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IndyGo offers students reduced fares, free backpacks
(MIRROR INDY) — Students who register for reduced-fare IndyGo ridership can get a free backpack during Back to School Night 6-8 p.m. July 25 at the Julia M. Carson Transit Center. IndyGo staff will also offer qualifying students, ages 18 and under, travel training to help its new riders learn how to navigate the city transit system. […]
Parents cutting corners to save on supplies ahead of upcoming school year
INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Here is a look at Thursday’s business headlines with Jane King where she discusses back-to-school savings, the housing market, and more. Parents going the extra mile to save on school supplies Three in four parents are trying anything to save money on school supplies, according to a new study. Commissioned by the […]
Former Clay Middle School employee sentenced, must pay restitution
A former Clay Middle School employee accused of stealing nearly $95,000 from the school in cash and unauthorized purchases received a two-year sentence July 18 and is ordered to make restitution payments. Aletta Nowlin of Carmel pleaded guilty to corrupt business influence and official misconduct. As part of the plea,...
Experts promote daily habits and parental help to boost student literacy in the summer and beyond
Sign up for Chalkbeat Indiana’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Indianapolis Public Schools, Marion County’s township districts, and statewide education news.Summer reading can increase your child’s literacy skills.But literacy experts say things like the traditional focus on reading books from a lengthy list shouldn’t be students’ sole goal when schools out.Instead, they say, parents should also be reinforcing other language skills that bolster literacy.Doing so doesn’t need to be complicated. For example, by simply fostering a daily habit of reading, parents can boost their children’s literacy skills without fretting over whether they should be speeding through dozens of...
Center Grove Schools names new school board member
GREENWOOD, Ind. – The Center Grove Community School Corporation (CGCSC) Board of School Trustees voted to appoint Jane Dunigan-Smith to fill the seat left vacant by the death of Gary Robinson in June. Mrs. Dunigan-Smith will serve through December 2026. Dunigan-Smith is the Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy...
Five local students graduate UW-Madison
A total of 8,586 students received degrees from the University of Wisconsin-Madison on May 10 and 11, including six students from Hamilton County. They are:. Asha Coy, Fishers, College of Letters and Science, Bachelor of Science in Biology. Adam Katz, Carmel, College of Letters and Science, Bachelor of Arts in...
Marian University promotes Jessica Morales Maust to vice president for enrollment management
Marian University has announced the promotion of Carmel resident Jessica Morales Maust, MBA, to vice president for enrollment management. Morales Maust has been a vital part of the Marian community since June 2021, bringing more than 15 years of enrollment management experience and a proven record of accomplishment of success in driving the university’s enrollment initiatives.
Butler University’s Captive Insurance Program Offers Hands-On Learning
Most educational institutions focus on classroom-based activities and learning theories from whiteboards. But there's no better way to improve your skill set than by getting out there and trying your hand at risk and insurance in a real-world setting. That's exactly what Lacy School of Business at Butler University offers...
New Broad Ripple Middle School set to open in old high school building
INDIANAPOLIS — Since 2017, Broad Ripple High School's doors have been closed. However, in a couple weeks, it'll open to over 860 middle schoolers. The new middle school is funded by the Indianapolis Public School's Rebuilding Stronger Referendum. Through this, schools like Broad Ripple Middle are able to provide resources and programming to students who may not have access in their neighborhoods.
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