Indianapolis Public Schools

Stay active this winter with tips from Indianapolis Public Schools health experts! ?? “Exercise keeps kids strong, boosts mental health, and fights obesity,” says Kathy Langdon, IPS Health and Wellness Coach. Andrew Bartolacci, Indiana’s Middle School PE Teacher of the Year, adds: “Keep it fun with 15–20 minute bursts of movement. Games are great!” Read more: https://lnkd.in/gy7ct_r2) #IPSWellness #WinterFitness TeamIPS

?? Mirror Indy highlights how Indianapolis Public Schools is ready to assist students this FAFSA season! Indiana high school students must file the FAFSA or opt out by April 15and IPS counselors are prepared to help. “Our staff will remain calm, cool, collected, and supportive,” says Austin Dodd, who oversees postsecondary programs at IPS. “We’re ready to stand alongside students and families every step of the way.” Read more from Mirror Indy: https://lnkd.in/g5CD8Xm4 Let’s make this year’s filing process smoother than ever! ?? #FAFSA #CollegeReady #IPS #StudentSupport

Check out this great story from WISH-TV about how Indianapolis Public Schools students are heading to Indiana University Indianapolis through the Seamless Admissions program! ?? Organizers report a 130% increase in IPS students admitted to IU Indianapolis—amazing progress for our future leaders! ?? **Read more:** [https://lnkd.in/gZ3GRrsw) #StudentSuccess #FutureFocused #HigherEd

?? Huge thanks to Marc Mullins and WRTV for featuring Indianapolis Public Schools The story highlighted how IPS is stepping up to support students and families with the new #FAFSA requirements, including piloting the updated application at @Shortridge. Reporter Marc Mullins spoke with District College Specialist LaSaundra Alexander, Shortridge College Specialist Lori Armstrong, and several students about our dedication to helping students secure their futures. ???? ?? See the story here: https://lnkd.in/gBwh_2Fn) #FutureFocused #StudentSuccess

???? IPS Featured on WRTV-6 Tonight! ???? Today, WRTV visited Shortridge High School to highlight how Indianapolis Public Schools Public Schools (IPS) is taking proactive steps to support students and families with the new FAFSA requirements, including piloting the updated application. Reporter Marc Mullins spoke with District College Specialist LaSaundra Alexander, Shortridge College Specialist Lori Armstrong, and several students about the district’s commitment to helping students secure their futures. ?? Tune in at 6 p.m. on WRTV to catch the full story! #TeamIPS #FAFSAReady #StudentSuccess #CollegeBound

?? Celebrating Indianapolis Public Schools Alumni: Cristina Boone Cristina Boone, a 2000 graduate of Northwest High School, has built an incredible career in engineering. After earning her degree from Purdue University, she worked on military aircraft designs, nuclear glovebox projects, and Rolls Royce engine repairs. Today, she’s a lead engineer at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Her journey reflects the power of education and determination. ?? Read more on LinkedIn: [https://lnkd.in/g5J2US5X) #IPSAlumni #EngineeringExcellence #NorthwestHighPride #TeamIPS

?? From Arsenal Technical High School to a leader in construction, Adrian Russell is an Indianapolis Public Schools success story! Inspired by a teacher’s promise to “make him a professional,” Russell is now Director of Diversity and Procurement at Shiel Sexton and founder of Russell’s Building Camp, a nonprofit introducing youth to construction careers. ?? Read more: [https://lnkd.in/gx9E4DRf) #IPSAlumni #TechPride #BuildingFutures #TeamIPS

?? Indianapolis Public Schools is preparing for the 2025 legislative session with six key priorities to support students statewide. The district’s proactive efforts have gained attention, with the story reposted by outlets like AOL.com! ?? ?? Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gwPsUNer

Thank you to the Indianapolis Recorder Newspaper for highlighting Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) 2025 Legislative Priorities and amplifying the importance of supporting public education. ??? As we prepare for the upcoming General Assembly on January 13, IPS is committed to advancing initiatives that directly impact our students and their futures: ? Education funding reform ? Student health initiatives ? Post-secondary accessibility ? Workforce development ? Literacy support Additionally, we’re advocating for a revision of the Complexity Index to better address the needs of English Language Learners (ELL) and special education programs. We’re proud to work toward these goals and grateful for the community’s ongoing support as we ensure every IPS student has access to the resources and opportunities they deserve. ?? Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gs65jf88 #EducationMatters #StudentSuccess #IPS2025 #CommunitySupport

Indy pride on display—from classroom to garage! ????? Students in the automotive program at Arsenal Tech High School are restoring a 1951 Chevrolet Deluxe, thanks to sponsorship from Carvana. This hands-on project fuels their passion for cars while building skills for success after graduation—and it’s even been featured by Old Cars Weekly: https://lnkd.in/g_dPYU6X #TeamIPS #ArsenalTech #STEMEducation #AutomotiveSkills #ClassicCarRestoration