‘Snakes of Idaho’ developer speaks about passion project, promoting conservation
Dr. Charles Peterson, a former professor of herpetology at Idaho State University and affiliate curator of herpetology at…
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Ririe School District closes for boiler repair
Ririe Elementary School will be closed for two days on Wednesday, March 19, and Thursday, March 20, to allow maintenance crews time to repair the…
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Senate approves controversial childcare bill, amended bill heading back to the House
House Bill 234 aims to reduce state regulations for childcare facilities. The most controversial change would allow these centers to establish their…
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Idaho House approves adding seats with University of Utah medical education program
The Idaho House has passed a bill that will add more seats to train medical doctors.…
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Governor signs HB 93 to create School Choice Tax Credit program
Gov. Brad Little signed HB 93 to create the Parental Tax Credit…
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Rigby High students stage walkout as district cuts AP classes
Students at Rigby High School staged a walkout today to protest Jefferson Joint School District 251’s decision to eliminate advanced and advanced…
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Workshops set for graduating students to apply for LAUNCH grants
The Idaho Department of Labor is offering a workshop to help graduates apply for the LAUNCH career education grants.…
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School choice tax credit bill passes Idaho legislature
The Senate has passed a bill to create a $50 million parental choice tax credit, which is now headed to the Governor’s…
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Gem Prep Charter School drawing in students with accelerated learning opportunities
In recent years, more families are choosing to send their students to charter and private schools over traditional, public schools–with charter…
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Rigby High to get new Field House thanks to donation
Jefferson School District 251 announced a new Field House will be built for Rigby High School. thanks to a generous donation from the Broulim…
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Idaho reading scores at low point, how parents can help
In Idaho, over 40% of K-3 students are not reading at their grade…
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American Falls school district prepping taxes for free
Students and staff from American Falls School District 381 are offering free tax filing services until Tax Day in…
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Annual Souper Bowl Food Drive underway between Idaho Falls and Skyline High Schools
Idaho Falls High and Skyline High once again help feed families in the community with the annual Souper Bowl Food Drive.…
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New Idaho school budget proposed
The budget will focus to especially help kids who are in special education, are economically disadvantaged, at-risk, or gifted and…
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Idaho State University receives large grant for school psychology program
The Idaho State University School Psychology Department was recently awarded a $4.5 million grant from the US Department of Education to address a…
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School board votes to close Washington Elementary
With a three to two vote, the D25 school board passed a motion to close Washington Elementary School.…
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Tendoy Elementary families and staff hold rally ahead of possible school closure
Some Tendoy Elementary School staff, students, and their families gathered Monday morning to show support for the school ahead of a possible school…
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Pocatello-Chubbuck School District host public hearing on enrollment
Pocatello-Chubbuck School District 25 (PCSD 25) is holding a public hearing to discuss attendance and enrollment issues and possible school closures…
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District 91 CTE Center in high demand after 3 years of success
Idaho Falls School District 91’s Career and Technical Education Center has been around for three…
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GOP-led House votes to ban transgender athletes from women’s sports
By Clare Foran and Haley Talbot, CNN (CNN) — The House voted on Tuesday to pass a GOP-led bill that would ban transgender athletes from…
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Student-inspired names appear on snowplows
Watch out for Pow Pow Ka Plow on the roads. The newly named plow by students hits the roads across eastern…
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Sparklight Grant Boosts Idaho Falls Symphony’s Youth Education
The Idaho Falls Symphony received a $3,000 grant from the Sparklight Charitable Foundation to help fund some local youth education…
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Ammon students enjoy new dining experience
Ammon Elementary students get to eat in a brand-new cafeteria.…
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Hacker accesses student, teacher data in Bonneville School District 93
Bonneville School District 93 sent a letter to parents saying someone accessed their PowerSchool data system during the holiday break.…
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Fun wintertime things to do at the Idaho Falls Library
The Idaho Falls Public Library says there is always something to do at the library to keep you warm, entertained, and…
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Idaho State University to sell Magnuson Alumni House
