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EPA Fulfills Another Trump Administration Promise

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the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized a rule that establishes the required renewable volumes under the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) program for 2020, and the biomass-based diesel volume for 2021. Through this action, the Trump Administration has fulfilled yet another key promise to the American people, American farmers and American biofuels producers by increasing biofuels volumes under the renewable fuel standard and modifying the program requirements to ensure those volumes are met. The EPA is committed to ensuring a net of 15 billion gallons of conventional biofuel is blended in 2020.

“Through President Trump’s leadership, this Administration continues to promote domestic ethanol and biodiesel production, supporting our Nation’s farmers and providing greater energy security,” said EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler. “President Trump committed to our nation’s farmers that biofuel requirements would be expanded in 2020. At the EPA we are delivering on that promise and ensuring a net of 15 billion gallons of conventional biofuel are blended into the nation’s fuel supply.”

Under the Trump Administration, EPA has consistently increased the renewable volume obligations and continued to expand the nation’s renewable fuels sector. Through this rule, EPA has modified the RFS program by projecting small refinery relief to ensure that these final volumes are met, while adjudicating small refinery relief when appropriate. As proposed, we are finalizing a projection methodology based on the 2016-2018 annual average of exempted volumes had EPA strictly followed the Department of Energy (DOE) recommendations of 770 million Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) in those years, including granting 50 percent relief where DOE recommended 50 percent relief. This is our general approach to adjudicating Small Refinery Exemption (SRE) petitions going forward, beginning with 2019 SRE petitions and including 2020 SRE petitions and beyond, we are committed to following the DOE recommendations. By proposing effectively 15.8 billion gallons for 2020 we will ensure meeting our target of 15 billion gallons.

The key elements of today’s action are as follows:

  • “Conventional” biofuel volumes, primarily met by corn ethanol, will be maintained at the 15 billion gallon target set by Congress for 2020.
  • Cellulosic biofuel volumes for 2020, and thus advanced biofuel volumes, will increase by almost 170 million gallons over the 2019 standard.
  • Biomass-based diesel volumes for 2021 will be equivalent to the standard for 2020, still more than double the statutory requirement.
  • EPA will closely examine the labeling requirements for E15 fuel and move forward with clarifying regulations as needed.
  • EPA has modified the way RFS obligations are determined to better ensure that these volumes are met, while still allowing for relief for small refineries consistent with the direction provided by Congress under the statute. By proposing effectively 15. 8 billion gallons we will net out at 15 billion.

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This final rule is the latest in a series of steps the Administration has taken to expand domestic energy production and improve the RFS program which will help American farmers.

More information can be found here: https://www.epa.gov/renewable-fuel-standard-program/final-renewable-fuel-standards-2020-and-biomass-based-diesel-volume

Earlier this year, the Trump Administration made good on its promise to allow the year-round sale of E15 gasoline across the country. Building on the President’s earlier decision to allow year-round sales of E15, EPA is working to streamline labeling and remove other barriers to the sale of E15. EPA is also making important reforms to the Renewable Identification Number (RIN) compliance system to improve transparency and to deter price manipulation in the RIN market. These efforts will provide certainty and transparency to farmers and biofuel producers across the country.

Under President Trump’s leadership, EPA will continue to actively engage with stakeholders to expand the number of approved fuel pathways and add diversity to the biofuel mix in the United States. Since January 2017, EPA has approved 25 petitions for new fuel pathways, including a final rule in August 2018 that approved new pathways for biofuels derived from sorghum. EPA will continue to further explore opportunities to remove regulatory burdens that prevent marketplace entrance and growth to natural gas, flexible fuel vehicles, and E85 fuels.

Since taking office in 2017, the EPA under the Trump Administration has worked to provide long-term certainty and a workable regulatory environment for U.S. farmers and ranchers, including:

In future, separate actions:

  • EPA will take final action to address the court’s 2016 remand.
  • USDA will pursue opportunities through the budget process to consider infrastructure projects that would accommodate higher biofuel blends.

The Trump Administration will continue to enact sensible regulation that improves the lives of all Americans.

