Parents seek slower pace for AEA changes in Iowa
At an Iowa House public hearing on a bill altering funding and oversight of area education agencies parents of students with disabilities and school leaders debated impacts. Some parents warned the changes could limit options for their children while some superintendents argued the bill would boost flexibility and accountability for AEAs. Esther Huston of West Des Moines urged increased funding as a better fix.
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Kirkwood inaugurates sixth president Kristie Fisher
Kristie Fisher began her tenure as Kirkwood Community College president on October 30, marking the college's sixth inauguration. Fisher said she initially opposed the ceremony but embraced Kirkwood tradition as a platform to honor quality education, training, and community service while pledging continued innovation.
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Union truckers circle Capitol to protest bill
Truckers rally around the Capitol to voice opposition as a Senate eviction bill faces quick passage. The House GOP pushes rural economic development measures to boost regional growth.
University of Iowa to close multiple off campus learning centers
The University of Iowa plans to shutter the Tippie College of Business Cedar Rapids Learning Center Birchwood Davenport Scott Community College Betendorf centers to redirect funds to online programs. Regents will review the request as professional online courses grow more popular and in person space becomes inefficient.
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