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Indiana Ends Funding for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, Seeks Private Donors

Indiana Ends Funding for Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, Seeks Private Donors

Indiana government has announced it will no longer support Dolly Parton's Imagination Library program.

Golden Apple Award Winner: Arsenal Technical High School's Most Valuable Player

Golden Apple Award Winner: Arsenal Technical High School's Most Valuable Player

Arsenal Technical High School's Ebony Lee is the latest winner of the WISH-TV Golden Apple Award.

Controlling ABA Therapy Costs

Controlling ABA Therapy Costs

Gov.

Perry Township Schools Sued Over Alleged Violence and Bullying

Perry Township Schools Sued Over Alleged Violence and Bullying

Two central Indiana families are suing Perry Township Schools over allegations of "pervasive violence and bullying" within the school district.

Charter Schools to Share in Revenue: Measure Advances in Legislature

Charter Schools to Share in Revenue: Measure Advances in Legislature

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) officials are warning that a proposed revenue-sharing bill could force them to close nearly two dozen schools.

Indy's Young Authors Shine: Published Works on Display at Literacy Fair

Indy's Young Authors Shine: Published Works on Display at Literacy Fair

On February 8, Young Authors Day in Indianapolis is celebrated with a community literacy fair showcasing the work of dozens of newly published local authors.

Changing the Narrative: 100 Black Men Urged to Read with Kids to Combat Illiteracy

Changing the Narrative: 100 Black Men Urged to Read with Kids to Combat Illiteracy

Reading is a fundamental skill, but not every child has the tools to be successful.

Autism Therapy Cuts in Medicaid May Affect Schools

Autism Therapy Cuts in Medicaid May Affect Schools

Indiana Medicaid cuts could place new pressure on public schools as the state moves forward with plans to limit access to applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy.

Wearing Red to Fight the Widowmaker: A Mother's Crusade Against Heart Disease

Wearing Red to Fight the Widowmaker: A Mother's Crusade Against Heart Disease

Mother who survived multiple heart attacks shares her storyA Mother's Heart: Jill Wells' Inspiring JourneyFor Indianapolis mother Jill Wells, the heartbeat of her family motivates her to persevere through life's challenges.

Reviving the Warrior Ethos

Reviving the Warrior Ethos

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth was sworn into his new role on Saturday, one day after surviving a contentious confirmation that included three Republicans voting in opposition.

Braun's Budget Proposal Ends Funding for Martin University

Braun's Budget Proposal Ends Funding for Martin University

Governor Mike Braun's state budget proposal has sparked outrage as it eliminates funding for Martin University, a private institution in Indianapolis and Indiana's only predominantly Black university.

Finding Solutions to Youth Violence: Community Conversations to End the Cycle

Finding Solutions to Youth Violence: Community Conversations to End the Cycle

In the wake of a recent homicide involving a 14-year-old girl, the Marion County Youth Violence Prevention Coalition's Crisis Response Task Force has expressed concern and commitment to supporting affected families and the broader community.

PowerSchool Cybersecurity Breach Affects Indiana Schools

PowerSchool Cybersecurity Breach Affects Indiana Schools

A cybersecurity breach has affected Indiana schools, exposing personal and private information about schoolchildren and teachers.

Decision Time: How Area School Systems Will Determine Whether to Cancel Classes on a Snow Day

Decision Time: How Area School Systems Will Determine Whether to Cancel Classes on a Snow Day

As winter weather approaches, schools across Central Indiana are watching closely.

Expanding Early Childhood Care for Moms in Recovery

Expanding Early Childhood Care for Moms in Recovery

Volunteers of America has recovery facilities in Indiana that allow women to be in recovery with their children.

Parents Demand Better School Transportation at IPS

Parents Demand Better School Transportation at IPS

INDIANAPOLIS — Transportation to and from school is vital for working families.

AI Revolutionizes Education for Students with Disabilities

AI Revolutionizes Education for Students with Disabilities

Makenzie Gilkison stands in the main lobby at Greenfield Central High School, Tuesday, Dec.

"I Was Unsure About College: IU Indy Aims to Support More Marion County Students in Achieving Their Higher Education Goals"

"I Was Unsure About College: IU Indy Aims to Support More Marion County Students in Achieving Their Higher Education Goals"

INDIANAPOLIS — Only about half of high school seniors in Indiana are pursuing higher education, but Indiana University Indianapolis (IU Indy) is striving to change that by expanding its innovative program aimed at removing obstacles to college admission.

