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Resource hubs connect students facing homelessness to personal supplies and support

Toothbrushes. Pillows. Food. For Colfax-Mingo Community School District’s Stephanie Ver Helst, these items are more than just goods on her inventory list.

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December 16, 2024
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Local College and Career Access Networks begin second decade of building postsecondary education partnerships

In 2014, the Iowa College Aid, launched a series of initiatives dedicated to building a locally driven and responsive educational attainment pipeline.

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December 12, 2024
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West Des Moines student finds success through English Learner program and landmark case

Although second grade was several years ago for now 17-year-old Nyibol Chol, it remains a standout year for the West Des Moines Valley High School junior.

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December 11, 2024
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Iowa Celebrates FAFSA Awareness Week

With the 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid now available to everyone, Gov. Kim Reynolds has formally declared Dec. 9-13 as FAFSA Awareness Week.

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December 10, 2024
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Join in Computer Science Education Week!

Computer Science Education Week (CSEd Week) takes place this year on Dec. 9-15.

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December 4, 2024
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Two students to represent Iowa during Washington Week

Two high school students have been chosen to represent Iowa at the 63rd annual United States Senate Youth Program (USSYP) in Washington, D.C., on March 1-8.

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December 2, 2024
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Department launches Special Education Policy and Practice webinar series

The Iowa Department of Education has launched an engaging, new webinar series on special education.

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November 25, 2024
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Alburnett student becomes the first to complete welding apprenticeship program

More eager to return to his craft than to participate in any pageantry, Riggs Martin reluctantly stepped away from his work to be honored and recognized on Nov.

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November 19, 2024
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What does it take to be a substitute teacher?

Substitute teachers play a vital role in Iowa schools.

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November 15, 2024
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Right on time with LETRS

The Iowa Department of Education’s Language Essentials for Teachers of Reading and Spelling (LETRS) professional development arrived at just the right time.

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November 13, 2024
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Celebrating National STEM Day

National STEM Day, celebrated on Nov. 8.

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November 8, 2024
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Iowa private colleges ensure admission for transfer students

A recent new agreement between Iowa’s 15 community colleges and 18 of the state’s private colleges will streamline admission processes.

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November 7, 2024
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Nominate Iowa’s next top agriculture educator

The search is underway for Iowa's top agriculture educator of the year.

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November 5, 2024
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Veterans Day Resource Guide available to educators

Nov. 11 marks the annual observance of Veterans Day in the United States.

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November 4, 2024
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Department seeks science standards committee to review public input

The Iowa Department of Education is seeking representatives to serve on the final review committee for the state science standards.

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October 31, 2024
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