HOT JOBS IN EVANSVILLE AREA

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HOT JOBS IN EVANSVILLE IN AREA
Healthcare Administrative Assistant
TriState Functional Wellness – Evansville, IN
$22,880 – $30,000 a year
Meet and greet patients as they enter our office. Always have a pleasant personality.Healthcare experience is helpful but not required.
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Medical Office Assistant
Deaconess Health System 3.7/5 rating   448 reviews  – Evansville, IN
Maintains positive patient oriented services in the provision of medical office services to the patient, family members, visitors and physicians in the office…
Dec 17
Part-time Office Assistant
Happe and Sons Construction, Inc. – Evansville, IN
The hours are 11 am – 4 pm Monday through Friday. Happe & Sons Construction is looking for a part time office assistant.
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Dec 17
Administrative Assistant – Real Estate
The Dauby Team of Keller Williams Capital Realty – Evansville, IN
$12 – $16 an hour
Communicate regularly with the clients to send reminders, check in, answer questions, and let them know what to expect in each step of the closing process.
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Dec 16
Administrative Assistant
Trans Ash, Inc. – Newburgh, IN
Assist site project supervision w/project administration. Enter payroll hours and cost code equipment and labor on time cards. 2+ years of relevant experience.
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Dec 17
Administrative Coordinator
Southwest Indiana Chamber – Evansville, IN
$35,000 – $40,000 a year
Assists Community Development team with grant administrationduties, fund tracking in Excel and paperwork organizing. Flexible in work schedule and job task(s).
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Dec 16
Medical Front Desk Receptionist
Virtual Consult MD – Evansville, IN
$10 – $12 an hour
Is seeking a motived and energetic Front Desk Receptionist with customer service experience for our busy Evansville, Indiana office.
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Dec 16
Medical Front Desk Receptionist (TSOS WEST)
Tri-State Orthopaedic Surgeons – Evansville, IN
Flexibility to work between the hours of 6:30am and 6:30pm, as well as some Saturdays. Front Desk Receptionist Job Description Form 10.32.
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Dec 13
Administrative Clerk, Foundation Accounting/Finance and Administration – N19112NA
University of Southern Indiana 4.3/5 rating   107 reviews  – Evansville, IN
$10.66 an hour
Provide backup support for other Finance and Administration staff during peak work times or absences. The University of Southern Indiana’s Foundation Accounting…
Dec 12
Front Desk Receptionist
Confidential – Evansville, IN
FT Front Deck Receptionist. Medical office. Fast paced office. Communication and teamwork a must. Able to multi-task. Prefer medical office experience x 1 year…
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Administrative Assistant
Ameriprise – Mount Vernon, IN
Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Box, online document management. Experience in banking, accounting or legal offices.
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Part-time Office Assistant
La-Z-Boy Midwest 4.3/5 rating   25 reviews  – Evansville, IN
$11 an hour
Our La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries store in Evansville, IN needs a reliable, organized Office Assistant to manage our front office on some nights and weekends.
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FOOD INSPECTION REPORT FOR VANDERBURGH COUNTY

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Food Inspection Reports 12-19-2019

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Notes from 8/1/19 meeting with DJ Thompson, Mike Sides and Alan Yeager

