News for Education
Wednesday, July 09, 2025
MCS welcomes Principal Thompson to Frances Slocum ElementaryThompson brings more than 20 years of educational experience to his new role.
Marion Community Schools is pleased to announce that Adam Thompson has been named principal of Frances Slocum Elementary School.
Thompson brings almost 20 years of educational experience, including work as an elementary teacher and as a district-level leader, ...read more
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Tuesday, July 08, 2025
Link here: lmrmth05.pdf
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Tuesday, July 08, 2025
PRESS RELEASE
IU Kokomo partners with IU Southeast to support teachers of English language learners
KOKOMO, Ind. — More than half of the children who attend Logansport Community Schools speak a language other than English at home.
Indiana University Kokomo and its partner, IU Southeast, assist the school in meeting the needs of these students by offering teachers the opportunity to earn ...read more
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Wednesday, July 02, 2025
Link: City of Marion, IN | Next Business Talk: 7/23/25, ft. Megan Gilmore
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Wednesday, July 02, 2025
FMLA v. ADA:
What Employers Need to Know
July 15, 2025
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Eastern Time
A FREE Virtual Event
Link here: EEOC Event Registration Free event: FMLA V. ADA
Learn from the experts. For employers seeking familiarity on the ADA and FMLA.
Categories: Chamber, Education, Economic
Tuesday, July 01, 2025
PRESS RELEASE
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Orchard project underway in IU Kokomo Sustainability Meadow
KOKOMO, Ind. — There’s something new growing in Sustainability Meadow.
Indiana University Kokomo’s Student Sustainability Council, together with faculty and community volunteers, planted 20 apple trees in the ecological restoration site as part of a long-term plan to increase campus ...read more
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
PRESS RELEASE
IUK launches new three-year business degree
KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo students can now fast track their future by earning a business degree in three years.
IU Kokomo will debut a three-year Bachelor of Science in Business degree program July 1, offering students an accelerated path to their careers.
“It’s the same highly respected IU degree, with the same ...read more
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Tuesday, July 01, 2025
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Tuesday, June 24, 2025
6 Questions Every Smart Small Business Owner Asks
(Your success may depend on how honestly you answer these)
When you want to get to know someone better and have a great conversation, what do you do?
You ask them questions, of course. Questions get the conversation started and they show you have an interest in the person you’re speaking with.
The same is true of your business.
Asking and ...read more
Categories: Education, Chamber
Monday, June 23, 2025
PRESS RELEASE
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Student-led FIT camp fights childhood obesity with wellness education
KOKOMO, Ind. — Erika Johnson hopes to be a pediatric nurse someday.
This week, she’s gained valuable experience working with children at Indiana University Kokomo’s annual FIT camp.
“This is going to make me a better nurse by teaching me to deal with situations that might make me ...read more
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Monday, June 23, 2025
Congratulations to our 2025 outstanding alumni award winners! | Marion Community Schools
Marion Community Schools announces outstanding alumni award winners
Marion Community Schools is pleased to announce the 2025 inductees for the Marion High School Hall of Distinction, along with the MHS Athletics Hall of Fame and the MHS Arts Hall of Fame.
All of these inductees will be honored ...read more
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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
PRESS RELEASE
More camp photos here.
Kids College expands world for Marion middle schoolers
KOKOMO, Ind. — When Skyla Diskey grows up, she wants to be “some kind of doctor.”
As an incoming seventh grader at McCulloch Junior High, she took initial steps toward her career goal by attending Indiana University Kokomo’s Ignite Your Future Kids College.
“You can make new friends and learn about ...read more
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Wednesday, June 18, 2025
PRESS RELEASE
IU Kokomo congratulates May 2025 graduates
KOKOMO, Ind. — Indiana University Kokomo congratulates the 275 students who earned degrees in May 2025. The graduates represent 36 Indiana counties, five states, and three countries.
Those who earned degrees include:
Akron
Nicole M. Ziemek, Bachelor of Science in Business
Alexandria
Jenna Sherrae Smith, Bachelor of Science in ...read more
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Tuesday, April 22, 2025
Check out the list of upcoming training opportunities available for FREE to Early Childhood Educators thanks to ECI TRAC! Use the individual links to register for the date you are interested in. Not an Early Childhood Educator? No problem! We offer training for any business or organization for $75/person! Contact Libby for more information: libby@thrivinggrantcounty.com Training Dates:May 10th ...read more
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