2018 IA Governor's race: on Education
Fred Hubbell:
School systems and teachers know best what they need
Fred will work with local school districts to give them more discretion over how they locally allocate funds. Whether schools need better transportation options, programs to attract top-notch teachers in rural areas or special funding for
ELL programs in urban areas, each school system across the state should be able to provide for their community in the best way possible. Teachers deserve the resources they need to educate and children deserve stability in their education.
Source: 2018 Iowa Gubernatorial campaign website, FredHubbell.com
Jun 26, 2018
Jake Porter:
Vouchers let parents choose the school of their choice
Q: Do you support or oppose the statement, "Vouchers for school choice"?
A: Allow open enrollment and parents to choose the school of their choice for their children.ÿ
Source: OnTheIssues interview of 2018 Iowa Governor candidate
May 18, 2018
Marco Battaglia:
Vouchers are wrong for paying for private schooling
Q: Do you support or oppose the statement, "Vouchers for school choice"?
A: Oppose. Vouchers are based on the government's taking of money from people in order to fund the costs of private schooling for a select number of people's children. This is wrong.ÿ
Source: OnTheIssues interview of 2018 Iowa Governor candidate
May 13, 2018
Cathy Glasson:
Wants public education to be affordable and high quality
It's no wonder many Iowans I've been talking to feel left behind by a rigged economy that hasn't worked for them for decades. Now, they see their kids and grandkids no longer having a fair shot to get ahead through education.
We're outlining a progressive vision to make Iowa #1 in public education again. My generation had the opportunity to get ahead with a quality, affordable public education in Iowa. Our kids and college students deserve no less today.
Source: 2018 Iowa gubernatorial candidate website CathyGlasson.com
May 2, 2018
Nate Boulton:
State must fund public schools, not voucher schemes
Iowa can be a world-class leader in education if we prioritize consistent funding for education at all levels--from universal pre-K to higher education. Nate will champion education issues so that school districts can thrive instead
of struggling to make ends meet and competing against each other for funds. Additionally, we must resist efforts that would take funds out of our public schools to support private and home school voucher or savings account schemes.
Source: 2018 Iowa gubernatorial campaign website BoultonForIowa.com
Jul 17, 2017
Nate Boulton:
Supports teacher's unions to attract best teachers
Republicans gutted teachers' rights to bargain for better base wages, earn raises, and receive the benefits they deserve for serving as leaders in building the future for our local communities.
Nate will ensure Iowa values the profession of teaching by fighting to restore teachers' rights and ensure we have the best and brightest teaching our children.
Source: 2018 Iowa gubernatorial campaign website BoultonForIowa.com
Jul 17, 2017
Andy McGuire:
Restore cuts: put students ahead of lobbyists
I have spoken with educators who did not have enough desks for their students so some sat on the floor during class. I have heard from others about history textbooks that are so old they do not include Sept. 11, 2001; and other school districts that do
not have the funds to offer music, art or language courses. Iowa's public school students deserve better. Our families deserve better. I believe it is a matter of priorities, and as governor I will make those hard choices and put our students ahead of
lobbyists and corporate tax giveaways.The issue in Iowa is further complicated by the growing uncertainty in Washington, DC. President Trump's budget calls for education cuts of nearly $10 billion, which will have devastating impacts across the state.
The Trump budget will cut millions from career and technical education programs which are so important to our future economy. The Trump budget slashes much needed funds for after-school programs, teacher training and class-size reduction.
Source: 2018 Iowa governor campaign website McGuireForGovernor.com
Jul 2, 2016
Andy McGuire:
Restore $21M in cuts to higher education
Because of mismanagement of the state's budget by the Branstad-Reynolds administration, Iowa state universities received budget cuts of $18 million. Additionally $3 million was cut from our community colleges.Rising tuition costs mean fewer families
are able to send their kids to school, and those who attend, end up with high student loan debt. Rising community college tuition has an adverse effect on enrollment at a time when employers need a specialized workforce.
Source: 2018 Iowa governor campaign website McGuireForGovernor.com
Jul 2, 2016
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