  • “Administration sucks. This is nothing personal against Billy.”
  • Manpower issues. Department is 18 officers short. Officers can’t get days off when they want them. – They get days off when planning ahead. No employer gives days off “whenever the employee wants”
  • “People are just walking out…leaving here for lesser paying police jobs.” – Who left here to what department—what were the other circumstances? Wife got new job? Went back to their home area?
  • Not enough officers to do police work. Not making car stops. Not getting guns proactively off the streets.—many officers not doing proactive because line level supervisors do not make them—many hours of downtime—little to no arrests… We will always be at minimum. If we increase minimum, they will complain they can’t get a day off. If we leave it at current minimum, then they will “always be too busy”. The argue both sides of the coin
  • Manning shortage causing psychological problems with some officers.—shifts are covered—all contractually promised days off are being given
  • Keep starting new units. CPOs were doing the work that the homeless liaison officer is now doing.—CPO’s cover a lot of different issues—Karges Sr can address this
  • Park liaison — Matt Karges — assigned to Mikey’s Kingdom (Billy’s project)and only answers to parks issues—Karges has 734  calls for service. Only 6 (of 33) day shift officers have  more than he does
  • Overtime — can’t imagine how much we spend. We will always be at minimum because officers take theie vac, fam, and comp days-  and officers will always take advantage of unlimited sick days…If we moved to eliminate unlimited sick days, they would fight it
  • OT is mismanaged. 911 Gives Hope…the event at Larry Bennett’s place. ZERO OT for 911 Gives hope or the event at Bennett’s.. The are being attacked because Billy is associated ..This claim is completely false
  • Jeff Worthington issue…priority is to go to the media. —Media called and asked about an elected official getting suspended. Media was tipped off before agenda email went out
  • Instances like JW’s creating lots of mistrust of Billy. 
  • 70%-80% of officers don’t trust him. Where did this number come from?
  • Sense that he’s absent a lot. He gets his time off just like everyone else
  • “to be on the department now sucks.” Common feeling. Emotion based—can’t respond to it
  • People are afraid to do their jobs…afraid administration won’t back them up. The admin has backed up officers time and time again, The FOP has been silent on every shooting, social media attack…
  • New operational guidelines on officer involved shootings. Andy reply
  • New OG requires involved officer(s) to make full statement/interview immediately for the sake of media. Very basic info- “ I saw this and fired my” gun..Vegas based video
  • When new OG was rolled out, administration stated that it had been approved by the FOP attorney, which was false.
  • Rush to the media to release information. More worried about media than officer safety.Not sure what tney are referring to
  • Vehicles…not enough of them. Officers are waiting an hour after roll call to get a car.—When did this happen and how often
  • Fewer and fewer cars are on the streets.—
  • Testing process…they would like feedback on oral portion of exams. In other words, identify areas for improvement.
  • Deputy Chief Brush and Lt. Hahn have relatively little to do for their ranks.
  • Body cams. Concerned about restroom breaks being recorded.—Then ensure you are not recording before you walk in
  • Concerned about the fishing expeditions of supervisors.—Have they found an example?
  • VIPER moved to report directly to the Chief. It’s “his private militia.”
  • “Communication is lacking.” (from Chief)
  • Chief avoids eye contact at roll call and when walking through roll call area.
  • Doing the job is becoming miserable.
  • Administration is setting officers up to fail.—In what way- specific examples
  • Officers of the FOP are targeted for their union activity. Who? 

Senator Braun’s Statement on the Impeachment of President Donald Trump

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Senator Braun released the following statement on House Democrats’ impeachment of the 45th President Donald J. Trump.

“Record high in the stock market, historically low unemployment, USMCA, China Phase 1, ISIS leaders dead, building the border wall and so much more. President Trump is right – this doesn’t feel like impeachment. It feels like WINNING for the American People!” – Senator Mike Braun

EPD REPORT

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EPD REPORT

Vanderburgh County Recent Booking Records

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https://www.vanderburghsheriff.com/jail-recent-booking-records.aspx

“IS IT TRUE” DECEMBER 19, 2019

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We hope that today’s “IS IT TRUE” will provoke honest and open dialogue concerning issues that we, as responsible citizens of this community, need to address in a rational and responsible way?

IS IT TRUE that the Harvard Business School just released a study that assesses the competitiveness of the United States of America?…in this study, it states that in 1964 a full 77% of the population trusted the federal government to do the right things to make progress happen and that today only 17% of Americans trust the federal government?…that has increased from a low of 15% in 2009?…one could almost surmise that with that low of a number trusting the federal government that it can’t go much lower since roughly 15% believe silly things like Elvis is alive and Hitler is living in Argentina plotting a return to power?

IS IT TRUE that this same study has addressed the political affiliation changes of Americans since 2004 that happened to be the year that President Reagan was re-elected?…in 2004 the political affiliation of Americans was 34% Democrat, 34% Republican, and 31% Independent?…that in 2008 when President Obama was elected Independents passed both Democrats and Republicans and the lead of Independent affiliation has continued to grow unabated?…today 41% of Americans identify as Independent while 30% identify as Democrats and 28% as Republicans?…the source of this data was taken from historical Gallup polls and indicates a rising disenchantment for political affiliation of any kind?…at the current growth rates by 2030 there will be a majority of Americans who do not identify with either the Democrat or Republican parties?…this will be a good thing as both parties have so corrupted themselves with self-interest and identity politics that neither deserves to be in a position of control?

