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New computer science instruction grant available

The Iowa Department of Education today announced that $850,000 in competitive grant funding is available to Iowa school districts and accredited nonpublic schools to align computer science programs, including career and technical education programs in …

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DMACC Newton campus receives $250,000 matching challenge

The second phase of the DMACC Newton Campus Legacy Plaza Greenspace project has received a fundraising challenge from Chris and Denise Vernon, who announced a $250,000 Vernon Challenge Grant to help secure funds for the …

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Iowa schools recognized by iJAG, JAG

Iowa Jobs for America’s Graduates (iJAG) announced that Iowa schools, educators and organizations have earned state and national recognitions. iJAG and its national affiliate, Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG), recognized Iowa and several key stakeholders for excellence in …

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State announces $5M in funding for child care, preschool partnerships

Gov. Kim Reynolds recently announced $5 million in funding to expand 19 child care and preschool program partnerships. The Continuum of Care grant program aims to encourage partnerships between child care providers and preschools and …

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Drake University professors to host free virtual event on generative AI

Two Drake University professors, Chris Porter, the director of Drake’s artificial intelligence program and an associate professor of computer science, and Chris Snider, a professor in the Drake’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication, will …

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Caitlin Clark Foundation supports Des Moines students

Ahead of the new school year, the Caitlin Clark Foundation hosted an event at McCombs Middle School to support nearly 500 students from Des Moines Public Schools and local parochial schools. The foundation distributed meals, …

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DMACC announces changes among board of directors

The Des Moines Area Community College board of directors announced it unanimously approved several personnel changes at its most recent meeting. DMACC vice president Kevin Halterman was elected board president, succeeding Joe Pugel, who retired …

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Iowa Rural Development Council launches new leadership training grants

The Iowa Rural Development Council has launched a new program to provide funds for local organizations looking to develop leadership trainings focused on skills and professional development. The SPARK Leadership Grant Program is targeted toward …

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Drake University’s Kelly Bruhn inducted into PRSA College of Fellows

Drake University has announced Kelly Bruhn, professor of public relations and associate dean of Drake’s School of Journalism and Mass Communications has been inducted into the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) College of Fellows. …

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DMACC opens presidential application process

The Des Moines Area Community College board of directors announced it is accepting applications for its fifth president and CEO. DMACC’s next president will assume the role on Jan. 1, 2026, succeeding Rob Denson, who …