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Zoning denial throws Fruitland charter school’s expansion into question
The academy can appeal with the city council. However, waiting is not in the school’s best interest because funding commitments have an August deadline.
Nampa trustees pass policy limiting discussions on gender identity, sexual orientation
After around two hours of public testimony and discussion, the policy passed on a 3-1 vote.
Traditional storyteller brings Nez Perce culture to curriculum
About 60 educators attended Harry Slickpoo’s seasonal rounds presentation at the Nez Perce National Historical Park Visitor Center east of Lewiston.
Idaho interns flaunt Gen Z activism at Idaho Historical Society
Ten interns worked for several month to launch “We the Teens” at the museum.
International students face added barriers in life after college
“They want to work, they need to make money, and they need to send some of that money to their families in their home countries,” said C of I administrator McKay Cunningham. “They’re really frustrated with the suggestion that they can’t work like the domestic students can.”
Lawmakers grill Green on U of I-Phoenix purchase
Legislative budget-writers raised serious questions about the U of I’s closed-door negotiations with the University of Phoenix — and the potential financial risks from the $685 million megadeal.
After a razor-thin bond failure, Bonneville trustees look to August elections for a second chance
The back-to-back asks are a last resort to get a new elementary school.
Governor, superintendent announce new history resource for Idaho schools
The curriculum is for students in grades 8-12, and is meant to combat a decline in history and civics scores.
Analysis: Empowering Parents problems catch Little off-guard, inexplicably
At a pivotal point, Gov. Brad Little’s pet education microgrant program has problems. And the problems have been more or less lurking in plain sight.
Standards commission reprimands educators for contract violations
Two teachers received penalties, and a third consideration was delayed due to a report misfiling.