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 Here you will find recent news articles that prove that education is economics. U.S. Chamber to hold education forum - The U.S. Chamber of Commerce -- in the wake of a massive education effort launched by AT&T Inc. -- will stage a high-powered symposium on San Antonio work force issues next week, focusing on global competitiveness, employer perspectives and Latino education equity. The May 22 event is aimed at the business community because it will explore how companies can become better connected to education. (May 2008) Good schools attract business, no doubt - The owners of Clarcor, a billion-dollar manufacturing company, started shopping for a new home when they realized it was getting tougher to attract fresh talent to their Rockford, Ill., headquarters. One of the key factors in their relocation to Tennessee was the availability of a good public school system. (May 2008) Summit: Save STEM or watch America fail - At current rates of investment in STEM research and education, America is losing its competitive edge, panelists warn. (May 2008) High Dropout Rates Alabama's Biggest Economic Problem, Study Finds - A Southern Education Foundation report concluded almost 60 percent of Alabama's income gap with the rest of the nation can be blamed on the state's lower levels of education. (May 2008) Texas senator says 'keep America competitive' - On April 15, I met with the presidents of some of America's most prestigious universities to discuss improving our nation's global competitiveness. There is a growing consensus that America's future prosperity is threatened by an erosion in our educational capabilities. (April 2008) GCC stresses relationship with local business - The president of this community college realizes his school is prearing the area's future workforce. As a result, he wants local businesses to become involved in that process. Gwinnett Daily Post (April 2008) Lack of skilled workers will lead to fiscal crisis, experts say - With baby boomers preparing to retire as the best educated and most skilled workforce in U.S. history, a growing chorus of demographers and labor experts is raising concerns that workers in California and the nation lack the critical skills needed to replace them. (April 2008 - Education Commission of the States - ECS) Georgia Chamber Chairman Discusses Growth, Education - Charles Tarbutton, said the state has money to help schools achieve a higher level of performance from kindergarten to 12th grade. (April 2008) Business: Education + Economy - This opinion piece in the Atlanta Jewish Times underlines the link between education and the economy. (April 2008) Dougherty County praises business participation and support - This annual breakfast praises the many efforts of local businesses who are ensuring the county's education system has what it needs to excel. (April 2008) Valdosta/Lowndes County Chamber has an education plan - Taking action is what it takes and the local Chamber of Commerce makes education a foundation of its business plan. (April 2008) Fayette Chamber supports education - Raising money for math and science intiatives in the local schools is a big helping hand. (April 2008) Gates lobbies for tech visas - If we can't produce enough engineers, scientists and computer wizards and our visa laws won't allow foreign experts in, what will happen? Bill Gates says we will continue to lose our global competitive edge. (March 2008) Clayton County Works to Save Image - So, you don't think problems with a county's education system could impact the economic vitality of the community? Guess again and read this. (March 2008) High school dropouts cost California billions - The state is hemorrhaging billions of dollars by producing so many dropouts, many who are most likely to be unemployed, turn to crime, need state-funded medical care and more. (March 2008) Report: State Faces Hurdles in Life Sciences - Massachusetts has long enjoyed a largely unchallenged reputation as the world's center for the life sciences. But now global competition and a lack of trained workers threatens that title. (February 2008) Educating Our Children - Forbes Magazine understands how important education is. They have posted several articles here, icluding one from Bill Gates. (February 2008) Diploma Project raises bar for Tennessee - Today's economy demands a more qualified work force and schools that emphasize higher-order skills and critical thinking. (February 2008) STEM jobs will soon be economy's foundation - By now you should be accoustomed to hearing the acronym STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. (February 2008) New Plant to Create 450 Jobs - This new Bibb County business would not be locating there if they couldn't find a trainable workforce. (January 2008) The Economics of Education in Georgia - This report calls attention to some key lessons in the Georgia Partnership's briefing. (January 2008) Alcoa provides grant to Tennessee Chamber of Commerce - Money will encourage business leaders to take an active role in encouraging high school students to take rigorous courses as they build their future careers. (January 2008) Businesses taking more interest in education - The Economics of Education is not just a "Georgia thing." (January 2008) Jobs are coming, is work force ready? - Troup County is becoming the hotbed for employment but are we adequately preparing the work force for the new opportunities? (January 2008) Bridging the Gap - Columbus, GA business leaders clearly understand "Education is Economics." (December 2007) More than good grades - Business leaders say students need to be taught creativity. (November 2007) Electronics plant to go up in Rincon - Trainable workforce a must. (November 2007) World's school's teach U.S. a lesson - How can we build a workforce? (November 2007) |
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