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Otter signs K-12 budgets
The seven bills match Gov. Butch Otter’s bottom-line request from January: K-12 spending will increase by $101 million.
The 2015 session: What passed, and what it means
What can teachers, parents and students expect from the just-completed 2015 legislative session? Here’s a rundown.
Statehouse roundup, 4.10-11.15: Legislature adjourns
The Senate passed a bill creating a committee charged with issuing recommendations for school broadband, but the spotlight shined brightest on a joint committee looking at transportation issues.
Madison changes course, and will administer ISAT
The Eastern Idaho district’s plan to abandon the new Common Core-aligned exam had drawn criticism from state officials.
ISAT report card: Opt-outs scarce, glitches are minimal
Eastern Idaho’s Madison County District is opting out of the new Common Core-aligned assessments — but that appears to be an isolated protest.
Statehouse roundup, 4.9.15: Lawmakers want say on broadband
An interim committee” will give lawmakers a chance to weigh in on another statewide broadband contract — and whether one is needed.
Educators honored for mentoring
21 teachers and counselors were named Mentors of the Year by Boise State University’s College of Education during a celebration dinner Tuesday night.
Garden Valley superintendent resigns
Marc Gee steps down after just one year on the job to accept the top position with the Preston School District.
Statehouse roundup, 4.8.2015
House and Senate education committees meet for what could be the final time this year.
House quickly approves 7.4 percent increase in school funding
Lawmakers — once again — approve $101million increase in school funding without any debate. The seven budget bills now head to Gov. Butch Otter for final consideration.