The mediation program is part of the school’s restorative justice approach to discipline.
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IPS adopts new, looser universal dress code in post-pandemic shift
The new policy is designed to reduce disciplinary actions that keep students out of classrooms.
New statewide testing is coming for some Indiana babies and toddlers
More Indiana babies and toddlers may soon participate in state testing as education officials seek to assess whether children are ready for kindergarten.
IPS adopts $456 million budget for next year as district focuses on literacy, revamped academics
The Indianapolis Public Schools board approved an operating budget for next school year.
City-County Council to vote if charter school opens in Washington Township as opposition grows
After months of controversy, an all-girls charter school is one step closer to opening in Washington Township.
Third Purdue Polytechnic school in Indianapolis delays opening
The opening of a third Purdue Polytechnic High School in Indianapolis is being delayed again — now until 2025.
Indianapolis Public Schools plans new approach to teaching English learners
The district’s plans would mean less separation, and more exposure to the mainstream classroom as students learn English.
Indiana lawmakers drop proposal to allow chaplains in public schools
Critics said the measure would have violated the First Amendment.
Indianapolis Public Schools newcomer program for English learners to merge with district schools
Indianapolis Public Schools will break up its newcomer program for English language learners who are new to the country.
Indy-area educators prepare to hold back more third graders
A new bill could have an outsized impact in Marion County, where nearly a third of public school district students are failing an elementary school reading exam.