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SAT scores flat in Indiana, nationwide

 

State calls upon students to take rigorous courses seriously, urges schools to ensure rigorous curriculum and instruction

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - SAT results released today revealed that scores for the high school class of 2008 remained relatively flat both nationally and in Indiana compared to a year ago. Indiana’s average score on the college entrance exam showed a one-point gain in math (508), a one-point drop in reading (496) and a two-point decrease in writing (481) for a combined score of 1485 (1487 in 2007). Nationally, average scores remained unchanged across the board in math (515), reading (502) and writing (494) for a combined score of 1511. 


Lifetouch to Expand, Create 200 New Jobs

 

MUNCIE, IN - Lifetouch, the world's largest employee-owned photography company, will be expanding its presence by adding 200 new jobs at its national customer contact center in Muncie, Indiana. About 7,700 feet will be added to its 12,700 square foot facility in the Morrison Mock  Professional Center on the city's west side. This expansion continues Lifetouch's commitment to Muncie and Delaware County including a world class production facility at Ontario Drive that has been a fixture in Muncie for nearly 30 years.
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