AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoCatholic Colleges vs. the Demographic Cliff: U.S. Catholic schools are bracing for shrinking enrollment with new strategies to keep students coming—because the “demographic cliff” isn’t theoretical anymore. Local Governance: Iowa’s governor signed more than two dozen bills this week, including a citizenship-verification requirement for driver’s licenses and expanded human-trafficking protections. Education & Culture Wars: Parents in some districts are pushing back on classroom tech, arguing for opt-outs—while districts say technology is essential. Faith in Public Life: A lawsuit claims USDA leaders sent proselytizing “Christ is Risen” messages to employees, raising First Amendment questions. Community & Environment: Dordt University is getting $430,000 for a prairie stormwater pond to cut runoff and create hands-on learning. Sports & Identity: Carter Temple committed to North Dakota State, adding to the Bison’s quarterback pipeline as Iowa’s Field of Dreams expansion keeps inching toward its goal.
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