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Opinion: Kim Reynolds wants to privatize education. Iowa supports public schools.
Teaching in an Iowa public school district for 40 years gave me many experiences that demonstrate the importance of strong schools for students, families, neighborhoods and communities. Iowans love our public schools because they are universally accessible, do not discriminate, and are accountable to us, the public. They are a source of pride, growth, and sustainability for our communities, especially in rural Iowa. ...
Iowa colleges use direct admissions programs to reach more prospective students
Certain private universities in Iowa are opening a new pathway to welcome students to campus, using direct admissions programs to widen their reach to new markets and simplify the college search process. Drake University enrolled 33 students this fall through Niche, a company that lets students create a profile and search and review colleges throughout […]
Iowa governor's 'school choice' push brings growth in charter and private schools
Good morning, Iowa. Gov. Kim Reynolds is making good on her promise three years ago to give families more education options for their children. Several new private schools have opened since Reynolds signed a bill creating taxpayer-funded education savings accounts bill into law in 2023. That includes the new Great Oaks High School...
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