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WEBAt $685 million, it could be the largest and most polarizing transaction in Idaho higher education history. The U of I insists the deal will be a moneymaker. But Phoenix, a for-profit online giant with an enrollment of 85,000 students, is saddled with a checkered history and a tarnished reputation. Idaho Education News’ Kevin Richert has ...
Find out where your school ranks - Idaho Education News
WEBThe State Department of Education publishes online report cards for every public school and charter in Idaho. The digital report cards are a part of Idaho’s accountability system. The report card data includes student achievement, graduation rates, learner progress, college and career readiness, demographics and enrollment, as well as non-academic indicators such as student engagement ...
Alturas charter network to add third East Idaho location
WEBThe Idaho Public Charter School Commission unanimously approved a petition for a new charter school Thursday morning, setting the stage for the third expansion of East Idaho’s Alturas International charter network. Alturas Academy North will serve K-8 students across the Jefferson, Madison, Ryrie and Bonneville school districts.
Statehouse roundup, 1.30.24: Bill to arm school teachers on hold, …
WEBStatehouse roundup, 1.30.24: Bill to arm school teachers on hold, for now. Ryan Suppe and Kevin Richert | 01/30/2024. The House has put off a debate on a bill that would give school teachers the right to carry guns on campus. Rep. Ted Hill’s bill was scheduled for a vote Tuesday, but members voted to keep it on the calendar, for now.
$50 million in grants for Idaho families will become available in …
WEBGrant applications for Idaho families hoping for financial aid for educational resources will be available starting mid-September, the State Board of Education announced last week. Created earlier this year by Gov. Brad Little and the Legislature, the $50 million Empowering Parents grant program is modeled after the Strong Families, Strong ...
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WEBRecord number of Idaho schools are offering full-day kindergarten, and more are pushing to expand preschool access. Nearly 90% of the state’s traditional school districts are offering full-day kindergarten this year.
Analysis: Behind the legal maneuvering in the Reclaim Idaho …
WEBCorporations and wealthy Idahoans would pay directly into a fund for K-12, to the tune of $170 million to $200 million annually. The higher income taxes would affect only Idahoans making more than $250,000 or couples making more than $500,000 — so Reclaim Idaho argues that it is proposing a tax increase for just 5 percent of the population.
NIC remains accredited — for now - idahoednews.org
WEB(UPDATED, 4:02 p.m., with additional comments and reaction.) North Idaho College will remain accredited — for up to one more year. In what the college is calling a “neutral decision,” a regional panel is keeping the embattled Coeur d’Alene-based community college’s accreditation intact.. But NIC will continue to operate under the shadow of a “show-cause” designation.
Parental consent for Band-Aids? Boise School District says it's ...
WEBThe Boise School District is asking parents and guardians for permission to supply basic first aid to their children — including Band-Aids and Tylenol — after a new law mandated parental consent for non-life threatening medical services. On Wednesday, Boise administrators sent a memo to parents asking that they fill out a consent form.
A new vision for the students and parents of Idaho
WEBA new vision for the students and parents of Idaho. Parents, teachers, community members, and business leaders deserve an engaged leader with a strong vision to actively connect them to funding and program support. As Superintendent of Public Instruction, I will lead Idaho education with honesty and transparency to empower parents, strengthen ...