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Department of Education gets rebrand. Here’s what it cost
The previous logo was more than 50 years old.
Little touts results of outside Empowering Parents audit
The audit, ordered by the governor, pinpointed less than $41,000 in improper purchases, a small fraction of the $50 million of the federal funding that went into the program.
Classical education charter gains state approval for 2025 opening
North Idaho Classical Academy near Bonner’s Ferry will immerse students in American civics and emphasize character development.
Revamping the IRI: Stakeholders chime in on state reading test
It would be the first major change to the exam since 2016.
Charter renewals could be extended to 12-year terms
The public charter commission endorsed draft legislation that makes five substantive changes to Idaho Code
West Ada pulls 10 books from library shelves; considers removing dozens
Florida parents’ book ratings drove district leaders to review the books.
Idaho school property tax collections down 18%
Find out how much your school district will collect this year.
Idaho’s charter school movement squashed fears, filled needs and created alternatives
After 25 years in the making, public charter schools serve 30,000 students and 11,000 more wait to attend.
Moscow Charter School: where it all began
The school started with 31 students back in 1998. Today, the K-8 school has 193 students enrolled and continues its mission of a culture of support in a small-school environment.
U of I schedules demolition of off-campus murder scene
The demolition is scheduled for Dec. 28, nearly a year to the day after former Washington State University student Bryan Kohberger was arrested in connection with the grisly slayings.