IPS is shifting its focus to tutoring just some second and third graders.
Tag: literacy
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On the Road to Reading takes books to Indy’s littlest readers
Indianapolis Public Library program helps preschoolers find joy in reading.
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New science of reading curriculum for IPS elementary schools will stress background knowledge
IPS leaders say the change aligns with state law, promotes racial equity and increases access to a rigorous education.
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Small eastside bookstore wants to make reading fun again
Garden of Readin’ is next in a wave of bookstores that have opened in the past year.
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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.
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At IPS writing centers, students find their voice
As grant funding ends, programs seek support to pay tutors and help more high school kids “get their creativity out.”
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With help, Indy families bring home books kids want to read
Improved test scores show a home-by-home approach could be one way to meet Indiana’s literacy goals.
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Lawmakers to revisit reading proficiency, say too many exceptions made for third-graders
Indiana lawmakers say too many exceptions are being made for third-graders who haven’t achieved reading proficiency.
