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NIC cuts golf to start balancing athletics budget and retain accreditation
Elimination of the program affects 11 student-athletes.
Speaking to state leaders, Little predicts ‘a lot of good things’ from the feds
Idaho’s governor said he is expecting a quantum leap in the federal permitting and regulatory process. “We know what the headwinds are if you’re fighting the establishment in Washington, D.C.”
Lawmakers get their first look at proposed DEI restrictions
Two Republican lawmakers said they like the idea of making sure all students have access to support programs. But a Democratic lawmaker said the State Board proposal could cause some students to leave Idaho.
Boundary County plans to cut staff and extra activities if May levy fails
Without a bond, district leaders look at alternative options to replace a crumbling elementary.
North Idaho schools rely more heavily on levies than other parts of the state
Expensive housing, competitive wages and travel are contributing factors. INSIDE: See how much your district relies on levies.
Idaho’s supplemental levy bill rises, but the hit on property owners decreases
The reason: a 2023 property tax relief law is covering more than a fifth of the statewide supplemental levy bill.
He’s a gamer! Boise teacher recognized for his invention
Eric Olsen’s Flip 7 was named a finalist for Game of the Year and its getting rave reviews on Amazon.
West Ada enacts mandatory reporting of discrimination after parents speak out about racism
Parents lobbied for district-level reporting to find out how pervasive discrimination is in West Ada schools.
Boise State will forfeit a third volleyball match
“The decision to not continue to play in the 2024 Mountain West Volleyball Championship tournament was not an easy one,” Boise State’s statement read, in part.
Districts face rising costs for speech language pathologists
Telehealth services can cost double what districts pay to employ an SLP directly.