Indiana schools already preparing for possible second wave of virus
A growing number of Indiana educators are beginning to prepare for remote instruction to go into the next academic year.
Dylan Peers McCoy
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Unpaid bills put free internet offers out-of-reach for some local families
While providers such as Spectrum, AT&T, and Comcast have touted free internet offers to bridge technological divides, some families across the country still can’t afford service, which can come with strings attached.
IPS wants high schoolers to take IndyGo instead of yellow school buses
It’s unclear, however, how many high school students will be able to rely on the city’s long-starved transit system to get to school if the district eventually stops providing buses.
IPS study-abroad innovation school to take year off
An Indianapolis school that allowed students to study abroad in 11th grade will close for the coming school year while leaders try to work through challenges that arose during its first year.
Indianapolis Public Schools picks interim superintendent to lead district
Interim superintendent Aleesia Johnson, a longtime ally of charter schools, was officially chosen to lead Indianapolis Public Schools by the district’s school board Friday.
After interviewing 3 candidates, IPS close to tapping its next superintendent
After meeting late into the night Tuesday, the Indianapolis Public Schools board is coalescing around a new superintendent, according to one of its board members.
Two Marion County school administrators among 3 finalists for IPS superintendent
Indianapolis Public Schools' interim superintendent, Aleesia Johnson, and the other two finalists will face public interviews on Tuesday.
IPS to reveal superintendent finalists ahead of interviews next week
Days ahead of public interviews with superintendent candidates, Indianapolis Public Schools board members say they have three strong choices—but they are waiting to release their names.
IPS superintendent opening gets 11 applications
The Indianapolis Public Schools board this week will begin meeting in executive session to review applications, identify finalists, and determine next steps.
Amid enrollment concerns, state charter board rejects two Indianapolis schools
The Indiana Charter School Board voted down two charter applicants Tuesday after raising concerns that they would not be able to attract enough students to be viable in a city where many schools are already under-enrolled.
Two Indianapolis school districts win extra funding boosts from voters
The local districts were among 10 school districts statewide that sought funding from voters to supplement the state and local money they already receive.
Two Indy school districts among those returning to voters for more money
Nine Indiana school districts are asking voters to increase funding for education this May. Five of the districts seeking additional operating funds, including two in Marion County, are returning to voters after winning previous tax measures this decade.
IPS sees ‘tremendous market’ for Broad Ripple site, but first needs change in law
Indianapolis Public Schools offered a comprehensive analysis Tuesday, showing strong demand for housing, retail and office development on the 16-acre site of the closed Broad Ripple High School. But that can’t happen without changes to state law.
IPS increases pay for principals, other school leaders
Starting pay for elementary and middle school principals in the district increased to nearly $112,000 a year, about $27,000 higher than the previous pay scale.
Low test scores, shrinking enrollment cost Indianapolis school its charter
The Indianapolis Academy of Excellence has endured a tumultuous year, including the loss of its curriculum provider in June and the exodus of about 20 students this month.
Challengers withdraw effort to replace IPS teachers union, but pledge to try again
The Indianapolis Teachers Society, an upstart group led by teachers who had lost faith in the Indianapolis Education Association, launched a push to replace the union earlier this year after IEA’s president stepped down amid allegations of financial mismanagement.
Interim IPS superintendent has bona fides but could struggle with critics
This willingness to listen, including to critics, and a deep investment in helping colleagues grow are among the strengths that supporters say could help Aleesia Johnson secure the top job permanently.
Two city high schools spared closure as state endorses charter conversion
A charter network that has overseen Howe and Manual high schools since they were taken over by the state seven years ago is one step closer to taking permanent control.
Two city high schools spared closure as state endorses charter conversion
A charter network that has overseen Howe and Manual high schools since they were taken over by the state seven years ago is one step closer to taking permanent control.
Divisions rise to the surface as IPS begins superintendent search
Indianapolis Public Schools parents, educators and residents have started weighing in on what they would like to see in their next superintendent, but so far there is no clear consensus.