June 10, 2019

IPS Office Working To Connect With Hard To Reach Families


Carter Barrett
FILE PHOTO: Eric Weddle/WFYI

FILE PHOTO: Eric Weddle/WFYI

Indianapolis Public Schools launched its Office of Communications and Engagement several months ago. Carter Barrett, from WFYI’s education desk, caught up with its leader Kristian Stricklen to find out how the district will use this office to connect with hard to reach families.

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