IS IT TRUE that the portion of this HBS study that examined social progress in 2019 ranks the United States as 26th in social progress right ahead of Singapore and Greece with a score of 84?…the country that ranks the highest on social progress is Norway with a score of 91 that is surprisingly only 8% higher than the United States?…to hear some American progressives talk about our social progress one would have to conclude that we are light years behind the Nordic countries who are capitalist economies with a stronger safety net than ours?…the reality is a breath of fresh air compared to what one reads and hears these days?
IS IT TRUE the metrics where the United States is ranked #1 worldwide are globally ranked universities, adult literacy, gender parity in education, access to cellular phones, access to clean fuel for cooking, access to electricity, rural open defecation, and undernourishment as a percentage of the population?… categories where the United States ranks below #80 are homicide rate, biome protection, and economic parity in political power?  …categories where the USA ranked high and improving since 2011 were corporate tax code, management, communications infrastructure, entrepreneurship, innovation, capital formation, and higher education?  …categories where we rank low and getting worse since 2011 are politics, logistics infrastructure, K-12 education, healthcare, and legal framework?…of the categories that were weak in 2011, exactly zero have improved?…overall this study describes a country that can’t seem to get out of its own way to correct legacy problems but is a much better place to live than the mainstream media would have us believe?
IS IT TRUE we were told that former Vanderburgh County Commissioner, past candidate for State Representative and recently defeated 3rd Ward City Council appointee Steve Melcher is considering running for another public office in 2020?  …we find it hard to believe the rumor that Mr. Melcher is considering running against County Commissioner Cheryl Musgrave in the upcoming Republican primary?  …we like and respect Mr. Melcher very much? …he has served this community very well in different elected positions over the years?  …we highly recommend that the Republicans movers and shakers consider appointing Mr. Melcher to city or county board?
IS IT TRUE we wonder who is in charge of putting up the Holidays displays in the North Main areas of Evansville?  …the movers and shakers of this area could have done a better job in the promotion of the upcoming Holiday season if they would have talked to the merchants on West Franklin Street?
IS IT TRUE we are hearing that the powers that be will be making some adjustments in the makeup of the CVC Board Of Directors for this coming year?
IS IT TRUE we wonder when the City Of Evansville will announce that it time to rebid the contract for “Street Sweepers”
IS IT TRUE that last night a staff member and his wife went to Tropicana-Evansville to dine and participate in a little gaming activity?…they also told us that Tropicana-Evansville just installed several new exciting slots? …they told us that the service was impressive and the food was really delicious? …an enjoyable evening was had by all?
IS IT TRUE we are pleased with the way that State Representative Wendy McNamara is representing the people in her district?
IS IT TRUE we are told that Deputy Treasurer Dottie Thomas is gearing up to announce her intentions to run for the Vanderburgh County Treasurer position during the next election cycle?  …that Dottie has a solid reputation of serving the taxpayers in a non-partisan manner?  …Dottie Thomas is extremely likable and hard working?
IS IT TRUE that our “Readers Poll” is non-scientific but trendy?
IS IT TRUE that today’s “Readers Poll” question is: How do you rate the overall performance of the current Evansville City Council?
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Indiana Sees Revenue Surplus In November, Sports Betting Profits On The Rise

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By Emily Ketterer
TheStatehouseFile.com

INDIANAPOLIS –– Indiana continues to bring in more money than expected each month so far this fiscal year, including more than $880,000 in November sports wagering tax revenue.

The state’s general fund revenue for November reached a little more than $1.1 billion, which is $53.6 million above the adjusted revenue forecast presented in April. 

State Budget Director Zachary Jackson said the extra money comes from a number of factors and no particular outlier. He said the economy is good right now and the state’s three major sources of revenue––sales tax, personal income and corporate income––are all doing better than expected so far.

“The revenue forecast is just that, it’s a forecast, and therefore, fluctuations are typical and anticipated,” Jackson said. The fiscal year ends June 30.

In addition, sports wagering in the state just finished its third month at the end of November. Hoosiers placed nearly $150 million in sports bets during the month, an increase from the $91.7 million in bets placed during October. 

Those bets resulted in more than $880,000 in tax revenue for the state. And $9.3 million was collected in taxable adjusted gross revenue, according to the state report. Jackson said the tax revenue is an increase from the estimated $0.6 million expected in November.

