movement

Educators from across the state gathered on Friday in Boise to participate in Edcamp Idaho. More than 120 people took part in the unconference where educators exchanged ideas about new ways to teach in the classroom. Unlike a traditional conference which schedules are set and presentations are done, Edcamp Idaho is the opposite. Breakout sessions are…