Tuesday's GOP primary represents yet another showdown between the Republicans' mainstream and hardline factions. But the rift along the GOP’s right flank can’t be dismissed, either.
Several of the donations went to lawmakers who have sided with the U of I in its bid to buy the University of Phoenix.
https://www.idahoednews.org/elections24/u-of-i-president-folds-4250-into-gop-legislative-primaries/
The best antidote to these out-of-state extremists and their politics of personal destruction is to judge whether their attacks pass the smell test.
https://www.idahoednews.org/voices/primary-election-that-will-determine-the-future-of-idaho/
It's not unusual for a governor to endorse primary races, but Little hasn't done it regularly in his two terms.
The district will release students two hours early on Fridays to allow teachers collaboration time.
https://www.idahoednews.org/news/coeur-dalene-schools-will-remain-with-five-day-calendar/
The State Board of Education has said more competitive salaries in bordering states could be hurting Idaho's teacher retention.
https://www.idahoednews.org/news/idaho-lagged-behind-neighboring-states-in-teacher-pay-last-year/
There are approximately 18,000 Idaho students in K-12 who are categorized as English language learners. Those in grades K-3 who are new to the country, and just beginning to learn English, may qu...
https://www.idahoednews.org/east-idaho/at-risk-population-exempted-from-high-stakes-testing/
Right 2 Learn has received $90,000 from the Idaho Education Association's political arm. The PAC has spent close to $70,000 in an attempt to oust state Rep. Wendy Horman, R-Idaho Falls, the co-ch...
https://www.idahoednews.org/kevins-blog/iea-funded-group-targets-horman-over-school-choice/
The stakes are high but our classrooms can play a powerful role in helping families receive accurate information when it comes to the threat fentanyl poses.
https://www.idahoednews.org/voices/critchfield-teaching-our-kids-about-the-dangers-of-fentanyl/
Some parents believe Boise elementary schools south of the river receive a disproportionate amount of money for facilities.
https://www.idahoednews.org/top-news/boise-leaders-weigh-the-fate-of-owyhee-elementary/
Rep. Lori McCann of Lewiston is defending her four-year record — and, to an extent, her committee’s record — in a three-person GOP primary.
Find out how your high school stacks up.
Once a fringe movement, it’s becoming more popular.
Across the country, the story for families is virtually the same: Child care is unaffordable for many, hard to find for those who can pay, and financially precarious for day care operators and th...
Like in other GOP races, school choice separates the candidates. Nichols wants to spend public funds on private education, while Bishop is skeptical.
https://www.idahoednews.org/top-news/conservative-incumbent-faces-pta-mom-in-middleton-primary/
“If you’re a candidate or lawmaker who opposes school choice – you’re a target,” an American Federation for Children director told Idaho Education News. The group has spent close to $22...
https://www.idahoednews.org/elections24/school-choice-pac-statehouse-opponents-are-targets/
No two children learn the same way. Education must constantly reform.
The legislature has a duty to “maintain a general, uniform and thorough system of public, free common schools.” It doesn’t have a constitutional obligation to fund private or home schools.
https://www.idahoednews.org/voices/response-to-wendy-horman/
Reporter Darren Svan is leaving Idaho Education News this month to join Lake Pend Oreille School District as the district’s community liaison. EdNews has begun a search to fill the full-time, r...
https://www.idahoednews.org/west-idaho/ednews-reporter-joins-school-district-communications-team/
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The 2023 Legislature passed a law to prevent transgender students from using bathrooms that align with their gender identity. The law remains mired in federal court.
https://www.idahoednews.org/news/federal-appeals-court-hears-arguments-on-idaho-bathroom-bill/
Secretary of State Phil McGrane’s office wants Retire Career Politicians to register as an Idaho political committee by Tuesday. The written request came Thursday — the same day Idaho Educati...
https://www.idahoednews.org/kevins-blog/state-seeks-answers-about-anti-moyle-pac/
Research is clear that increasing educational choice improves outcomes for ALL children.
