Reynolds district reforms to control special education funding
The plan shifts funding control to school districts for special education, moving oversight from AEAs to the Department of Education. Districts may keep AEA services, switch to another AEA, contract private providers, or invest directly in teachers. The goal is to boost student outcomes and end autoplilot funding.
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Department of Education
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Trust in Teachers Sparks Iowa Education Debate
Mark Schneider of Wellman criticizes a proposed bill affecting the Iowa Area Education Agencies and IPERS. He warns elimination of IPERS for AEA staff could extend to all public employees and damage public service. He urges caution against political attacks on education.
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Clark era shines as Iowa history unfolds on court
Iowa forward Caitlin Clark leads a magnetic team guided by Lisa Bruder as five home games attract record crowds. Her scoring pace and game changing passes fuel a season described as historic, drawing criticism and praise from rivals and fans alike.
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Mulkey
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Iowans defend caucuses against presidential primary move
A Gazette opinion piece argues Iowa should keep its volunteer run caucus system rather than switch to a presidential primary. It warns of logistical, timing, and identity costs, praising caucuses as the state’s defining political process.
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