When legislators become learners: Bridging the gap between policy and early childhood education
Early childhood education advocates are inviting legislators into classrooms in hopes of addressing systemic issues in childcare across Indiana.
Coverage of schools from pre-k and kindergarten through higher education, including trade and online classes.
Early childhood education advocates are inviting legislators into classrooms in hopes of addressing systemic issues in childcare across Indiana.
Offering more personalized education and less oversight, some parents in Indiana are turning to microschools – but educational experts question whether this growing trend will provide a lasting solution to public education concerns.
“We’ve been getting money here and there, but this is serious money that shows other foundations and the community what we’re capable of. Our hope is that this is just the start, and that we’ll continue building the relationships and systems we need to keep serving Latino youth and their families, wherever they are.”
“We did all of our homework, and now we just need people to know that we’ve got this great program. It’s a win-win for everyone.”
“The program supports the mutual goals to ensure our communities have the number and quality of nurses needed to care for the region."
“For our students, they are getting real-world, hands-on experiences working on key projects for innovative companies. For corporations and entrepreneurs, they are gaining access to facilities, research and development services that are making a difference on their bottom line. The regional economy here in Northeast Indiana benefits from both of these things.”
Promise IT is a new, innovative program that guarantees admission to Indiana Tech for any Fort Wayne Community School student.
"It’s true that physicians are likely to end up practicing where they complete their residency. We have an opportunity to build a pipeline of highly trained physicians who will be able to care for this community for years to come."
Next time you are at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo, take in the sights and sounds of the African continent.
“We are trying to help the parents be better parents or help them develop as parents, so the program is also about them, not just the children.”
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