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Education & Workforce Development
BRIAN WILLIAMS Commentary: High school dropouts are hard on city
January 9, 2006
Indiana has made significant progress in establishing some of the most demanding standards for primary and secondary students.
However, Indiana's and the nation's educational system can also be characterized by low high school graduation rates; no standard
for calculating graduation rates; persistent achievement gaps along racial and economic lines; a decline in "second chance"
opportunities for high school dropouts; a general inability to attract and retain highquality teachers, especially in underperforming
schools; and a bureaucratization of school structure that undermines...
MoreRETURN ON TECHNOLOGY: Let's throw computers out of the classroom
January 9, 2006
Tim AltomI have a proposal to improve our K-12 school systems, saving money, time and frustration, and probably improving overall education
to boot. Rip out all the computers. Take them away. Throw the cutesy game-style education software into a Dumpster. Keep just
enough to stock a programming lab, a keyboarding classroom, and to provide a couple in the library for special research. The
rest-out with them. After years of struggle to acquire networks, computers, software, printers and all the other trappings...
MoreSPORTS: Let me count the ways sports enrich education 264 494 281 512202 511 232 527284 494 301 512278 511 301 527234 511
257 527Other columnists tackle education topics. PAGES 8,9,12,28& 38
January 9, 2006
Bill BennerOther columnists tackle education topics. PAGES 8,9,12,28& 38 There is a school of thought that the pursuits of sports and
education are somehow mutually exclusive. Short of that, certainly there are those who believe sports are overemphasized in
relation to education and, in terms of expenditures, every dollar spent on sports is a dollar somehow taken away from education.
In Indiana, Our Man Mitch Daniels, the governor, has been critical of local school boards for approving the construction of
athletic...
MoreDaniels' team shakes up pension fund for teachers: Retirement plan may risk more on private equity
January 9, 2006
Peter SchnitzlerUnder Gov. Mitch Daniels, Indiana is renewing its commitment to making sure teachers receive their pensions. But in the process,
the state may also put their pension principal at greater risk. State Budget Director Chuck Schalliol said the $7.5 billion
Indiana State Teachers' Retirement Fund is considering expanding its holdings in private equity. The enormous pension fund
already allocates 5 percent of its assets, or $240 million, toward such investments, which include venture capital, real estate
and leveraged buyouts. Highly...
MoreCHRIS KATTERJOHN Commentary: Early learning is key to success
January 9, 2006
It was encouraging to see Gov. Mitch Daniels and Indiana Superintendent of Education Suellen Reed team up recently to offer
a plan by which school districts might share resources to free up extra money that could pay for more teachers and classroom
resources. One option suggested for the freed-up funds was statewide fullday kindergarten. While multiple uses for the money
can be found, it's clear an emphasis on kindergarten is a good way to go, as most experts now agree...
MoreSchools push financial literacy: Programs teach students the importance of investments, how Wall Street works
January 9, 2006
Tracy DonhardtFourth-graders at Crooked Creek Elementary School recently made $250 by making poinsettia-topped pens and selling them to
parents and teachers. Middle school students at Thomas Carr Howe Academy learn the value of putting a few dollars away each
week, so the mind-set of compounded savings will be instilled before they grow older. And, last month, a team of high school
students from Fort Wayne won a statewide stock-market-simulation contest by growing a hypothetical $100,000 investment 55
percent in 10 weeks....
MoreEducation, work force key hurdles to new economy:
January 2, 2006
Mark MilesHaving recently returned to Indiana after a 15-year absence, I see a region filled with both challenges and opportunities.
The Central Indiana Corporate Partnership, the organization I've returned to serve as president and CEO, is focused on long-term
economic prosperity for our region. To this end, our people are our most valuable resource. Unfortunately, central Indiana
faces a significant challenge in making our human capital match our goal of a knowledgebased, 21st-century economy. Indiana
ranks 46th in the educational attainment...
MoreSTATEHOUSE DISPATCH: Short legislative session may be eventful, for a change
January 2, 2006
Ed FeigenbaumWe've all become lulled into assuming that the so-called "short" session of the Indiana General Assembly in the even-numbered
years is the political equivalent of the practice of medicine: First, do no harm. In election years, lawmakers are reluctant
to do much beyond that which they must do to protect public health, safety and treasury. The short session originated as a
vehicle for handling emergencies arising between the odd-numbered-year budget sessions, and many legislators-particularly
those seeking re-election-didn't see much cause...
MoreIn the new year, building on the successes of 2005:
January 2, 2006
Bart PetersonThis past year was one of the most active and successful in our city's history. We pushed through legislation to fund an expansion
of the Indiana Convention Center and build a new multi-purpose stadium, both of which will be tremendous boons to our region's
economy, pumping in more than $2.25 billion in investment and creating more than 4,200 permanent jobs over the next 10 years.
In addition, through the leadership of the governor and legislature, a one-of-a-kind regional funding solution...
