District policy, Idaho state law come into question over Vallivue School District land deal

By: Sean Dolan

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: April 24, 2026

Words: 819

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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This story was originally posted on IdahoEdNews.org on April 23, 2026.

Vallivue School District trustee Clay Christensen did not publicly disclose his family’s interest in a district real estate purchase, possibly violating district policy and state law.

Vallivue paid Christensen’s father, Dave Christensen, $5 million for 87 acres of land in September 2024 while Clay Christensen was serving on the board. The land was appraised for $2.87 million, about half the purchase amount. Dave …

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