The Idaho State Board of Education authorized the sale of Idaho State University’s Magnuson Alumni House at their board meeting…
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Nearly half of US teens are online ‘constantly,’ Pew report finds
AP Technology Writer Nearly half of American teenagers say they are online “constantly” despite concerns about the effects of social media and…
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Charter bus accident injures one at Highland High School
Pocatello-Chubbuck School District said an adult was injured from a bus accident Wednesday afternoon.…
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Idaho State University Physics Department receives large anonymous donation
An anonymous donor pledged $100,000 for physics students at Idaho State…
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BYU-Idaho unveils new campus monument
Hundreds of students and faculty gathered outside the BYU-Idaho Center to reveal a new monument on campus. The monument is the letters…
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School bus, car crash in Madison County
A school bus loaded with special needs students was hit by a car on Friday morning in Madison…
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Ririe Elementary School will be canceled for Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024, because of a gas line being repaired. That means there would be no heat in the…
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Community comes together to build Salmon’s new elementary school
The Salmon School District held a groundbreaking for a new elementary school yesterday. This comes after a $20-million bond for the school passed in…
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Bonneville Library offers lesson plans for homeschoolers
There’s an online tool to read children’s books, watch educational videos, and get themed lesson plans for…
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Marshall Public Library celebrating Icelandic tradition with book giveaway
Marshall Public Library is giving away copies of ‘The Night Before Christmas’ as part of…
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Jefferson School District partners with Purposity to help students with basic needs
Purposity works to learn of student needs, get the word out, and give people the opportunity to pay for those…
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One bond and several levies to be voted on this Election Day
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – School districts across the Eastern Idaho are asking for millions of dollars in bonds and levies. Below is a breakdown of…
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Idaho governor, superintendent unveils order to restrict cell phone use in schools
Idaho Governor Brad Little and Idaho Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield have issued an Executive Order to restrict cell phone…
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Idaho State University enrollment numbers increase again
The university said total fall enrollment increased by 3.5 percent, to 13,078, compared to last…
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INL makes science fun for families
Local students were invited to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math at a ‘Family Nuclear Science’ event on Thursday night, October 24,…
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Empowering Parents Grant application open Monday
The Idaho State Board of Education announced that applications for the next round of Empowering Parents grants open…
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West Jefferson school employee arrested on abuse charges
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office says Dallas Dean Erickson, 43, of Terreton, is charged with lewd conduct with a child under…
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T-shirt exhibit raises awareness on assault and abuse, honors survivors
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)— People are invited to make a shirt that honors survivors of assault and abuse. The Clothesline Project is taking place…
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Social Media post of firearm referencing Thunder Ridge High School was a hoax
Bonneville School District 93 sent a letter to parents Wednesday morning, saying they received a report of a firearm image posted on social media…
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Idaho’s State Superintendent of Public Instruction visits area schools
State Superintendent of Public Instruction Debbie Critchfield visited Hibbard Elementary School on Tuesday…
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ITD starts “Name a Snowplow” contest
Starting October 1, eighth grade students across Idaho are invited to participate with their classrooms to submit a…
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Bookmobile brings the library to rural Idaho areas
The South Bannock Library District uses its Bookmobile to bring books to readers in rural Idaho areas without access to a brick-and-mortar…
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Idaho State University received millions in donations in fiscal year 2024
Idaho State University received $18 million in donations for their 2024 fiscal year–$4 million more than last…
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Bonneville School District 93 breaks ground on Willow Creek Elementary
Today, September 11, 2024 at 5:00 P.M., the Bonneville School District 93 will host a groundbreaking ceremony for Willow Creek Elementary…
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Local News 8, Eastern Idaho State Fair donate school supplies to Henry’s Fork Elementary
Henry’s Fork Elementary School in St. Anthony received a much-needed boost in school supplies thanks to the generosity of people attending the…
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Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 scores among highest in the state on ISAT
