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New year, new rules as students start getting back to school
Across the state, students are heading back to school soon. Students in Beech Grove and Warren Township start classes this week, followed by the rest of Marion County’s districts next week. With a new school year comes new rules about cell phones in classrooms, a new pilot program for...
New Study Reveals Indiana Has One of the Best School Systems in America
Choosing the right school for your kiddo is a huge decision for parents. But, what does that even mean - the "right" school? That answer is probably different for every student. So how does a parent - especially parents of youngsters just starting school - make that decision? WalletHub just released a report that might provide some insight to parents.
New state law banning cellphones in classrooms not expected to change much for Carmel students
When Hoosier students return to school for the fall semester, cellphones will not be permitted in the classroom thanks to a new state law that went into effect July 1. In Carmel Clay Schools, not much is expected to change, according to Superintendent Michael Beresford, because the district already bans cellphones during class.
Two southern Indiana education centers receive $175K for youth apprenticeship pilot programs
INDIANAPOLIS – Two education training sites in southern Indiana were each awarded $175,000 to launch youth apprenticeship pilots in their local communities. Southern Indiana Education Center in Jasper and Southern Indiana Works in New Albany were among four facilities chosen for the awards. Ascend Indiana, the talent and workforce...
Feedback on Indiana’s diploma overhaul plan continues to pour in as state officials deliberate
INDIANAPOLIS (INDIANA CAPITAL CHRONICLE) — As state education officials pump the brakes on a plan to overhaul Indiana’s high school diplomas, concerns from Hoosier teachers, students and families are mounting over the proposed graduation requirements. With the deadline fast approaching for the State Board of Education (SBOE) to finalize the changes, state leaders are asking for more […]
Indiana students struggle on math portion of SAT, see little progress in reading and writing
Eleventh graders in Indiana take the SAT, a standardized college-readiness test, to comply with state law. This year, the percentage of students who earned college-ready scores increased in reading and writing but decreased severely in math.
Interim Education Committee members share goals heading into next session
INDIANAPOLIS — The countdown is on for Indiana lawmakers who are preparing to head back to the Statehouse for what’s known as the “Interim Study Session.” During the “Interim Study Session,” small groups of legislators debate several issues — one of which is education. State Sen. Jeff Raatz (R-Richmond), who serves as the Senate Education […]
Avon Choirs Gear Up for Busy School Year
With Avon schools back in session, the nationally known choir program is set to have another busy year. “Avon has fantastic support for the performing arts through our administration and the community,” said Leah Trigg, director of choirs. “There are so many different facets of performance, from the musicians behind the risers to the lighting and design. Choir is a very visual project that represents all areas of performing arts in one.”
Ivy Tech Community College to Benefit from Tech Hub Designation
(TNS) — Ivy Tech Community College, the state of Indiana’s community college system and its largest postsecondary institution, is part of three federal hub designations that stand to attract millions of dollars of investment and create thousands of high-wage, in-demand jobs over the next decade, according to a press release from the college.
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