Morning Bell: Indy Turnaround Schools, Terre Haute Transportation

Arlington: The power of a handshake – “On the first day of school at Arlington High School, when Kendrick King walked in as the first student through the door, Principal Jimmy Meadows greeted him with a handshake, eye contact and asked his name. He did the same with every other student.” Get On The Bus

Parents question transportation policy – “According to School Board policy, if middle school students live within 1.5 miles of the school they are required to attend, bus transportation is not provided, said Franklin Fennell, school district director of transportation.” Terre Haute Tribune-Star

Early college school opens – “The new early college program, set up in the back wing of the former Paul Harding High School, allows students to earn up to 62 college credits, or the equivalent of an associate’s degree, during their time in high school.” Fort Wayne Journal Gazette

Poor models to follow – “But then, acknowledging that U.S.schools are doing well doesn’t stir the electoral base or satisfy the private-sector school reformers contributing to campaigns. It’s counter to the anti-teacher union rhetoric churned out by well-funded interest groups.” Fort Wayne Journal Gazette