"Warren Twp. Golden Apple Awardee Shares Insights on Nurturing Young Minds"

"Warren Twp. Golden Apple Awardee Shares Insights on Nurturing Young Minds"

INDIANAPOLIS — The Golden Apple Award, presented by WISH-TV, recognizes exceptional teachers in central Indiana, celebrating their dedication and impact on students.

Parent of Excluded Special Education Student Seeks Reform

Parent of Excluded Special Education Student Seeks Reform

INDIANAPOLIS — An elementary school is facing criticism for excluding special education students from a Christmas program, leaving many parents heartbroken and calling for reform.

Indiana Elementary School Issues Apology for Excluding Students from Christmas Program

Indiana Elementary School Issues Apology for Excluding Students from Christmas Program

INDIANAPOLIS — An elementary school in southern Indiana has publicly apologized for excluding certain students from its Christmas program.

Emma Donnan Schools Host 5th Annual Holiday Shop to Support Students in Need

Emma Donnan Schools Host 5th Annual Holiday Shop to Support Students in Need

INDIANAPOLIS — The Adelante Schools at Emma Donnan Elementary and Middle School proudly hosted their fifth annual holiday shop on Friday, providing a valuable service to students and their families.

Indiana High School Diploma Redesign Approved by State Education Board with Unanimous 11-0 Vote

Indiana High School Diploma Redesign Approved by State Education Board with Unanimous 11-0 Vote

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Education has unanimously approved a redesign of the high school diploma during a board meeting, with an 11-0 vote.

WISH-TV Celebrates Graduation of Its Third Class from the Multicultural Media Producing Program

WISH-TV Celebrates Graduation of Its Third Class from the Multicultural Media Producing Program

INDIANAPOLIS—Thursday was a momentous occasion as students graduated from the third class of the Multicultural Media Producing Program at WISH-TV, culminating several months of dedication and hard work.

Braun Reveals Appointments for Education and Commerce Secretaries

Braun Reveals Appointments for Education and Commerce Secretaries

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor-elect Mike Braun has announced that Dr.

Big Ten Funds New Library for Indianapolis Elementary School

Big Ten Funds New Library for Indianapolis Elementary School

INDIANAPOLIS — Although elementary school students may not yet be considering their college futures, a new initiative funded by the Big Ten is helping pave the way for their educational journeys.

Sheridan School Board Releases Statement Regarding Coach Wright's Resignation

Sheridan School Board Releases Statement Regarding Coach Wright's Resignation

SHERIDAN, Ind.

Lebanon High School Students Rally Against Principal Amid Allegations of Verbal Abuse

Lebanon High School Students Rally Against Principal Amid Allegations of Verbal Abuse

Students at Lebanon High School are protesting against Principal Frank Meyer following accusations of verbal abuse from both students and staff.

MIT Announces Free Tuition for All Middle-Class Undergraduates Beginning in 2025

MIT Announces Free Tuition for All Middle-Class Undergraduates Beginning in 2025

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has exciting news for prospective students: beginning in the 2025-26 academic year, undergraduates from middle-class families earning less than $200,000 a year will benefit from free tuition.

"Grow With Us Initiative Seeks to Enhance Agricultural Education Throughout Indiana"

"Grow With Us Initiative Seeks to Enhance Agricultural Education Throughout Indiana"

HAMILTON COUNTY — At Hamilton Southeastern High School, students have the opportunity to explore agriculture through a hands-on greenhouse program.

IPS Shares Key Focus Areas for the 2025 Legislative Session

IPS Shares Key Focus Areas for the 2025 Legislative Session

INDIANAPOLIS — On Tuesday, Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) unveiled its comprehensive legislative agenda for 2025, outlining key priorities designed to bolster public education and improve student outcomes across the state.

Hamilton Heights High School Grieves Unexpected Passing of Principal

Hamilton Heights High School Grieves Unexpected Passing of Principal

ARCADIA, Ind.

Enrollment Period for Federal Marketplace Insurance Now Open

Enrollment Period for Federal Marketplace Insurance Now Open

The arrival of November not only signals the approach of the holiday season but also marks the beginning of the open enrollment period for health insurance through the federal marketplace.