Since legal sports wagering went live for the first time in September, more than $270 million in bets were made, which made the state $2.7 million in total tax revenue.

And Frank Ignatius, president and founder of BetIndiana, said the state can expect those revenue numbers to get even higher in the near future.

“This is probably one of the lower Novembers we will ever have,” Ignatius said. “This industry is still very much in its infancy, and I think there’s a lot of room for growth.”

He said researchers predict Indiana sports wagering will be worth about $300 million per year in revenue, which translates to about $30 million in annual tax revenue. 

Also, 65% of all sports wagering in November came from mobile bets. Ignatius expects at least 90% of bets to be mobile within the coming months.

To see how the state stacked up against others, Ignatius compared Indiana to New Jersey, which is in its 16th  month of legal sports wagering. New Jersey just broke the record for the total handle at $560 million collected in November. He said he sees this as a prediction for Indiana’s future in sports wagering. 

“They’re a much more mature market than Indiana,” Ignatius said. “But the point is, compared to the research numbers, New Jersey is surpassing what even the researchers suggested.”

He said Indiana is off to a great start.

“I mean their numbers have been better than most states in early months,” Ignatius said. “This is very encouraging for the future of Indiana sports betting. I think it’s going to be one of the top markets in the country.”

Although revenue coming in from sports wagering is exceeding forecasts, Jackson said the money only puts a small dent in the total revenue collected from state taxes.

“Given that we have collected over $6.26 billion in general fund revenues so far this fiscal year, the revenue impact of sports wagering, whether looking at the projections or actuals, is comparatively small,” Jackson said.

The updated revenue forecast for this fiscal year will be presented on Friday.

Indiana ended the last fiscal year with a record-high $2.27 billion in reserves, and the state continues to bring in money exceeding the revenue forecast. In July, Gov. Eric Holcomb asked that $300 million of that extra money be used for one-time capital projects already approved by the General Assembly:

  • $73 million, Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine teaching hospital;
  • $60 million for the Ball State University STEM and Health Professions facilities;
  • $50 million, Fall Creek Pavilion at the Indiana State Fairgrounds; and 
  • $30 million for the Ivy Tech Columbus main building replacement.

Holcomb will also ask the General Assembly to use funds for existing projects, including $48 million for the University of Southern Indiana Health Professions classroom renovation, and paying off existing debt obligations early for state facilities such as hospitals, prisons, and parks.

The governor has said paying for these projects now will save the state more than $125 million.

However, the Indiana State Teachers Association asked for $75 million to go to teacher salary raises. Holcomb did not set aside any reserve money to go toward this request. 

Democratic candidate for governor, Sen. Eddie Melton of Gary, who has been an advocate for teacher pay raises during his campaign, announced a bill that would take $100 million over the biennium for teacher pay increases.

“This would put money in teachers’ pockets next year, something Republicans have said isn’t possible,” Melton said. “I assure you, if it’s a priority, it can be done.”

FOOTNOTE: Emily Ketterer is a reporter for TheStatehouseFile.com, a news website powered by Franklin College journalism students.

New Initiative Helps Indiana’s Hispanic and Latino Learners Obtain Education And Training Beyond High School

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page1image4233589776 The Indiana Commission for Higher Education announces today a new initiative aimed at increasing student access and attainment to higher education for the state’s Hispanic and Latino learners and families.

Funded by Indiana’s Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP), five Padres Estrellas – translated as “Star Parents” – will work with community organizations focused on empowering Hoosier Hispanic and Latino communities to provide college and career support to students and families across the state.

The Padres Estrellas will connect with schools, neighborhoods and community partners and focus on helping students and families enroll in the 21st Century Scholars program and the Next Level Jobs Workforce Ready Grant.

“We are committed to increasing access to the opportunity a quality degree or credential provides for Hoosier students,” said Indiana Commissioner for Higher Education Teresa Lubbers. “Hoosier students are becoming increasingly

diverse and economically challenged and we know we must do more to meet these needs and close educational achievement gaps.”

The Commission’s College Equity Report reveals that Hispanic Hoosiers are one of the fastest-growing populations of high school graduates in the state of Indiana, but also one of the most likely populations to come from low-income households. Hispanic high school graduates are also 10 percentage points behind the statewide college-going rate, 53 percent to 63 percent, respectively.

