K-12 Education

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Educator Effectiveness

Educator Effectiveness
The purpose of the Educator Effectiveness program is to support and facilitate the State Board of Education’s governance of Idaho’s public K-20 school system. The primary focus of the program is to work with issues related to the quality and effectiveness of the educators in the state’s public K-12 school system, including preparation of educators at the postsecondary level.

District / Charter School Planning

District / Charter School Planning

Each year by October 1, school districts and charter schools must update their Continuous Improvement Plan, post it on their website, and submit it via e-mail to plans@edu.idaho.gov.

K-12 Accountability

K-12 Accountability

Accountability in the K-12 school system is focused on holding school districts, schools, and educators responsible for student results. To ensure our high school graduates are well-prepared for higher education and the workforce, the Idaho State Board of Education sets high expectations for our schools and students.

ISEE Idaho System for Educational Excellence

ISEE Idaho System for Educational Excellence

The Idaho System for Educational Excellence (ISEE) is Idaho’s K-12 Longitudinal Data System, which supports budgeting processes, data submissions, and delivers information to educational stakeholders to create data-driven decisions.

Broadband and E-Rate Services

Broadband and E-Rate Services

The Board of Education offers E-Rate education and assistance for Idaho schools seeking funding for Internet services and equipment. In addition, the Broadband Reimbursement Program provides procurement recommendations and for E-Rate eligible Internet services.

Cybersecurity Resources

Cybersecurity Resources

Addressing cybersecurity threats can be a daunting task. Fortunately, there are many resources available to help you. If you have any questions or concerns about cybersecurity please contact the IT Security Coordinator.

Expanding Arts Access in Rural Public Schools

Expanding Arts Access in Rural Public Schools

This grant opportunity supports Idaho rural school districts and rural charter schools in providing fine arts, performing arts, and design programs. Funds granted are intended to increase access to arts education for K-12 learners in rural public schools that otherwise may lack the resources to offer or expand such programs.)

Advanced Opportunities for High School Academics

Advanced Opportunities for High School Academics
There are several opportunities for students at Idaho secondary schools to earn college credit for education completed while still enrolled in the secondary school system.

Concussion Policy

Concussion Policy

In 2012, the Idaho State Legislature revised the youth athlete concussion law that define guidelines and requirements as they pertain to concussion and head injury in youth athletes.