Idaho Falls School District

Idaho Falls shares high school redesign survey results

Respondents stressed a variety of concerns, from choosing an appropriate location for the school to what to do with the existing Idaho Falls High School.

Schools ride an attendance — and funding — roller coaster

The linchpin of the state’s K-12 funding formula is a school’s average daily attendance. And sometimes, a one-year blip can make a big difference.

Idaho Falls’ bond impact on taxpayers is too early to tell

Ever-changing interest rates and uncertain growth make it difficult to say how much patrons could pay if a looming $100 million bond passes.

Idaho Falls names contractor for new high school

Idaho Falls-based Bateman-Hall will build the new school, currently projected at $60 million.

Idaho Falls opts to build a new high school

The district originally planned on upgrading both Idaho Falls and Skyline high schools. However, further cost analysis and research prompted the board to opt for a rebuild, while sticking with plans to upgrade Skyline.

Idaho Falls debates benefits, costs of new community college

K-12 students would have more opportunities to gain college credits, but local taxpayers could face multiple bond measures.

East Idaho teacher ‘jumped off a cliff’ to start her own school

After 30 years in traditional schools, Michelle Ball launched a charter that focuses learning on ability instead of age.

East Idaho students rock the ‘mock’ vote on election day

Though most can’t vote in the general election, Skyline High students turn to their schools mock elections to let their voiced be heard.

Districts scale back fees, back-to-school supply lists

School districts can no longer collect class fees. That means officials are looking for ways to keep programs intact — and available to all students.

Idaho Falls pushes a new math focus

The district has adopted a new math curriculum and is partnering with a Regional Math Center to provide training for teachers and principals.