MASSON: Consider the key community effects of public schools
Schools help create a knowledgeable citizenry that can be economically productive and civically involved.
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MEREDITH: Election has much at stake for public education
Our kids’ futures are at a crossroads in Indiana, and Hoosier voters have a choice this election season on which direction the state takes. It is now more important than ever to support candidates dedicated to advancing public education and the education profession. The state is facing a crisis: a shortage of qualified candidates for […]
BOEHM: Move politics out of redistricting with outside commission
Unless the courts intervene, redistricting reform in Indiana requires a statute or a constitutional amendment, both of which require approval of both chambers of the General Assembly, which has lacked the will to add Indiana to the growing list of states that have achieved redistricting reform.
McCORMICK: Use collaboration to come up with less time-consuming test
After ISTEP+ ends, Indiana must still have a gauge of how students are progressing toward their targets. These state-mandated summative assessments must be shortened and take less than 1 percent of instructional time per grade level.
RITZ: Replace high-stakes ISTEP with smaller tests throughout year
Indiana needs an assessment system that is student-centered, transparent and provides quick and valuable feedback about how students are performing throughout the year.
MORRIS: Aggressive panhandling bad for biz
It’s time for the city to take another look at a problem that only seems to be getting worse.
EDITORIAL: De-politicize map making
Turning map-making over to an independent commission can’t be the only goal. The state must set priorities for fair districts.
SKARBECK: Crisis in student loans requires bold solutions
Cracks are widening in the growing student loan crisis.
BOHANON & STYRING: Government pension plans don’t always pay up
There is the real political risk that the governmental unit might not make the necessary pension fund contributions. Mary retires and there is nothing in the kitty except the promise to tax current taxpayers to pay Mary’s pension.
DINING: New to the area, Firebirds takes familiar flight path
Handsome bar with bold lighting? Check. Big, comfortable booths? Check. Visible kitchen? Check. Food choices that require no explanation? Check.
HOOSIER BEACON: Richard Lieber founded Indiana’s park system
Though lacking any state funding, Lieber proposed that the state’s 1916 centennial should be celebrated through the creation of a state park system. The first two state parks, McCormick’s Creek and Turkey Run, both opened in December of that year.
LOU’S VIEWS: Phoenix ‘Starcatcher’ is moving in more ways than one
Plus thoughts on the IRT season opener “The Three Musketeers.”
LOPRESTI: Recalling the Cubs’ still-magical 1908
Those boys of summer won the World Series in front of a crowd of … 6,000.
Columnist unfairly attacked UIndy student for activism
Arab and Muslim college student activists are under attack. If they show solidarity with the people of Palestine and call for an end to the Israeli occupation, their activities are scrutinized and they are harassed. Across the country, these student activists have been called “terrorists” or “anti-Semitic” for their criticism of Israel. In Indianapolis, our […]
Pedal pubs don’t need more regulations
Is there some sort of huge problem with “pedal pubs” [City councilors seek restrictions on booze-cruising pedal pubs, IBJ.com, Sept. 22]? We have two pedal pubs in Marion County and they have been operating for several years now. Both businesses have liability insurance out the wazoo. Where is the huge problem that is being solved […]
WESTERHAUS-RENFROW: For future negotiating success, get gritty
Grit is a collective mind-set of hardy character traits and personal resilience. Research shows grit is a better predictor of long-term success than IQ and conscientiousness.
BART PETERSON: Embracing the ‘connectivity economy’
To succeed in the 21st century, we need easy access—and we need to be easily accessible to—markets, ideas, capital and talent from coast to coast and around the world. Those are the four elements of the new connectivity economy.
DVORAK: Make repeal of medical device tax permanent
With the temporary tax suspension, device companies are once again reinvesting in development of the next generation of life-changing medical devices.
LOU’S VIEWS: Stillness dominates Eiteljorg’s annual ‘Quest for the West’
Most of the work has been sold, but you can through Oct 9 when the collectors collect.
DINING: Rebar Indy rehabs downtown dive near City-County Building
Don’t let the address’ past keep you from visiting this new drinkery near the City-County Building.