NIC students share accreditation concerns

With a visit from the accreditation organization looming, some North Idaho College students said they're very concerned about what’s ahead for NIC, while others aren’t even aware the college's accreditation may be at stake.

Legals for December, 7 2021

Bjerke takes the ticket - again

School board recount confirms initial tally was spot on

School board recount affirms election results

God would approve of library protest

Pastor defends protest at public library.

Trustee to take office

Coeur d’Alene school district board meeting Monday

A mother of four Coeur d’Alene School District students will take the oath of office to serve the district as the newly appointed trustee for Zone 3 at the board meeting Monday. Heather Tenbrink received majority board approval on Nov. 15 to take the place of former Trustee Tambra Pickford who resigned on Oct. 1. The meeting will start at 5 p.m. at the Midtown Center Meeting Room at 1505 N. 5th Street in Coeur d’Alene. Seating capacity is capped at 72 per the Fire Marshall. The meeting will also be live streamed on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CdASchools271.

Legals for December, 4 2021

NIC under accreditation microscope

Experts coming to CDA next month to investigate leadership concerns

After a second complaint, the accrediting organization for North Idaho College is planning an onsite inquiry to the college to review the situation in January. The Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities said in a letter to the college that based on the analysis of alleged facts, “NIC’s ability to maintain compliance with the United States Department of Education’s regulations, and Accreditation Procedures is of concern.”

PRESS CHRISTMAS FOR ALL Coming back from childhood trauma

Single father thriving during recovery from addiction

Jonathan's struggle with mental health began at a young age. Working through childhood trauma exacerbated that struggle. Now at 34, Jonathan is rebounding and building a bright future.

Silence isn't always golden

Yes, we're referring to you, NIC trustees.

NIC: Devastating losses

It is with great sadness that I read that two senior administrators at North Idaho College are leaving.

Interim president hires NIC provost

Position merges two VP slots; some felt left out of decision-making process

A former North Idaho College dean will be returning Monday to temporarily fill in the shoes of two retiring vice presidents. Interim President Michael Sebaaly announced on Nov. 23 that Dr. Kassie Silvas, NIC’s former retired dean of Career, Technical and Workforce Education, would return to the college Monday in an interim provost position.

Legals for December, 2 2021

Protesters target teen library patrons

'Rainbow Squad' has been meeting for years, but new trustees muster opposition

Community Library Network addresses recent controversy over LGBTQ+ program

Two decades of service

Vice president retires from NIC

From Dean of Health Professionals and Nursing to Vice President for Instruction to Acting President, Lita Burns has worn a lot of hats at North Idaho College. “I have really good memories of connecting with students to help them be successful,” Burns said. “The faculty and staff here are incredible people.” Now after 20 years of service, she decided it’s time to retire from the school she so loves.

School board recount coming

Candidate who lost by 27 votes will pay for 15-precinct review

Review of ballots in Coeur d'Alene School Board Zone 4 scheduled for Thursday

Legals for November, 30 2021

Barnes must resign from NIC board

As a non-resident, trustee should step aside.

NIC: Demolition team at work

In his Oct. 19 column, Mr. Ginorio states that the “reformist” NIC trustees need to advertise their goals and state how their reforms will improve NIC. Right. Agreed if they were thoughtful reformers with honorable intentions rather than the demolition crew they have proven to be so far.

Legals for November, 27 2021

Press Christmas for All aims for the stars again

CDA Elks give charity a nice liftoff as campaign starts today

Coeur d'Alene Elks Lodge 1254 kicks off Press Christmas for All.