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Blaine County pilots $249 mobile devices

Blaine County schools are piloting a program using $249 netbooks to see if they can be a cheaper alternative to full laptops.

Nampa’s deficit grows by another $1.2 million

Already facing a $5.1 million deficit — and the prospect of cutting dozens of staff jobs — the Nampa School District has uncovered a $1.2 million accounting error dating back almost a decade.

TV is still king for the youngest learners

A researcher for the popular children’s show Sesame Street was in Boise on Tuesday to share her studies of digital learning.

Technology lessons on the move

Tour bus takes science, engineering, math and technology to students. The bus spends a full day in the school parking lot where kids can enjoy a hands-on learning environment.

Nampa board to discuss administrative cuts

Four full-time administrative jobs will be cut to help shave a $5.1 million deficit. Interim Superintendent Thomas Michaelson is still working on the details.

State releases technology pilot applications

Schools have until June 14 to submit proposals to the state.

High-poverty school seeks turnaround

Idaho Falls educators, in search of improvement, extend the school day, mandate uniforms and create leadership roles for students.

State and districts confront a data dilemma

The state is spending $2.5 million a year helping school districts collect and submit data. And this month, state officials are fanning out to offer training, encouragement — and a few apologetic words.