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Idaho Ed Trends

We launched a feature on our website called Idaho Ed Trends. The goal of Idaho Ed Trends is to translate education data into an accessible, user-friendly format. Education data in Idaho can be difficult to find and interpret, which is why we devoted time to creating this resource. Data used in Idaho Ed Trends is…

Weekly education news from the Statehouse

Catch up on all the legislative action for the week — from teacher leadership awards and strategic planning to ag programs and P.E. rules.

No progress, yet, on broadband budget

Lawmakers and the Otter administration are trying to sort out the $14.45 million Idaho Education Network budget puzzle. A meeting Thursday did not yield a consensus.

Legislative news roundup: Wednesday, Feb. 19

The House Education Committee introduces a proposal that would change the way Idaho spends cigarette tax money — and the Senate OK’s a $604,000 ag program initiative.

Lessons from Idaho’s teacher of the year

Jamie Esler shares a success story with lawmakers — and delivers a challenge.

Horseshoe Bend superintendent resigns

The school board members voted to accept the resignation of Vickie Renfro and name the retired Wilder School District superintendent as interim leader.

Students bring tech pilots to life

Students from three Idaho schools demonstrated how they are sharing $3 million in state funding to test technology devices in their classrooms.

Melba leader joins superintendent race

Andy Grover, the superintendent for the Melba School District, said it’s time the state is run by someone with a background in education leadership. Also inside is a roundup of candidates.

Education news roundup: Tuesday, Feb. 18

Rep. Wendy Horman has drafted a bill designed to satisfy education task force recommendations for strategic planning for school districts, and training for administrators and school boards.

School safety study reveals challenges

Members of a school safety task force studied 74 of Idaho’s 730 public schools and found wide variances in security and safety planning and responsibility.