Schools turning to hands-on projects that articulate the ‘why behind what kids are learning
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Schools turning to hands-on projects that articulate the ‘why behind what kids are learning
This year’s Iowa Ideas conference will also touch on that growing impetus to “meet the needs of students” with a session asking what those needs are – including in the mental health realm.
The Gazette’s Iowa Ideas conference kicks off today. Volunteerism is one theme among many of the panel discussions happening Thursday and Friday. Volunteering has been declining for decades, but the pandemic and economic struggles have exacerbated the trend at a time when demand for nonprofit services continues to increase.
If there’s one thing to remember about this year’s Iowa Ideas keynotes, it’s that these women didn’t hesitate when it came time to take their shot.
In 1900, almost three-fourths of Iowa population lived on farms or in small towns. By 2010, only 36 percent of Iowans remained in rural areas. Most small Iowa towns will never gain population again. That’s why some have turned their focus from growing numbers, to growing quality of life.
As the number of people living unsheltered continues to set records in Linn County, a chronically homeless population in need of different housing interventions is becoming more visible.
At age 66, Roger Starr died a homeless veteran in Cedar Rapids. But he went out the same way he camped in the city for over a year: on his own terms.
Following a record unsheltered summer count in 2022, the trend continues upward for winter, too.
After 9 months, the city of Cedar Rapids razed a homeless encampment near the Cedar River. Here’s their process for clearing homeless camps and why they say it’s necessary.
Iowa Ideas is back! This year’s tracks included: Community Development, Policy, Workforce, Health Care, Human & Social Services, Energy & Environment, Education, Diversity Equity & Inclusivity, as well as our brand new track this year – Arts & Culture.
Representatives from myriad state organizations discuss the topic, and Gov. Kim Reynolds’ proposed legislation.
Iowa native delivers inspirational keynote address for Iowa Ideas 2022
All eyes are on Iowa, legendary Hawkeye wrestling coach Dan Gable said Friday during the closing keynote portion of The Gazette’s sixth annual Iowa Ideas conference.
Iowa HHS director Kelly Garcia addressed MCOs, state agency mergers and the closure of a state-run care facility
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