The Idaho State Board of Education may consider extending its soft closure directive to K-through-12 school districts and charter schools in response to the changing situation and ongoing efforts in Idaho and across the nation to combat the spread of COVID-19. The Board’s soft closure directive was approved last week and lasts through April 20th. Board President Debbie Critchfield says any decision to extend it will occur after consultations with the Governor’s office and state public health officials this week. Districts and charter schools continue to develop and implement “remote learning” options throughout the state. The Board on Monday also heard an update from higher education institutions about various steps taken to move instruction online. All eight colleges and universities are now teaching classes remotely. (Idaho State Board of Education)
