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Judge says school, child care, extracurricular programs must give Idaho AG their documents
The ruling is a first after 2020 law that gives Idaho AG more authority over charities.
Amid red flags, state launches Empowering Parents grants review
Some of the federally funded grants may have been used to cover ineligible purchases — such as clothes, TVs, smart watches or household cleaning items. And it’s not clear whether the state can get its money back.
Analysis: To solve a student mental health crisis, we need to get serious about measuring it
The best anyone can do is cobble together some mismatched statistics that suggest the problem is getting worse — and quickly.
Bank teaches elementary kids how to save money
It’s never too early to begin teaching fiscal responsibility, according to Zions Bank.
Crosstown rivals will share school in show of unity after fire
Highland and Century students will take turns attending class in person for the rest of the school year.
Projects approved for Boise State and Idaho State
In other news, the State Board of Education shakes up its leadership team.
“It’s like sports but with books!”: A tournament where readers are the MVPs
The competition was a way to celebrate libraries, books, and the joy of reading.
‘Diversity statements’ banned from higher ed job market
In other State Board news Tuesday, a panel of University of Idaho students reflected Tuesday on their campus experience — and the deaths of four of their classmates.
BSU’s new center aims to uplift future engineers
Funded by a $585,000 multi-year Micron Foundation grant, Boise State’s College of Engineering hosted an open house this Tuesday.
Coeur d’Alene declares financial emergency, notifies four schools of possible closure
The district says it is facing staff layoffs and school closures if voters reject the proposed two-year, $50 million supplemental levy next month.