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Superintendent’s defamation lawsuit against state leaders nears conclusion
The defendants are listed as the Public Charter School Commission, Alan Reed, Nils Peterson and Kirsten Pochop.
Despite financial and language barriers, Chief Joseph elementary is one of the best
The West Ada elementary school outperformed the state and district on standardized tests last year.
One lucky turtle: Staff rescue Jim the red-eared slider after school fire
He was one of at least six class pets saved last week.
Years in the works, CWI Boise campus plan hits a milestone
A 60,000-square-foot classroom building could be open by 2026 — and replace a hodgepodge of leased buildings in Boise.
“A rollercoaster of a tragedy”: Officials reflect on Friday’s fire and plan next steps
The fire was caused by electrical issues and ruled accidental, officials announced Monday.
Tuition and student fee decision on hold until May
Will Idaho’s college tuition freeze remain in place for the fourth straight year? Students and parents won’t get the answer this week.
Latinas who lead: breaking barriers in Idaho education
Idaho’s Latina students are vastly underrepresented in education leadership roles. The state’s few Latina leaders are striving to change that.
Pocatello’s Highland High goes up in flames
Idahoans statewide sent “an outpouring of support and goodwill.”
Analysis: Idahoans rallied against library bill, but the debate is far from over
Nearly 2,000 people emailed Gov. Brad Little in a two-week span, urging him to veto a controversial bill designed to stamp out “harmful” materials in libraries. Despite his veto, the issue is sure to come back in 2024, an election year for Idaho’s 105 legislators.
Matt Denis joins Idaho EdNews
He will live and work in Boise and focus his attention on Treasure Valley schools. He also will investigate statewide issues that impact teaching and learning.