Iowa Education Newswire

Q&A | U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst speaks on DOGE involvement, closing Department of Education

WASHINGTON — In a sit-down interview with The Daily Iowan, U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst, R- Iowa, spoke about her influence on the Department of Government Efficiency and work as the Senate DOGE Caucus Chair. Ernst also expressed her willingness to vote to end the …

Q&A | U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley talks federal judiciary, closing Department of Education

WASHINGTON — In a sit-down interview with The Daily Iowan, U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, R- Iowa, spoke on his new bill to reform the powers of district court judges to grant national injunctions, his opposition to the Department of Education, and his support …

Super Bowl champion Cooper DeJean to host charity softball game with Iowa Cubs

Former Iowa Hawkeye and current Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Cooper DeJean will be hosting a softball game in Des Moines this summer. The Odebolt native is teaming up with Octane Sports to host an All-Star Charity game.The Iowa Cubs announced the …

University of Northern Iowa Nursing Program recognized with education award

GOP lawmakers settle on general state funding for Iowa’s K-12 students

A two-month-long stalemate among House and Senate Republicans over general state funding for students in Iowa’s K-12 schools has been resolved. All but one Republican in the Iowa Senate have voted for a 2% increase in per pupil state funding for students …

$96 million in earmarked Iowa community funds left out of federal budget deal

IOWA — Nearly $96 million in federal community project funds that Iowa lawmakers had sought for local priorities did not make it through Congress last month when a short-term budget measure was passed without earmark allocations. The decision, driven by an …

2026 safety Tyrell Chatman commits to Iowa State

Lincoln (Neb.) North Star three-star safety Tyrell Chatman has committed to Iowa State, he announced on Monday evening. He chose the Cyclones over Kansas State and others. Chatman was formerly committed to Northern Illinois. Chatman is the No. 935 overall …

Iowa State Makes A Shocking Roster Addition As NCAA Transfer Portal Gets Chaotic

For Iowa State, the 2025 NCAA D1 Wrestling Championships weren’t all that memorable. Finishing 27th in the national tourney, the Cyclones didn’t leave much of a mark among their peers. However, with the next season on the horizon, it looks like the program …

Rural Housing Readiness Assessment ‘Road Map’ Guides Red Oak on the Path to Building Its Future

AMES, Iowa – For years, Red Oak faced familiar small-town challenges: aging homes, population decline and stalled development. But the people of Red Oak are no longer waiting for growth — they’re building it. By investing in infrastructure, attracting …

Rural Action Partnership Event Scheduled in Greenfield on May 21

AMES, Iowa – Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, in collaboration with the Internal Revenue Service, is hosting a Rural Action Partnership event on Wednesday, May 21, on the Town Square in Greenfield from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Rural Action …

Anti-Israel protester Mahmoud Khalil defended by Columbia University professor following detainment

Columbia University professor Azmat Khan said that anti-Israel organizer Mahmoud Khalil is a highly respected member of the school community following his detainment by ICE. Columbia University professor Azmat Khan said Sunday that campus anti-Israel …

Northeast Iowa Food Bank launches $14 million campaign to address escalating food insecurity

Posted on Apr 7, 2025 Supports building expansion and renovation to serve more people and strengthen programs To The Press The Northeast Iowa Food Bank has announced the launch of a $14 million campaign to increase its capacity to deal with food insecurity …

Gun buying, elections laws and anti-doxxing bills pass Iowa Senate

The Gazette offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. DES MOINES — Legislation that would lower the minimum age for Iowans possessing a handgun from 21 to 18 was sent to Gov. Kim Reynolds’ desk Monday after Senate …

Iowa Senate passes 2% per-pupil increase for K-12 public schools

Iowa K-12 public schools would receive a 2% increase in state per-pupil funding next year under legislation the Iowa Senate approved Monday on 32-15 vote.Senate File 167 sets the State Supplemental Aid (SSA) rate for the upcoming fiscal year. SSA is the …

Shelf Awareness hosts panel to address Iowa book bans

Grinnell’s banned book club, Shelf Awareness, hosted a panel in Bob’s Underground on Wednesday, April 2, where Iowa educators discussed the impact of book bans under Senate File 496 and how communities can combat them.  Shelf Awareness president Abby …

By giving up pigs for mushrooms, this Iowa farmer is fighting factory farms

Poweshiek Community Action to Restore Environmental Stewardship (Poweshiek CARES), an organization dedicated to promoting sustainable agriculture and awareness of food system issues, platformed sustainable farm reformation at their Annual Meeting on March …

Reported MSU basketball transfer target commits to Big 12 school

One of the reported Michigan State basketball transfer targets is officially off the board. Pete Nakos of On3 reported on Sunday that LSU transfer guard Vyctorius Miller has committed to Oklahoma State. It was previously reported that Miller was a transfer …

Disconnection between lawmakers and school districts hurts both parties

There is a disconnect between lawmakers and public schools when it comes to solving problems, so much so that Newton Superintendent Tom Messinger said at last month’s school board meeting it feels “demoralizing” seeing the sheer number of education bills …

Outdoors: IGLF/Strike King SAF Iowa High School State Championship coming to the Okobojis

For the third consecutive year, Bass Federation’s Student Angler Federation is heading to the Okoboji Chain of Lakes for the IGLFC/Strike King SAF Iowa High School State Championship. Scheduled for Saturday, April 19, the championships will bring the …