MoreEYE ON THE PIE: Cost of living depends on how you live
December 26, 2005
Morton Marcus"You can find warmer," I said, "but I'm not sure you'll find nicer anywhere." "Well, if you don't want to go, I could go myself,"
Myrtle pouted. "I could be a muse anywhere; it's a transferable skill and I don't need a license to practice. I'd just find
some nice writers or artists in another place, or even offer inspiration over the Internet." "How much do you make a year,
Myrtle?" I asked. "None of your business," she said curtly....
MoreNEWSMAKER Outspoken White takes charge at IPS:
December 26, 2005
-Chris O\'malleyNEWSMAKER Outspoken White takes charge at IPS Eugene White ruffled more than a few feathers early this year when he publicly
called Gov. Mitch Daniels "a liar." White, then the superintendent of Washington Township schools, didn't care for Daniels'
claim that the state's school administrators cared more about building projects than education. Like him or not, White doesn't
mince words. He has a stand-up style that this summer helped him land the job of superintendent of Indianapolis Public Schools.
The...
MoreRETURN ON TECHNOLOGY Tim Altom: Here is list of the worst tech foibles of 2005
December 26, 2005
Well, happy holidays again, my brethren! It's once more time for my holiday gift to you, a compendium of technological disasters
that test the assertion that we're happiest when we read about those who have been more humiliated than we were. As military
pilots used to say about their own missteps, "Man, that'll leave a crater." The most recent example in this hall of horrors
is Mizuho Securities, as reported by CNN Dec. 9. Massive, Tokyo-based Mizuho switched two numbers...
MoreTAWN PARENT Commentary: Do libraries need gun control?
December 19, 2005
My first job, at age 15, was shelving books in my neighborhood library. Those were the days of tidy card catalogs with brass-handled
drawers and hand-stamped "date due" cards tucked into the back of books. There wasn't a computer in the place. Times have
changed. Libraries now enable people without other Internet access to go online to research health problems, tap into business
databases, find information for school projects, locate needed social services, and even apply for jobs. A recent...
MoreERODING FOUNDATION: Endowment's assets fall with Lilly stock; heavy sale of shares dim chances for rebound
December 12, 2005
Scott OlsonEndowment's assets fall with Lilly stock; heavy sale of shares dim chances for rebound Wall Street is chipping away at Indianapolis'
most-venerable philanthropic institution. The value of Lilly Endowment's primary asset-Eli Lilly and Co. shares-has dropped
by more than half since 2000, forcing leaders to sell additional shares in order to give away hundreds of millions of dollars
as required each year. Still, the privately run endowment remains a major Eli Lilly shareholder, with nearly 148 million shares
of the company's...
MoreEYE ON THE PIE: Security depends on flexibility, not stability
December 12, 2005
Morton MarcusIn one word, what do we want? I suggest that word is security, physical and financial security. We want to live without fear
for our lives or our livelihoods. The atrocities of 9/11 made Americans more fearful about their physical security than they
had been since the early days of World War II. Our economic condition feels insecure as jobs drift to other nations, as health
care costs soar, and as both public and private pension plans are threatened. To...
MoreISO program gets high marks:
December 5, 2005
An Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra program that incorporates art and music into elementary schools benefits students and teachers,
according to an independent study released this month. ISO's School Partnership Program is in its sixth year. In the program,
ISO and the schools collaborate to create lesson plans and curricula incorporating the arts into classrooms and core subject
areas. The study, performed by Robert Horowitz, associate director of the Center for Arts Education Research at Teachers College,
Columbia University, evaluated progress at...
MoreProperty taxes could dominate session: Lawmakers face difficult chore of addressing flaws in market-assessment system
December 5, 2005
Peter SchnitzlerIndiana has been struggling for more than a decade to move its property tax system to a market value standard. Expect the
property tax reform debate to take center stage once again in the 2006 Indiana General Assembly. "The more things change,
the more they stay the same," said Karl Berron, vice president of the Indiana Association of Realtors. There are some who
would like to scrap the property tax system entirely and replace it with some other form of...
MoreHealth care: big problem for small business: Wyoming lawmaker's proposed legislation could end 10-year Senate impasse on controversial
solution
November 28, 2005
Matthew KishMore than 45 million Americans lack health insurance. And more than half of them are employed or dependent on someone who
works for a small business, according to the National Federation of Independent Business. It's a big problem-especially in
Indiana. Between 2000 and 2004, 5.6 percent of Hoosier workers lost employer-provided health care, according to the Economic
Policy Institute. That's a higher percentage than any state except Wisconsin. Legislation just introduced in Congress by Wyoming
Sen. Michael Enzi, however, may...
MoreHispanic market his target: Ponce Publicidad founder focuses on fast-growing demographic group
November 28, 2005
Anthony SchoettleThe Bank of Central America is moving into Florida and other parts of the southeast United States. While this development
might not seem significant for central Indiana business operators, Roberto Ponce thinks it's a sign. "The burgeoning Hispanic
market within the U.S. is becoming a major factor," said Ponce, president of Indianapolis-based Ponce Publicidad. "If domestic
businesses don't realize that and reach out to this segment, others from beyond our borders will." Ponce thinks his firm is
uniquely positioned to...