Hispanic Hoosiers in the 2017 high school graduating class who were part of the 21st Century Scholars program defied the average college-going rates for their racial/ethnic peers and the statewide average. The college-going rate for Hispanic Hoosier Scholars was 86 percent, compared to just 40 percent of their low-income, non-Scholar peers.

“The Scholars program is clearly working, however, we must do more to ensure that eligible Hispanic and Latino Hoosiers are applying in seventh and eighth grade,” said Lubbers. “One of the biggest challenges is simply awareness of the program, and we hope that Padres Estrellas can help increase awareness and enrollment by meeting families where they are.”

Alfonso Vidal has represented the 8th Congressional District on the Commission for Higher Education since 2017 and is president of Evansville-based Vidal Plastics. The creation of a program such as Padres Estrellas has been a goal for Vidal to see come to fruition in Indiana.

“I am very excited about this initiative because I can see the huge potential to connect a growing need with available opportunities that are being wasted. As an immigrant Latino and adopted Hoosier, I am experiencing firsthand the complexity of navigating higher education choices with my own children. As a Latino advocate working for the Latino community in Evansville and the state, I have also seen the challenges many Latino parents have in understanding and even being aware of the options their children have to be able to reach their potential,” said Vidal.

page1image4234021536Meet the Padres Estrellas:

José Juarez, family and community engagement coordinator at Indianapolis Public Schools (Indianapolis)
Juarez coordinates with family and community engagement liaisons in various districts to assist in developing partnerships with parents and leaders in the community. Juarez’s goal through his involvement with Padres Estrellas is to help Hispanic and Latino families overcome the barrier of access to information on their path toward greater success in Indiana and the United States.

Marlen Ortiz, a family resource specialist at La Casa de Amistad and teacher at Starz Academy (South Bend)
As a lead preschool teacher at Starz Academy, Ortiz works primarily with three- and four-year-olds. One of her objectives with her work through Padres Estrellas is ensuring Hispanic and Latino families are aware of the available college and career options in Indiana.

Lauro Zuñiga, instructional assistant at East Noble High School (Fort Wayne)
Zuñiga works with special education students to create a one-on-one learning environment so that students feel motivated and supported to complete their work in a timely fashion. Through Padres Estrellas, he aims to better the Hispanic and Latino community by providing students with the tools needed to become leaders in their community.

Maria Rising, Latino community coordinator for Family School Partners at Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation (Columbus)
Rising coordinates all Latino Family Connection services and builds relationships with families in their neighborhood by sharing the information received from family school partners and other Latino community organizations. Her involvement with Padres Estrellas will complement her existing work to expand the educational opportunities in the Hispanic and Latino communities.

Nancy Londono, outreach coordinator for HOLA (Evansville)

Londono facilitates leadership workshops, recruits participants to various HOLA programs and assists the Hispanic and Latino community at related events. She looks forward to informing the community of new opportunities to build a better future for generations to come through her involvement with Padres Estrellas.

The Commission has also identified five key partner organizations in several regions around the state to serve as primary pilot locations to support the initiative and the Padres Estrellas, including:

  • La Casa de Amistad (South Bend);
  • El Mexicano (Fort Wayne);
  • Indiana Commission on Hispanic/Latino Affairs (Indianapolis);
  • Latino Education Group (Columbus); and
  • HOLA (Evansville)“ As one of HOLA’s founders, I am very excited to be part of an organization that will be reaching out to parents directly and see the impact of the Padres Estrellas ’work,” Vidal said. “I am thrilled to see that the Commission has made Padres Estrellas a reality for Hoosiers.”

    For more information, visit https://www.in.gov/che/5014.htm, or contact program director Greg Harrell at gharrell@che.in.gov.

    The Indiana Commission for Higher Education is a 14-member public body created in 1971 to define the missions of Indiana’s colleges and universities, plan and coordinate the state’s postsecondary education system, and ensure that Indiana’s higher education system is aligned to meet the needs of students and the state. The Commission includes representatives from each Congressional district, three at-large members, a college faculty representative, and a college student representative. Learn more about the Commission’s Reaching Higher, Delivering Value strategic plan atwww.in.gov/che/.

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