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February 9, 2012

Iowa News

Early Intervention Brings Boy’s Speech Up to Speed

Braille Contests Offer Unique Experiences for Visually Impaired Students

Slowly, kids are learning value of better nutrition

Des Moines school board OKs loan for upgrades

Five juveniles arrested for drugs at Waukee school

Cost of new elementary jobs: $3 million

Music and a cuddly friend connect

Former Iowa school official pleads guilty to theft

National News

10 states to get "No Child Left Behind" waivers

Educators, Parents Hold Mixed Views on Testing

Eligible Students Forgo Taking AP

'Parent Trigger' Laws Gain Traction, But Slowly

Battle for Whiteboard-Market Supremacy Heats Up