A new city education alliance began work this week to shape how Indianapolis Public Schools and charter schools share facilities, funding, and transportation under a new state law.

Parents raised concerns about busing, school closures and transparency at community meetings held ahead of the first public session of the Indianapolis Local Education Alliance.

A group responsible for shaping the future of public schools in Indianapolis will be holding meetings throughout the summer. The Indianapolis Local Education Alliance will have three meetings open to public comment throughout the summer.

The Indianapolis Local Education Alliance must meet by July 1 and produce a plan by the end of the year.