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McCall-Donnelly spearheads solutions to workforce struggles
The district is creating a community daycare center and an employee housing complex to fill severe needs.
Lottery pays record dividend to schools
The Lottery Commission presented its largest-ever dividend to Idaho schools in a ceremony with Gov. Brad Little at Emmett Middle School Tuesday.
Kuna boasts staff satisfaction, retention success in new survey
Year over year, the district has reduced the number of vacant teaching positions by 52%. There are currently eight unfilled positions. A year ago, there were 17.
Caldwell calls again for Idaho students to attend school until 18
Trustees will ask the Idaho School Boards Association to support the school-age increase during the annual November convention.
Fruitland City Council directs TVCA and zoning commission to find solutions
Without the council’s favorable decision, the school’s $7.5 million planned construction of a new middle and high school in downtown was essentially stopped.
West Ada trustees celebrate last year, start shaping next year
The board approved new policy and worked on the district’s strategic plan.
Boise trustees approve new dress code, declare board vacancy
The board also approved three resolutions to be heard by the Idaho School Boards Association this fall.
State combats teacher shortage with new apprenticeship plan
The apprenticeship model allows candidates to earn a degree and teaching certification while employed by a school district.
Fruitland City Council to consider academy’s appeal Monday
The estimated $7.5 million campus would serve grades 7-12 and include new academic buildings, a gym and cafeteria.
Charters ask for better communication and more peer networking
This year’s stakeholder survey received 88 responses from administrators, school board members and parents.