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Nampa seeks public’s help on search
District leaders post online survey, convene focus groups with parents and taxpayers to maximize public input during superintendent search.
Big screens — and a gradual step
Interactive whiteboards are the centerpiece of a Moscow technology pilot.
Lawmakers plan another dive into data
A legislative interim committee — with a broad mission that encompasses all K-12 issues — will take a second look at computer systems designed to allow schools to track student performance.
K-12 budget increase drops to 5.4 percent
Thanks to a change in retirement benefit calculations, more than $7 million has been cut from the proposed FY15 school budget — all without cutting spending for education programs or funding.
Caldwell goes green for school resources
Under a new curbside recycling partnership, Republic Services will send $1 from Caldwell customers’ bills to a comprehensive go-on program that starts with preschool.
Committee discusses teacher licenses, pay
Members used their first meeting to review Task Force recommendations and begin studying licensure systems put in place in other states. They meet again Nov. 25 at the Statehouse.
New website offers news about new standards
Idahoans for Excellence in Education launched a website devoted to offering resources and information that supports the implementation of Idaho Core Standards.
Tis the season to be creative
Enter this year’s holiday card contest for a chance to display your artwork on the state’s greeting card.
In eastern Idaho, a collaborative iPad rollout
Teachers and students coach each other at Dayton’s Beutler Middle School.
Monday morning news roundup
First Idaho Ready and Literacy Summit planed; Idaho Falls prepares for opening of new elementary; committees with education ties set for Monday meetings at the Statehouse.