Idaho Education Network
Otter’s broadband budget: It’s actually $10.5 million
In a January budget briefing, Gov. Butch Otter’s staff outlined two Idaho Education Network budget line items totaling $7.3 million.
Goedde: Broadband network faces potential shutdown
If the state doesn’t come up with $1.6 million, according to an aide to Gov. Butch Otter, the Idaho Education Network could go dark by Feb. 22.
Video: an in-depth look at the broadband crisis
Idaho Education News and KIVI and KNIN joined forces to take an in-depth look at the Idaho Education Network.
Idaho’s convoluted broadband crisis, explained
It’s been a long, tumultuous year for the Idaho Education Network. If you’re confused or just catching up, here’s the history.
State seeking a short-term broadband contract
State officials hope the short-term deal will restore federal funding for the Idaho Education Network.
In Mullan, a possible broadband funding glitch
The state is encouraging districts to apply for their own broadband dollars — but that may not be so simple.
Idaho’s patchwork web of online learning
Some districts have fully embraced the online learning opportunities of the Idaho Education Network — but many districts have not.
CEO: Syringa will respond to broadband contract rebid
The state wants contractors to suggest how to rewrite the Idaho Education Network contract — a ‘great first step,’ according to Syringa CEO Greg Lowe.
Broadband mess gets Education Week’s attention
The extended article was posted online Tuesday and will appear in Education Week’s Wednesday print edition.
‘We needed to reach:’ Otter discusses his K-12 budget
Gov. Butch Otter discusses education issues at length — in his first extended interview of the 2015 legislative session.