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GOP passes ‘gutted’ Common Core language

The state’s Central Committee opposes “the collection of personal student data for any non-educational purpose.” But Republicans take no position on the controversial Common Core standards themselves

Technology grants: 81 schools seek money

The state has applications for $19.5 million in pilots. State officials plan to winnow the field, and award the $3 million in grants by July 1.

500 teachers prepare for STEM training

Teachers across the state will participate in expense-paid intensive professional development programs dedicated to science, technology, engineering and math.

Nampa union rejects furlough proposal

Questioning the Nampa School District’s math — which projects a $3.5 million shortfall for 2013-14 — the teachers’ union said there is no need for 14 unpaid furlough days and instead, teachers deserve a pay raise.

The new faces on the K-12 interim committee

Meet Sen. Fred Martin and Rep. Holli Woodings, two first-year lawmakers who will serve this summer on a legislative committee studying education issues.

Technology pilot application deadline is 6-14

Idaho schools have until Friday night to turn in their application for a share of $3 million in technology pilot programs.

Nampa expands superintendent search

District to kick off nationwide search in August, hopes to have replacement superintendent on the job one year from now.

Nearly $22 million devoted to Idaho Core training

Teaching to these new standards will be required this fall. The state sent a memo to all district leaders detailing the millions available for professional development.

Doug Park elected trustee for Boise schools

Ten candidates gave statements about how they would best serve Boise’s children. The board members voted four different times before reaching a majority.