Indianapolis Public Schools
Recent News About Indianapolis Public Schools
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IPS reports significant rise in third grade reading scores
Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) reported a 10 percentage point increase in IREAD scores for the 2024–25 school year, reaching 69.8% of third graders passing the exam.
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Indianapolis Public Schools board announces in-person August 2025 meeting
The Indianapolis Public Schools Board of School Commissioners will hold its August board meeting in person.
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Brightlane Learning expands tutoring program into all Indianapolis Public Schools high schools
Brightlane Learning is expanding its academic and mentoring programs to all high schools managed by Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) as the new school year begins.
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Indianapolis Public Schools supports early career exploration under new state graduation guidelines
Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is focusing on early career exploration for students, particularly those in eighth grade, as part of its efforts to improve academic outcomes and prepare students for life after graduation.
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Indianapolis Public Schools hosts annual Spirit of Freedom event honoring African American Civil War soldiers
Indianapolis Public Schools will hold its 27th Annual Spirit of Freedom Celebration this October at the American Legion Mall.
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IPS students to gain expanded mentorship after DREAM Alive receives $20K grant
Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) students are set to benefit from a $20,000 grant awarded to DREAM Alive by the Christian Theological Seminary’s Faith and Action Project.
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IPS sees record growth in student achievement for advanced academics
Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) has reported a notable increase in the number of students earning college credits through advanced academic programs.
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Indianapolis Public Schools student named finalist in USTA/Midwest NJTL essay contest
Sage Williams, a 10-year-old student at Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS), has been named a finalist in the 2025 USTA/Midwest Tennis and Education Foundation NJTL Essay Contest.
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Indianapolis Public Schools names Dr. Eric Davis executive director of schools
The Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) Board of School Commissioners has approved Dr. Eric Davis as the new Executive Director of Schools.
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IPS alumna Catrina Barnett shares journey from high school to library science
Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is highlighting the journeys of its alumni through the IPS Alumni Spotlight.
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Shortridge graduate joins archaeology internship uncovering stories at Greenlawn Cemetery
Avie Coryell, a recent graduate of Shortridge High School, is spending her summer engaged in an archaeology internship called Indy-ology.
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IPS alumni-led building camp offers career paths for public school students
A group of Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) students is gaining hands-on experience in the construction and building trades this summer, participating in internships through Russell’s Building Camp.
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Benjamin Harrison student shines at NBA Math Hoops Global Championship
Leslie Kesler, a coach at Benjamin Harrison School 2, recently accompanied her student Jude Hawk to New York City for the 2025 NBA Math Hoops Global Championship.
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Indianapolis Public Schools launches teacher apprenticeship program with Marian University
Four Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) employees are set to be the first participants in a new initiative to tackle Indiana's teacher shortage.
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Indianapolis Public Schools relaunches FirstView transportation tracking app
In collaboration with its transportation partner, First Student, Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is relaunching the FirstView mobile app.
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Lilly Endowment funds IPS with $10.5 million for literacy improvement
Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) is set to receive a $10.5 million investment from Lilly Endowment Inc. over the next five years.
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Alumni spotlight features Jennifer Devine’s journey from IPS student to district teacher
Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) has highlighted the story of Jennifer Devine, a 1985 graduate of John Marshall High School, as part of its Alumni Spotlight series.
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IPS seeks young students for hockey team development
We are seeking 25 students from Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) in grades 3 through 6 to join hockey team development classes starting this fall.
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Ips board of school commissioners announces July 2025 meeting details
The Indianapolis Public Schools Board of School Commissioners is set to hold its July board meeting in person.
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Eli Lilly funds $5.5M initiative for Indianapolis Public Schools' STEM program
Today, the Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) Foundation announced it has received a multi-year grant from the Eli Lilly and Company Foundation.