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Democrats’ bills have bipartisan support
The Democrats’ four bills, created from the work of the governor’s task force on education, represent a huge step forward, Republican state Superintendent Tom Luna said.
Idahoans speak out on lands transfer
Testimony was sharply divided during a Wednesday public hearing.
Balukoff jumps into governor’s race
The 16-year Boise School Board veteran is running on the Democratic Party ticket. “I’m running for Idaho because I believe Idaho can do better.”
Public lands: a chance to speak out
On Wednesday, legislators will take public comments on the idea of turning over federal lands to the state. Supporters say this move would boost Idaho’s public schools endowment, but critics are skeptical.
Carey students send cards to the White House
Blaine County kids join thousands of others to remind national leaders that an Idahoan is still a prisoner of war held by the Taliban.
Monday morning news roundup
Catch up on the latest about a state scholarship for students, awards given to Treasure Valley teachers, students to speak with a former president and more voice support for Idaho Core Standards.
Otter seeks Board of Ed applicants
Idahoans may apply to Gov. Butch Otter”s office through Dec. 9 to fill a seat on the State Board of Education. The open seat does not expire until 2018.
Twin Falls picks canyon jump partner
The Twin Falls City Council will negotiate with Texas stuntman “Big Ed” Beckley on an event that could yield upwards of $1 million for Idaho schools.
Teacher licensure committee seeks data
After reviewing licensure systems from North Carolina, Ohio and Maryland, a committee of Idaho education stakeholders decides it needs to find hard data before moving forward.
Super search is a critical task for trustees
School board members should not underestimate the difficulty or expense involved in replacing their superintendent — the person who serves as the public face and CEO of the local school system.