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Reviewers found ‘frustration’ with Schoolnet
Still, addressing the glitches makes more sense than starting over with a new system, according to a third party that reviewed the Schoolnet pilot earlier this year.
K-12 committee enters Schoolnet debate
After staging three meetings, the Legislature’s interim education committee adjourns for good without calling any votes or making any recommendations.
Durst skips final interim committee meeting
Sen. Branden Durst, who is splitting time between Boise and Washington state, left word he had a business meeting to attend and likely would not be with the committee on Tuesday.
Trustees to debate education issues
School safety, new standards and voluntary training for trustees are just some of the topics on the agenda for the annual school boards convention in Coeur d’Alene.
Schoolnet grant will be linked to results
The J.A. and Kathryn Albertson Foundation says it will link the final $4.5 million in Schoolnet grants to progress on “measurable benchmarks.”
State Board OKs P.E., STEM rules
When lawmakers convene in January, they will have final say on the two proposed rules.
Quarles pulled from overseas trip
An internal policy forbids State Department of Education employees from traveling internationally.
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.