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IPS partners with Elevance Health to open new weight room at Northwest Middle School

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) has unveiled a renovated weight room at Northwest Middle School, completed through a partnership with Elevance Health and the Impact Fitness Foundation.

By J. L. Rice | Sep 29, 2025

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Broad Ripple High School alumni plan homecoming parade to celebrate legacy

The Broad Ripple High School Alumni Association is organizing its annual Homecoming Parade and Celebration to honor the school's legacy and mark the 2024 reopening of Broad Ripple Middle School.

By C. R. Cervantes | Sep 23, 2025

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Arsenal Tech graduate Kevin Rosales begins studies at IU Jacobs School of Music

By J. L. Rice | Sep 23, 2025

Kevin Rosales, a 2025 graduate of Arsenal Technical High School, has begun his studies at Indiana University’s Jacobs School of Music after developing his musical talent through Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) programs.

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Indy Eleven honors Dr. Arturo Rodriguez with community leadership award

By N. L. Cabrera | Sep 22, 2025

Indy Eleven, a professional soccer team in Indianapolis, recognized Dr. Arturo Rodriguez, principal of Theodore Potter School 74, with the 2025 Campeones de la Comunidad Award during a ceremony on September 21.

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Indianapolis Public Schools partners with alumnus-led firm on major facility upgrades

By N. L. Cabrera | Sep 17, 2025

Shane Conner, president and CEO of Advanced Technologies in Electrical and Communications, Inc. (ATEC), is leading efforts to modernize Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) as part of the district’s $410 million 2023 Capital Referendum.

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Brookside School 54 opens wellness lounge for teachers with community partners

By J. L. Rice | Sep 17, 2025

Brookside School 54, part of the Indianapolis Public Schools system, will soon open a wellness lounge for teachers.

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Indianapolis elementary school uses chicken coop for hands-on STEM education

By J. L. Rice | Sep 16, 2025

At William McKinley School 39, part of Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS), students are participating in a unique STEM learning initiative involving the care of chickens and ducks.

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Indianapolis Fire Department to hold fall fire safety festival on October 11

By C. R. Cervantes | Sep 16, 2025

The Indianapolis Fire Department is organizing the “Showcase and Fall Fire Safety Festival” on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

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Indianapolis Public Schools joins statewide College Go! Week with events at local high schools

By C. R. Cervantes | Sep 16, 2025

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) will join schools across Indiana in celebrating College Go!

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Indianapolis Public Schools encourages community to wear pink for breast cancer awareness

By J. L. Rice | Sep 12, 2025

Indianapolis Public Schools is encouraging staff and students to wear pink clothing in support of Breast Cancer Awareness.

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Two IPS campuses recognized among America’s Healthiest Schools for 2025

By C. R. Cervantes | Sep 8, 2025

Two Indianapolis Public Schools campuses, Ernie Pyle School 90 and Thomas Carr Howe Middle School, have been named to the America’s Healthiest Schools list for 2025 by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.

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Indianapolis Public Schools board sets in-person meetings for September 2025

By N. L. Cabrera | Sep 8, 2025

The Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) Board of School Commissioners has announced that its September 2025 board meetings will be held in person.

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IPS launches K–12 swimming program focused on safety and student wellness

By Indy Standard | Sep 2, 2025

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) will launch a new K–12 swimming program this October, aiming to provide students with essential water safety skills and promote overall wellness.

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Family & kids event this September in Marion County

By S. D. Hawkins | Aug 30, 2025

Don't miss out on this family & kids event happening in Marion County this month.

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Students triumph in regional championship with innovative math program

By Indy Standard | May 9, 2025

For Benjamin Harrison School 2 students Jeffrey Bailey and Zac Turman, the recent victory in the NBA Math Hoops Regional Championship was celebrated on May 2.

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Megan Carlson named Indiana's School Nurse Administrator of the Year

By Indy Standard | May 8, 2025

Dr. Megan Carlson, the director of Health Services for Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS), has been honored as School Nurse Administrator of the Year by the Indiana Association of School Nurses.

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IPS announces 2026 Teachers of the Year: Molli Powers and Luc Sproles

By Indy Standard | May 7, 2025

The Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) announced the 2026 Teachers of the Year on May 7, marking the occasion with surprise celebrations.

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Shortridge senior wins Mr. Beautillion title at annual scholarship celebration

By Indy Standard | May 6, 2025

Shortridge High School senior Julian DeFrantz has been named Mr. Beautillion at the 39th Annual Beautillion Militaire Scholarship Celebration, organized by 100 Black Men of Indianapolis.

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Robotics gains prominence in Indianapolis Public Schools

By Indy Standard | May 5, 2025

In Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS), robotics is becoming a crucial part of students' education, influencing how they learn and prepare for the future.