The results of the 2024 Idaho Standards Achievement Test (ISAT) show that Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 is one of the highest scoring large…
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James Earl Jones, iconic actor and memorable voice of Darth Vader and Mufasa, dead at 93
CNN By Brandon Griggs and Alli Rosenbloom, CNN (CNN) — You can’t think of James Earl Jones without hearing his voice. That booming basso…
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Portneuf District Library offering free online tutoring for library card holders
The Portneuf District Library has partnered with Tutor.com to offer free online tutoring services–and all you need is a library…
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Sunnyside Elementary in Idaho Falls closed due to air conditioner malfunction
Idaho Falls School District 91 Superintendent Karla LaOrange says school is canceled for Sunnyside Elementary Friday due to smoke from an air…
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Donate a can, get a discount on fair entry; Wednesday is Local News 8 Day at the Eastern Idaho State Fair
From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 4, get fair admission for $5 when you bring a can of food or other non-perishable food items.…
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Local school supply drives help stock East Idaho students
The school year is getting closer, and organizations and businesses in East Idaho are busy collecting school supplies for students in…
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CEI breaks ground for new tech building
“What a perfect way to leave a career here at College of Eastern…
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Idaho’s new library law faces lawsuit over constitutional concerns
A new lawsuit is challenging Idaho’s House Bill 710, a law intended to restrict children’s access to harmful materials in libraries. The coalition…
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State Ed Board approves amendment to University of Phoenix purchase agreement
The Idaho State Board of Education unanimously approved an amendment to the asset purchase agreement between the University of Idaho and the…
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Pocatello/Chubbuck School Board approves drawings, plans for Highland High School rebuild
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District Board of Trustees granted permission to move forward with the final draft of the conceptual drawings, floor…
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Dr. Lori Barber chosen to lead College of Eastern Idaho
The College of Eastern Idaho (CEI) Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Lori Barber as the second president of CEI. She…
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D91 teachers ratify payment agreement for the 2024-2025 school year
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI) – A new payment agreement is in place for teachers in Idaho Falls District 91 for the 2024-2025 school year. The agreement…
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Teachers to vote on tentative salary agreement Monday
The Idaho Falls Education Association (IFEA) has made a tentative agreement with the District Negotiations Team for the 2024–2025 school year.…
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Idaho Board of Ed sets new minimum number of school days
The Idaho Board of Ed said the recommendation was based on findings that Idaho public schools operating on four-day calendar currently average 146…
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Rigby FFA brings home state championships
The Rigby FFA Chapter had 34 members participate in the Idaho FFA State Career Development Events held at the University of Idaho in Moscow, Idaho…
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Iowa School to ban phone for mental health
A high school in Des Moines, Iowa, is taking steps it hopes will improve students’ mental…
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Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 welcomes new board member
The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25 is pleased to welcome the newest addition to the Board of…
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Why does student mental health suffer during summer? Here's what the data says
Charlie Health highlights how summer affects students’ mental health and the importance of mental health care…
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Idaho teachers pay comparison
Teacher salaries in Idaho Falls average at $56,555 between…
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Home-schooled kids face unique college challenges − here are 3 ways they can be overcome
The Conversation looks at the growing trend of home-schooling and offers ways to better prepare those students for…
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D93 Summer Food Service Program begins June 3
Bonneville School District 93 is participating in the Summer Food Service Program.…
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U.S. math scores have declined since COVID-19 and states strategize to improve proficiency
Study.com reports on the decline of math scores among U.S. students since COVID-19 and what educators are doing about…
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What graduation party traditions look like around the world
Peerspace investigated some of the more unique graduation party traditions across the globe, using sources like The Guardian and Culture…
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Tentative agreement reached between D91 and Idaho Falls Education Association
A tentative agreement has been reached between Idaho Falls School District 91 and the Idaho Falls Education…
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What difference does it make if you are involved in your student's school and its activities and events?
