By LaVerne Schueller —– I was an eyewitness to history on the day that changed our nation forever. A group …
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By LaVerne Schueller —– I was an eyewitness to history on the day that changed our nation forever. A group …
The Gazette Opinion Staff Guest Columnists Sep. 10, 2011 12:43 am5273d ago
By Dan Barkley —– Last year’s preschool debate in the Legislature was never about ending preschool but rather about how …
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Guest Columnists Sep. 10, 2011 12:40 am5273d ago
By Shelly Pearson —- It is my opinion that the state should make preschool funding available to all 4-year-olds, even …
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Guest Columnists Sep. 10, 2011 12:37 am5273d ago
By David Law —- ‘Our children are our best investment for the future of our society.” I was reminded of …
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By Tom Snyder —– In recent months, solar energy has (finally, again) started (maybe!) to become mentionable in Iowa, especially …
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Guest Columnists Sep. 7, 2011 12:21 am5276d ago
By Tanya Sullivan —- Before making a final decision, Iowans like to kick the tires and look under the hood. …
The Gazette Opinion Staff Guest Columnists Sep. 6, 2011 12:00 am5277d ago
By Steven Brody —– As a growing number of abortion facilities close, and the abortion rate drops in most states, …
The Gazette Opinion Staff Guest Columnists Sep. 4, 2011 12:53 am5279d ago
By Ron Toyne —– I do not know of any Iowa parent who does not want his or her child …
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Guest Columnists Sep. 4, 2011 12:37 am5279d ago
I know Cedar Rapids Community School District has a very successful STEP-UP preschool program for children who turn 4 on …
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Schools in Iowa are graduating students at one of the highest rates in the country, and our test scores still …
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Guest Columnists Sep. 4, 2011 12:25 am5279d ago
Put kids first! These three words form an important framework for the complex task of meeting the educational needs of …
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Guest Columnists Sep. 4, 2011 12:24 am5279d ago
I believe that universal preschool for all 4-year-olds in Iowa is a wise investment in our future. I’m a working …
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