First-year enrollment jumped 16% at Iowa State. Here’s why.
This fall, Iowa State University saw a surge in freshman enrollment due to a STEM boom, affordability, and more.
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2024
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EDUCATION
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2024
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Guest post: New book ‘Education Wars’ adds to anti-voucher argument
A new book, "The Education Wars," show how private school vouchers further this country's divisions. This is a wonderful time of year in Iowa. We’re gearing up for harvest here on the farm. The...
Sep
2024
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11 charter schools get grants from COVID relief fund
With federal dollars allowed for supporting students impacted by the pandemic, Gov. Kim Reynolds named the 11 charter schools that will receive the nearly $4 million.
Aug
2024
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Kamala Harris accepts Democratic nomination for president, lays out her vision for the country
The final night of the Democratic National Convention capped off a remarkable month of surging enthusiasm for Harris’ candidacy.
Aug
2024
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Guest post: Iowa CCI launching Public School Strong
Iowa Citizens for Community Improvement is launching “Public School Strong” across Iowa. Here's what it's all about.
Aug
2024
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Here’s why Iowa students won’t have new Title IX protections
Iowa students, including transgender and nonbinary children, will not enjoy new federal Title IX protections at school because Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird, a Republican, sued over them in...
Jul
2024
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Project 2025 is already happening in Iowa
Here are five things from Project 2025 that have already been implemented in the Hawkeye State. By now, you’ve probably already heard about Project 2025, a detailed and intricate plan created by...
Jul
2024
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5 Iowa high school students taking the art world by storm
5 high school recipients received the prestigious Iowa Arts Scholarship. Here's what you need to know about the students and the art scholarsip.
Jul
2024
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Reynolds’ voucher program will cost Iowa taxpayers over $200 million in year two
Over 30,000 applications were approved for the second year of Iowa’s taxpayer-funded private school tuition vouchers, according to Gov. Kim Reynolds. Gov. Kim Reynolds announced that more than...
Jul
2024
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What are Iowa’s new academic standards?
The Iowa State Board of Education made revisions to Iowa's Academic Standards. Here's how you can find out more.
