All eight candidates seats on the IPS school board attended the forum and answered questions about Rebuilding Stronger, groups endorsing them, and more

The district’s sweeping reorganization plan and the influence of outside groups loomed large over Tuesday night’s forum featuring candidates for the Indianapolis Public Schools board.

The combined state funds for traditional public, charter and private school vouchers as a percentage of the state’s general fund has shrunk in the past 14 years.

Here's everything you need to know about the school board elections across Indianapolis from the most crowded ballots to the districts where every candidate vying for a seat will win.

Two current Decatur Township school board members are unopposed for their seats this election.

There are 5 candidates for 4 seats up for election on the board for the district in Marion County.

In MSD of Lawrence Township, incumbents are running in two of the three races, and there are four candidates total for the November general election.

There are just 3 candidates for 4 seats up for election on the board for the district in South Marion County.

One newcomer is entering the Warren Township school board race this year as four incumbents look to secure their reelections.

The Pike Township candidates will want to balance district finances with the need to address academics and learning loss.