U.S. Soccer Welcomes USAFF as New Disabled Service Organization

USAFF earns DSO status with U.S. Soccer, marking a major step forward in promoting inclusive opportunities through amputee soccer. MCKINNEY, TX, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Amputee Football Federation ( …

Knowing God Intimately and Truly, Presented by Atticus Publishing

‘Expanding the Horizons of Divine Knowledge’ SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atticus Publishing proudly presents "Knowing God Intimately and Truly" (KGIT), a profound entry into the See, Love, …

NEAS Tackles Housing Pressure by Providing Smarter International Student Accommodation Solutions

Debate rages in Australia about housing shortages and it seems our major parties blame international students. NEAS offers an intelligent resolution. MELBOURNE, VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, April 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEAS Australia is urging …

Atticus Publishing proudly present Poplar Hill by Stephen Ramey Glines - A Tale of Resilience and Redemption

Unravels a Compelling Tale Amidst Historical Chaos CA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atticus Publishing is thrilled to announce the book "Poplar Hill," a riveting new novel by the esteemed Stephen Ramey Glines. …

Fertility Institute of San Diego is First Fertility Clinic in San Diego to Offer AI Driven EmbryoScope™ for IVF Success

Dr. Minoos Hosseinzadeh introduces San Diego, CA first EmbryoScope™, AI-driven time-lapse imaging to optimize embryo selection and enhance the IVF process. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Under the leadership of …

Breaking News: Amazon Cancels National Arab American Heritage Month 2025 Commemoration

Decision Reflects a Broader, Systematic Effort to Suppress Arab American Voices and Visibility WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- We deeply regret to announce the cancellation of the National Arab American …

Meadowlark Optics Announces Ultra-High Power Spatial Light Modulator

leading the industry with a 1.4 kW damage threshold capability FREDERICK, CO, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Meadowlark Optics has demonstrated a liquid crystal on silicon (LCoS) spatial light modulator (SLM) operating at a …

MADD Central Florida Gala at SeaWorld Raises Critical Funds to Support Victims and Prevent Impaired Driving

MADD Central FL aligned with community partner, Weinstein Legal Team, to raise funds for MADD’s victim services. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 29th, the Central Florida community gathered for a powerful …

Mujo Learning Systems Launches 'Artificial Intelligence Literacy'

Innovative New Textbook Equips Higher Education Students with Essential AI Knowledge and Real-World Skills TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mujo Learning Systems, an independent publisher, is proud to announce the …

5th Annual Tickle My Money Bone!® A Comedy and Financial Empowerment Event Set for May 1st

The 5th Annual Tickle My Money Bone!® event on May 1st, 2025, in Baltimore, MD, combines comedy by Larry Lancaster, music by DJ Rizzo, and financial literacy. BALTIMORE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 5th Annual Tickle My Money …

NIPES Announces 2025 Global Engineering & Science Award Winners

PITTSFIELD , MA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Institute of Professional Engineers and Scientists (NIPES) proudly announces the recipients of the 2025 NIPES Awards, honoring excellence in engineering, science, …

Homecoming: The Cruise Partners with National Pan-Hellenic Council™ as Official Sponsor for 2025 Leadership Conference

2026 Cruise will Celebrate Divine Nine™ Culture and Support HBCU Students: 100% of Net Proceeds to Fund HBCU and Divine Nine™ Scholarships ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Homecoming: The Cruise is proud to …

Bristol County Suicide Prevention Advocates Release Blended Hearts Online Courses of Study

TAUNTON, MA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- https://www.iffresources.com/courses Steve Palm (The Kacie Project ( https://thekacieproject.org/), Joseph Marques, Tracey Pacheco Medeiros, & …

TITANIC: THE OFFICIAL EXHIBITION SETS SAIL FOR BARCELONA

RMS Titanic, Inc. Presents Real, Authentic Titanic Artifacts for the First Time in Barcelona ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For the first time ever, Barcelona audiences can experience the grandeur of Titanic …

The Death of Third-Party Cookies: NYC Augustus Kirby, Explains How Brands Are Adapting to a Cookieless Future

The Death of Third-Party Cookies: NYC Marketing Expert, Augustus Kirby, Explains How Brands Are Adapting to a Cookieless Future NEW YORK, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The digital marketing landscape is undergoing …

Marnie Thies of Marnie Thies Violin Lessons Shares Violin Lesson Structure for Intermediate-Level Students

Marnie Thies of Marnie Thies Violin Lessons Shares Violin Lesson Structure for Intermediate-Level Students ST. PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Marnie Thies of proviolin.com is a full-time Suzuki violin instructor. …

SolidCAM appoints David Boucher as Strategic Technical Advisor

SolidCAM, a global leader in integrated CAM solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Boucher as its new Strategic Technical Advisor. NEWTOWN, PA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SolidCAM, a global leader in …

Hope for Spotted Turtles: Orianne Society Discovers New Population in Georgia

TIGER, GA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an exciting breakthrough for turtle conservation, biologists with The Orianne Society have uncovered a previously unknown population of the elusive and imperiled Spotted Turtle ( …

DarkHorse Insurance Solutions: Veteran-Owned Team Serving Clients Across Texas and California

ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Guý Bester and Christa Angeles, a dynamic husband-and-wife team, are on a mission to redefine the way families, businesses, and individuals access insurance services through their …

Olena Motryuk Releases New Book, "Know Thyself. Mind," Exploring Self-Discovery

CA, UNITED STATES, April 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atticus Publishing proudly presents Author Olena Motryuk, invites readers on an enlightening journey of self-discovery with her recently published book, Know Thyself. Mind. This insightful guide …