In Sherry Jackson’s zoology class at North Central High School, students do behavior studies, memorize birds that live in Indiana and perform dissections.
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IPS has a new plan for students who have intense therapeutic needs
A partnership with an outside provider is allowing more kids to spend time at school.
Residents push back on charter school presence in public libraries
At a recent library board meeting, leaders announced new digital literacy tools, and public commenters urged the library to stop charter schools from recruiting in its branches.
Southside educators work to bridge Chin language barriers
Over 30 Chin languages are spoken in Indy. Here’s how teachers learned about some of them.
Teacher Prep Academy hopes to hook high schoolers on teaching — but its funding is in jeopardy
Those who run Teacher Prep Academy hope that it can help address the ongoing teacher shortage by preparing high school students to enter the profession.
Over $3 million for Perry teachers’ bonus pay at risk after losing federal grant
Through the funding, the district hoped to retain effective teachers, address learning gaps, and narrow achievement gaps.
How Wayne Township helps immigrant teachers get certified in Indiana
An adult education program aims to help reduce underemployment among immigrants.
IPS employees can get free health care at this eastside clinic
The clinic at Howe Middle School has served hundreds of employees in its first few months.
Indy educators can catch discounted sports at Teacher Appreciation Night
The Indianapolis Indians and Indy Ignite will offer deals under $30 on these nights.
Teachers union wants a freeze on new charter contracts. Some parents disagree.
A petition from the Indianapolis teachers union, which collected over 1,200 signatures, calls for a pause on charter schools’ growth in the city.


