Education Department Releases Updated School Lunch Eligibility Guidelines
A family of four making an annual income of under $45,000 would be eligible.
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July 28, 2016 Two-Thirds Of Indiana College Students Graduate Within Six Years
Black and Hispanic students are half as likely as white students to graduate on time, according to a new report from the Indiana Commission of Higher Education.
Two-Thirds Of Indiana College Students Graduate Within Six Years
Black and Hispanic students are half as likely as white students to graduate on time, according to a new report from the Indiana Commission of Higher Education.
July 26, 2016 In Which Districts Do Most Students Use Private School Vouchers?
Take a look at our interactive map to see where the most students are using school vouchers.
In Which Districts Do Most Students Use Private School Vouchers?
Take a look at our interactive map to see where the most students are using school vouchers.
July 22, 2016 First Year Teachers Reflect On First Year And Prepare For Next
Over the last year, we’ve followed three first year teachers as they enter the education profession. We’ve reported on their expectations, the way they adjusted teaching practices, and the emotional ups and downs that come with the job. This week on WFIU’s Noon Edition, the teachers convened to reflect on the first year. Listen to hear their discussion on their support systems, meeting their students’ needs […]
First Year Teachers Reflect On First Year And Prepare For Next
Over the last year, we’ve followed three first year teachers as they enter the education profession. We’ve reported on their expectations, the way they adjusted teaching practices, and the emotional ups and downs that come with the job. This week on WFIU’s Noon Edition, the teachers convened to reflect on the first year. Listen to hear their discussion on their support systems, meeting their students’ needs […]
July 14, 2016 SBOE Vice Chair Sarah O’Brien Steps Down
State Board of Education vice chair Sarah O’Brien announced Thursday she will resign from her position on the board. O’Brien says she is stepping down to care for her daughter who was “dealt with a variety of medical issues over the years.” In a statement, O’Brien said she is proud of the work accomplished by […]
SBOE Vice Chair Sarah O’Brien Steps Down
State Board of Education vice chair Sarah O’Brien announced Thursday she will resign from her position on the board. O’Brien says she is stepping down to care for her daughter who was “dealt with a variety of medical issues over the years.” In a statement, O’Brien said she is proud of the work accomplished by […]
July 13, 2016 USED Grants Waiver To Indiana Schools With Late Title I Funds
The U.S. Department of Education wrote a letter to the Indiana Department of Education Tuesday to allow schools that received Title I funds from the DOE later than normal to use those funds in the following school year. U.S. Republican Congressmen Luke Messer and Todd Rokita wrote a letter to Secretary of Education John King that requested this last June. The USED informed […]
USED Grants Waiver To Indiana Schools With Late Title I Funds
The U.S. Department of Education wrote a letter to the Indiana Department of Education Tuesday to allow schools that received Title I funds from the DOE later than normal to use those funds in the following school year. U.S. Republican Congressmen Luke Messer and Todd Rokita wrote a letter to Secretary of Education John King that requested this last June. The USED informed […]
Evan Bayh’s Education Record During His Last Senate Term
Former Indiana senator Evan Bayh announced Wednesday he will run for his old seat in the U.S. Senate, facing current U.S. House Rep. Todd Young in November. Bayh will take over the Democratic side of the ticket after Baron Hill dropped out Monday. The two are running for Republican Sen. Dan Coats seat after he retires […]
July 12, 2016 State Charter School Loan Program Awards Last Grants
The State Board of Education wrapped up its two-year charter school loan program last week. But in that program’s final round, only five charter schools applied. The 2015 General Assembly created the program, allocating $50 million in loans to give to charter schools over two years. In the first year of the program, charter schools […]
State Charter School Loan Program Awards Last Grants
The State Board of Education wrapped up its two-year charter school loan program last week. But in that program’s final round, only five charter schools applied. The 2015 General Assembly created the program, allocating $50 million in loans to give to charter schools over two years. In the first year of the program, charter schools […]
July 8, 2016 When Half Of Your School Speaks Spanish, Try Something New
The small town of Ligonier is hoping to blend its Latino and Caucasian populations, starting with a dual language immersion program at the primary school.
When Half Of Your School Speaks Spanish, Try Something New
The small town of Ligonier is hoping to blend its Latino and Caucasian populations, starting with a dual language immersion program at the primary school.
July 7, 2016 Legislators Interested In Expanding Statewide Pre-K
Indiana’s governor and legislative leaders have agreed to expand the state’s foray into state-funded pre-K, but uncertainties about its effectiveness are causing some lawmakers to question the scope and cost of such an expansion. The Journal Gazette reports that the pilot cost about $10 million to get started, and served about 2,300 disadvantaged children in five […]
Legislators Interested In Expanding Statewide Pre-K
Indiana’s governor and legislative leaders have agreed to expand the state’s foray into state-funded pre-K, but uncertainties about its effectiveness are causing some lawmakers to question the scope and cost of such an expansion. The Journal Gazette reports that the pilot cost about $10 million to get started, and served about 2,300 disadvantaged children in five […]