Study.com uses data from various educational sources to break down how parental participation varies across demographics, school sizes, and school…
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Is early childhood education ready for AI?
The Hechinger Report provides insights into artificial intelligence trends in early childhood…
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Substitute teachers keep schools running. Here are the best ways schools can attract more amid the shortage.
HeyTutor analyzed survey data from Red Rover to break down the factors substitute teachers prioritize when deciding whether or not to take an…
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NASA donates DC-8 jet to Idaho State University
ISU’s Aircraft Maintenance students will soon have a major learning tool land right in their backyard.…
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Higher ed experts foresee enrollment decline due to botched FAFSA rollout
BestColleges reveals that serious issues with rollout of the 2024-2025 FAFSA could lead to a serious drop in upcoming college enrollments.…
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Which U.S. cities are best for new college graduates?
SmartAsset determines the best overall places for new college graduates, ranking 370 metro areas based on metrics for the job market, costs and…
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This video game is teaching college students entrepreneurship
BestColleges reports on a free multiplayer business-building mobile and PC game in which competition leads to the best entrepreneurship…
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Schools were just supposed to block porn. Instead they sabotaged homework and censored suicide prevention sites
The Markup reports on how students are speaking out against internet censorship in their…
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Which common college majors have the highest earning potential?
Learner analyzed data from the Census Bureau via the University of Minnesota IPUMS to see what the most common college majors are for American…
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A bungled FAFSA rollout threatens students' college ambitions
Chalkbeat reports that with college decision deadlines looming, thousands of high school seniors are stuck in limbo due to issues with the rollout of…
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Your child got less college financial aid than you hoped. You’re not a bad parent if you don’t make up the difference
By Jeanne Sahadi, CNN New York (CNN) — The good news is your child got into college and is preparing to enroll this fall. The bad news is that…
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U of I honors Idaho’s first bachelor’s of cybersecurity graduates
University of Idaho’s College of Engineering will recognize the state’s first undergraduate class of cybersecurity professionals as they head off…
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2 Idaho students named 2024 US Presidential Scholars
U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona announced the 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars…
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Banned books make up the sophomore English curriculum at this high school
Chalkbeat reports on a New York City high school class that is reading banned books to open their…
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Business schools embrace sustainability
BestColleges reports on how business schools are stepping up to build better sustainability…
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Third graders learn about Idaho’s agriculture industry
More than 40 high school students in Rigby’s Future Farmers Association are helping third graders understand where their food comes from and how it…
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As Covid-19 emergency funding dries up, some rural schools may face a steep fiscal cliff in 2024
The Daily Yonder reports on how rural school districts are likely to face budget reductions in the…
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How much should college students take out in student loans?
Experian explains that borrowing for student loans is a personal decision based on a student’s situation, needs and opportunities.…
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Ground breaks for new Rigby High School Career Technical Education Center
After a grant allowed Jefferson School District 251 to build a Career Technical Education outside of Rigby High School, the process of getting the…
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One way to appreciate teachers: These schools provide their day care
When Christina Zimmerman returned to teaching last year after maternity leave, she grappled with postpartum depression that she says could have led…
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Construction on FUTURE TECH Building gets green light
Groundbreaking is expected in…
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Survey finds more high schoolers put higher value on job training than a college degree
The 74 reports on the four things to know about why students are flocking to immediate employment instead of a college…
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The Idaho State Board of Education on Thursday approved a University of Idaho proposal to begin the planning and design to modernize existing…
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Innovative apps help teachers communicate with families in their preferred language
Chalkbeat reports on apps that help non-English speaking families stay engaged with…
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The surprising effectiveness of having kids study their errors to succeed
The Hechinger Report analyzes research on how students may be learning better by focusing on what they did…
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Here's how state requirements for school principals compare as the US faces a shortage of qualified educational leaders
TeacherCertification.com reviews numerous educational leadership reports to focus on the need for effective principals at schools throughout the…
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