Articles tagged as: education
June 7, 2022
IPS teachers may miss out on bonuses after quarantining for COVID
After a rise in COVID cases in May, some IPS teachers hope the district loosens the attendance requirements for this semester’s bonus, as well as for $2,500 in future payments through fall 2023.
Read MoreJune 2, 2022
Here’s how Indiana tried to make schools safer from shootings
After a school shooting in Indiana, lawmakers more than doubled the amount of money schools could access for safety. But political leaders refuse to discuss broadly restricting access to guns.
Read MoreJune 1, 2022
How sex education compares in Indiana and Texas
To share what sex education looks like in Indiana and Texas, WFYI digital editor for health and education Lauren Bavis spoke with WFYI investigative education reporter Lee Gaines and KERA health reporter Elena Rivera.
Read MoreMay 26, 2022
Indiana extends contract with Gary schools manager
The state board charged with overseeing Gary schools voted to extend its management contract with MGT Consulting Group while committing to focus on improving academics.
Read MoreMay 24, 2022
Gary residents demand lawmakers return schools to community control
The state took over the Gary schools five years ago when the district was in dire financial trouble. Indiana lawmakers still don’t have a plan to return control to residents.
Read MoreMay 18, 2022
Indianapolis principal brings home lessons from Alabama civil rights landmarks tour
An Indianapolis Public Schools district principal wants to use his recent tour of Alabama sites important to the civil rights movement to improve students’ educational experiences.
Read MoreMarch 22, 2022
Republican lawmakers push for, plan override vote on trans athlete bill following Holcomb veto
People opposed to the bill praised the governor's decision, but state and federal Republican lawmakers are still pushing the issue.
Read MoreMarch 16, 2022
Indiana school board public comment bill signed into law
Gov. Eric Holcomb signed the measure that gained final legislative approval on March 2, according to the governor's office.
Read MoreJanuary 31, 2022
New survey: concerns over student loan debt remain high across Indiana
Student loan debt is a concern for many Hoosier families.
Read MoreDecember 27, 2021
Indiana Counselor of the Year says he’s facing an ‘epidemic’ of student mental health needs
Indiana Elementary School Counselor of the Year Aaron Munson, who has been in education for over 15 years, noticed more children struggling with anxiety and depression during the coronavirus pandemic.
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