State Department of Education
2014 session: the candidates weigh in
The five candidates to succeed Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Luna sharply disagree about the just-completed legislative session.
State education officials hitting the road
The Education Department’s annual post-legislative tour will focus on issues ranging from teacher leadership premiums to broadband and WiFi systems.
Melba leader joins superintendent race
Andy Grover, the superintendent for the Melba School District, said it’s time the state is run by someone with a background in education leadership. Also inside is a roundup of candidates.
New candidate enters superintendent’s race
Sherri Ybarra, a 17-year educator from Mountain Home, is jumping into what is (for now) a three-way May 20 Republican primary. One of her campaign platforms: not overtesting Idaho students.
Senators chew over Schoolnet project
The state has made progress on fixing problems with a multimillion-dollar student information system, an Education Department official said Tuesday. But senators still have questions about its long-range future.
Luna will not replace chief deputy
The Education Department will parcel out several responsibilities — including managing the rollout of the Schoolnet instructional management system.
Gooding educator considering super race
Gooding’s Heather Williams said she would like to run for state superintendent but before declaring, is weighing all of her options.
Analyzing the wide open superintendent’s race
With Tom Luna out, three candidates have officially entered the race for schools superintendent. But many more are considering a run — or are rumored to be gearing up for a run.
GOP candidate had third-party ties
Republican state schools superintendent candidate John Eynon recently stepped down from a state officer’s post with the Constitution Party. The party’s acting chairman says Eynon reneged on running under the third party’s banner.
Luna’s announcement: reactions
House Speaker Scott Bedke said Luna’s decision to step aside after this term illustrates the state’s commitment to implementing the 20 recommendations from an education reform task force.