Articles tagged as: State Board of Education
March 29, 2022
Indiana schools raise questions over new law to limit virtual learning days
School leaders were surprised by the change — lawmakers added the language during the final steps of the legislative process — and one of the state's largest school districts says some will be challenged by it more than others.
Read MoreMarch 4, 2020
2019 State School Letter Grades Are Out After Months Of Delay, Hold Harmless
The State Board of Education held off on releasing letter grades after a significant drop in student test scores on the new ILEARN test last spring.
Read MoreMarch 4, 2020
The School Says It's Not A Virtual Charter. State Legal Experts Aren't So Sure
An agricultural-focused charter school is under scrutiny from the Indiana State Board of Education because, according to the board's legal counsel, the school is operating like a virtual charter school.
Read MoreDecember 28, 2019
In Procedural Vote, SBOE Cuts CTE Funds For Family And Consumer Science Classes
The Indiana State Board of Education approved state funding cuts for some family and consumer science (FCS) classes starting next school year during a special meeting Friday.
Read MoreOctober 2, 2019
Good-Bye State Board? Education Leaders Consider Big Governance Shift
House Education Committee Chair Bob Behning (R-Indianapolis) has proposed combining the State Board of Education with the Commission for Higher Education and Governor's Workforce Cabinet.
Read MoreOctober 2, 2019
Outrage Over Conditions At Gary Schools Hits State Ed Board
Parents and others angrily called out the State Board of Education at its meeting today in Gary. They say despite the states intervention in local schools students face unsafe buildings, leaky roofs and even lack toilet paper at one school.
Read MoreJuly 2, 2019
Four New Members Join The State Board Of Education
Four new members are joining the State Board of Education this month.
Read MoreJune 5, 2019
No Firm Plans Yet For Howe, Manual Charter Applications
Four months after the State Board of Education ordered the manager of two Indianapolis high schools in takeover to seek charters, it remains uncertain when that will happen.
Read MoreJune 5, 2019
State Board Of Education Member Resigns, Says It's Time For 'Fresh Perspective'
Gordon Hendry is leaving after serving nearly six years. He says hes proud of the work done during his time on the board.
Read MoreNovember 27, 2018
Vince Bertram Resigns From State Board Of Education
In his resignation letter to the governor, Bertram says increasing demands as president and CEO of Project Lead The Way, a STEM-focused education group, conflict with his role on the board.
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