January 7, 2026
A $4 million child care center sits empty in rural Indiana. Here's why
Communities across Indiana are struggling to solve one of the state's largest challenges: How to help families get access to high-quality day care and preschool.
Read MoreJanuary 6, 2026
Indiana's 2025 graduation rate hits record high but racial, economic gaps remain
Indiana’s graduation rate reached a record 91.8% in 2025 with improvements across all demographics, though racial and economic disparities remain.
Read MoreDecember 29, 2025
Teachers are using software to see if students used AI. What happens when it's wrong?
School districts are spending thousands of dollars on these tools, despite research showing the technology is far from reliable.
Read MoreDecember 23, 2025
A tutoring program says it improved Indianapolis reading scores. It’s only funded through this school year
Circle City Readers — an Indianapolis tutoring program to address K-3 grade literacy gaps at public schools — has improved reading for over 750 students since 2022, according to a new report from the Mayor’s Office of Education Innovation.
Read MoreDecember 18, 2025
Former IU Indy players suing ex-coach over alleged physical, emotional abuse
Six former men’s basketball players at IU Indianapolis are suing the university, alleging physical and emotional abuse by fired coach Paul Corsaro.
Read MoreDecember 18, 2025
Advocates: Better pay, mental wellness programs would help Indiana attract and retain teachers
The average salary for teachers in Indiana is over $60,000, according to last year's teacher compensation report. Although teacher pay is up from previous years, the state still pays less than most others.
Read MoreDecember 18, 2025
‘This is accountability’: Martin University alumni call for new leadership
The call comes after Martin announced Dec. 9 the university would close.
Read MoreDecember 17, 2025
Task force recommends 'imperfect solution' to unify IPS and charter school operations
The ILEA recommends creating a new government agency, the Indianapolis Public Education Corporation, to oversee operations for both IPS and charter schools.
Read MoreDecember 17, 2025
Purdue University adds AI learning requirement for incoming students
Incoming classes at Purdue University will now have to learn about AI in order to graduate.
Read MoreDecember 16, 2025
The mayor and IPS superintendent urge the city to 'link arms' on school policies ahead of decisive ILEA vote
The Indianapolis Local Education Alliance will vote Wednesday on two proposals to restructure school governance, while Mayor Joe Hogsett and Superintendent Aleesia Johnson released a joint platform demanding universal transportation and limits on charter authorization.
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