INDIANA EDUCATION INSIGHT
This newsletter, which debuted in 1997, is the only one-stop source for information about what’s happening-and what to expect-at all levels of the educational system in the state, including activities of the General Assembly, the Indiana Department of Education and State Board of Education, the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, Distressed Unit Appeals Board, and the new Governor’s Workforce Cabinet – while keeping you informed about developments at the local levels that often fly under the radar.
Analysis of education at all levels – and in all forms:
As education and the workforce and career development moves to the top of the policy agenda and charter and voucher schools assume greater prominence, this newsletter offers what you need to monitor or participate in education policy development in the state.
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Recent News
West Vigo High School begins diversity training
Partially in response to “racial harassment issues” at West Vigo High School, the Vigo County School Corporation has elected to begin district-wide staff diversity training “that addresses bullying and increased sensitivity as it relates to diversity, equity and inclusion,” [...]
Kokomo School Corporation eyes renovations and improvements
Kokomo School Corporation plans to take on $6.1 million in debt through general obligation bonds for various school renovations and improvements. The school district does not intend to raise taxes as the school plans to slowly pay off the [...]
Oregon-Davis staff trains on new security system
Oregon-Davis School Corporation staff begins training on the new Raptor Security Systems that have been installed within the school premises. The Raptor Security System is a visitor management system that bolsters security by reading drivers licenses and other approved [...]
Rep. Smith sees bullying bill clear House
Rep. Vernon Smith (R) of Gary joked he was nervous to present his HB 1483 on Third Reading, the first time he had done so in approximately 15 years, he said. After House Committee on Education Chair Bob Behning [...]