“I’m not here to make sure you get good grades,” he said. “I’m here to help you understand the world a little better"
My hope is that some individuals or entities can establish standing to challenge HB 521 in court and return Idaho to the requirements of Article III, Section 16’s requirement of the Idaho Const...
https://www.idahoednews.org/voices/words-from-a-former-idaho-superintendent-of-public-instruction/
Despite the clear benefits, Mike Crapo, the ranking Republican on the Senate Finance committee, is holding up the legislation, even as Democrats attempt to compromise.
https://www.idahoednews.org/voices/crapos-playing-politics-with-popular-child-tax-credit/
Independent groups are pouring hundreds of thousands of dollars into the May 21 primary — mostly on negative ads and mailers.
Yamamoto says she favored local control on issues like libraries and guns in schools. Her opponent says she has a "liberal" record.
Little and legislators gave three districts giant checks to celebrate historic funding for schools.
https://www.idahoednews.org/east-idaho/governor-hands-west-ada-150-million-for-facilities/
The stakes in this election go beyond a few legislative seats.
https://www.idahoednews.org/voices/gop-platform-iff-does-the-thinking-for-you/
While Lenney has called his opponent a "big spender," Agenbroad says the incumbent has risked defunding services Nampans value, like public education.
https://www.idahoednews.org/top-news/nampa-rivals-duel-over-education-spending-in-repeat-primary/
She needs votes.
https://www.idahoednews.org/news/idaho-teacher-in-running-for-americas-favorite-teacher-competition/
More than 75 frustrated patrons challenged Boise School District’s plan to close Owyhee Elementary School.
https://www.idahoednews.org/west-idaho/boises-school-closure-plan-runs-into-parent-outrage/
Find out who is stepping away, and who's stepping in.
https://www.idahoednews.org/news/superintendent-shuffle-2024-turnover-at-educations-helm/
Like many, I owe a debt of gratitude to the teachers and mentors who have guided me from my earliest days in kindergarten to the present.
Meanwhile, the union's political arm contributed $50,000 to a Republican-led group opposing school choice measures.
https://www.idahoednews.org/elections24/iea-plans-to-keep-its-may-endorsements-hush-hush/
It’s a retention tool as much as it is a way to ensure youngsters are prepared when they enter kindergarten.
A look inside Endeavor Elementary's unique program.
She’s one of many parents statewide who are frustrated with their local school’s special education program.
The bad news is three fold: many states have their own Blaine language, most citizens don't know what a Blaine Amendment is, and even fewer know how policymakers are using its bigoted foundation ...
https://www.idahoednews.org/voices/the-blaine-amendments-are-bigoted-relics/
The projects could cost $195 million over three years. The first phase, for planning and design, has a $12 million price tag.
No matter what you call a school choice plan, it is still a violation of the Idaho Constitution if it results in public money being used for religious instruction.
North Idaho Classical Academy plans to open its doors in 2025 to 210 students from rural areas stretching to the Canadian and Montana borders.
https://www.idahoednews.org/news/idyllic-campus-is-grounded-in-classical-teaching-and-the-outdoors/
Sen. Dave Lent is emphasizing big-ticket education items from the past two years. His challenger, Bryan Scholz, says he wants to encourage more competition in education.
https://www.idahoednews.org/top-news/senate-education-chair-faces-a-republican-primary-rematch/
EdNews received 16 awards, including seven first place prizes, for its work last year.
https://www.idahoednews.org/top-news/ednews-recognized-for-achievement-in-journalism/
Despite the reliance on levies and bonds to bridge funding gaps, last year, Republican legislators eliminated the March election districts often use.
https://www.idahoednews.org/voices/dont-confuse-more-with-adequate-idaho-schools-remain-underfunded/
Hundreds of student voices ignored despite rigorous investment research and organizing efforts.
https://www.idahoednews.org/voices/nothing-but-crickets-from-ui-administrators/
The roiling rematch between state Sen. Scott Herndon and former state Sen. Jim Woodward could go a long way toward shaping the Senate GOP caucus, and have a tangible impact on Statehouse educatio...
Six-term Rep. Wendy Horman, R-Idaho Falls, faces two high-profile primary opponents: Bryan Smith, a GOP national committeeman with Idaho Freedom Foundation ties; and Sean Coletti, mayor of the ne...
Dallas Harris is located in southeastern Boise, a fast-growing area and one defying the trends of declining enrollment in Boise School District.