Morning Bell: Preschool Programs, School Choice, Higher Education Funding
Preschool a focus of first community meeting – “On the question of pre-school, Becky Wildauer said a first step ought to be for the state to require all children to attend kindergarten. Indiana is one of only a handful of states that does not.” Get On The Bus
Keep parents in charge of children’s education – “Indiana has moved quickly on a number of school reform issues. It’s important to continue this change, with the principle of putting the parent in charge of a child’s education being paramount. “ The Times of Northwest Indiana
West Lafayette hopes film finds its mark – “Through the eyes of education policy experts along with several internal stories from within the district, the documentary argues for a greater focus on early childhood education, a less politicized approach to education and a greater equality among school resources.” Lafayette Journal and Courier
How Higher Education Is Meeting Financial Challenges
—Tom Taylor, vice president of enrollment at Ball State University
Ball State looking out of state for students – “Ball State University’s year-old recruiting campaign to enroll New Jersey high schoolers has tripled the number of Garden State freshmen arriving on campus this fall compared to a year ago.” The Muncie Star Press
New formula would impact ISU’s budget – “Indiana State University’s state appropriation could be cut nearly $3.4 million under a performance-based funding formula recommended by the Indiana Commission for Higher Education.” Terre Haute Tribune-Star
Evansville freezes tuition at $30,000 a year – “University President Thomas Kazee said at a news conference Thursday the rate will remain at that level through four years or all current students and freshman entering next year. He said the university is breaking from the pattern of private colleges and universities raising tuition by 4 percent to 5 percent annually.” Fort Wayne Journal Gazette