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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 2024

Page

6

Do schools teach civics again in the modern era

David J. Bobb argues that civics is under taught in U S schools citing NSF and NAEP data. He urges local action to reprioritize civic education, urging conversations with teachers and school boards to boost curricula and resources for civics at the local level. He notes low turnout at school board meetings and calls for a groundswell to restore civics prominence.

Brandy Zumbach Meisheid Praised in Community Letter

A community letter lauds Brandy Zumbach Meisheid for deep Linn County roots and ethical leadership. The writer highlights her door-knocking, attendance at Pickle Days, and openness to differing viewpoints as foundations for effective Linn County supervisor service. The letter urges voters to support her to foster regional prosperity in Iowa.

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Ignore your kids more often say NYT columnist

Lenore Skenazy endorses Darby Saxbe’s view that over supervising children can hinder development. Evidence suggests resting brains think about others, and unsupervised time fosters curiosity, empathy, and problem solving. Let Grow advocates free range, with Let Grow Experience home assignments to encourage independent exploration.

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Iowa must do better to feed hungry children says columnist

Diane Duncan-Goldsmith argues Reynolds rejected Summer EBT SUN Bucks despite Hunger Coalition data showing 1 in 9 Iowans facing food insecurity. She notes SUN Bucks could have funded 240000 children with 40 dollars monthly and criticizes Iowa’s grants and access issues while urging better program design and distribution.

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