MoreFine-tuning a business strategy: Local violinmaker finds success by raising prices
November 28, 2005
Matthew KishF ine-tuning a business strategy Local violinmaker finds success by raising prices John Welch made a counterintuitive business
decision two years ago. The violin business was in decline. Asian manufacturers were turning out high-quality stringed instruments
for a fraction of the price of their American competitors. Welch decided to swim against the current. He raised prices. "We
realized the only way to compete with the Chinese was to improve our quality," said Welch, CEO of Indianapolis-based Sofia
Violins. "We realized...
MoreMerry Realty Inc.: Big plans for small firm Real estate agency tries to win business by teaching buyers rules of the game
November 21, 2005
Ed CallahanReal estate agency tries to win business by teaching buyers rules of the game Large agencies may dominate the residential
real estate game, but Indianapolis-based Merry Realty is trying to prove a small player still can make a big name for itself.
For years, Merry Realty has focused its efforts on properties in Indianapolis, but it is rapidly expanding into a more diverse
market, targeting booming areas like Hamilton County while staying loyal to its inner-city roots. Real estate broker...
MoreVIEWPOINT Valerie Eickmeier: Business needs to harness power of arts
November 21, 2005
VIEWPOINT Valerie Eickmeier Business needs to harness power of arts Indiana will more fully reach its potential in economic
development for the 21st century when its common goal is to build a community where commerce and creativity can thrive. The
world is entering an era some business leaders and economists are calling the "Conceptual Age." They trace the economic growth
of our country from agriculture to industrial manufacturing, technology and the Information Age. Today, our country's primary
economic growth and...
MoreITT Educational Services rebounds from federal probe: With stock at 52-week high, company plans growth
November 21, 2005
Scott OlsonAfter rebounding from a federal criminal probe that uncovered no wrongdoing, ITT Educational Services Inc. is proceeding with
an ambitious growth plan in hopes of building upon a bullish earnings run. The U.S. Attorney's Office in Houston, which led
the investigation into whether the Carmel-based private provider of postsecondary degree programs had falsified student records,
acknowledged in June that it did not turn up evidence justifying the charges. "It was very, very disruptive and very distracting
to the organization," ITT...
MoreMASTER OF THE PLAN: Ultra-prepared president has Purdue primed for 'pre-eminence'
November 14, 2005
Peter SchnitzlerIt's half-past eight on a Monday morning and Martin Jischke is at his desk, poring over notes. This is how Purdue University's
president spends his days and most of his nights-preparing to be prepared. At any time, Jischke could be interacting with
students, alumni, faculty, legislators or business leaders. He wants to be ready for their questions with clear, articulate
answers, no matter the subject. His responses seem off-thecuff, but make no mistake: Jischke has studied and considered his
position...
MoreWhat's up with kids (us) today? CHRIS KATTERJOHN Commentary:
November 14, 2005
News flash: Many kids today show little respect for or fear of authority, or anything else for that matter. Did you catch
Ruth Holladay's Nov. 8 column in The Indianapolis Star about the vandalized deer sculpture on the DePauw University campus?
A life-size sculpture of an eightpoint buck was created by New York artist Marc Swanson and donated to the school by the Butler
Family Foundation at a cost of five figures. It was a beautiful piece of public art,...
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Thank you for pointing out the absurdity of having The Naked Cowboy at Zoobilation. For the life of me, I don’t know why anyone would want a picture with that guy, but there were plenty of folks lined up to get a shot with him. The event could have used more restrooms out on the bridge, more photo booths and vendors offering something besides meat. There were a few more veg-friendly options this year than last, but it has a long way to go.
Went to Zoobilation Friday night and had a great time. The weather was super nice and the food was very good, for the most part. Lots of sliders this year at many different tents. The slider from Alexander's was inedible, all four in my group ended up tossing it after one bite. Some tents were out of food by 8:30 and one bar area was out of cups at 8:30, not sure how that can happen. Great event in Indy and I look forward to it each year.
Many of the small community hospitals are now owned by the "cash-strapped" Indy biggies, with more coming. The doctor-practise buying has been done precisely to sidestep tiered payments for out-of-hospital procedures. These are no better done, or safer, because someone administers a pain shot or snaps an x-ray in a doctor's office. And the non-payment issue is resolved next year when we all have insurance, even though many still think paying private insurers an extra 10-20% is what makes our system "world-class".
I'd love to see this rendering put into the context of the surrounding neighborhood/area to get a better feel for the surrounding scale. However, just by the looks of it, it appears to be an excellent project. I'm pretty sure that if Scott Olson had said nothing regarding Chicago or Wrigleyville, Mr. "Horrible" would have found nothing bad to say. I'd love to know how Indy is becoming "Chicagofied"...
Truly great and funny play. Vocalists were Broadway caliber and stage settings ideal for small stage. Would go again!