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Corye Franklin New Principal of Arsenal Tech

Weekly View — Wed, 04 Jul 2018 05:10:34 +0000

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Public Schools recently announced that Corye Franklin is the new principal of Arsenal Technical High School, the district’s largest high school, beginning with the 2018-19 school year.
Franklin most recently served as principal of William Penn School 49 (Grades Pre-K through 7) IPS’ largest elementary school, where he led his team in raising standardized test scores and the school’s letter grade from a D to a B. Franklin’s educational experience also includes serving as a teacher and administrator in Wayne and Lawrence Township schools and Anderson Community Schools.
He received his undergraduate degree from Indiana University, a master’s degree from Indiana Wesleyan University and is currently pursuing a PhD at Indiana Wesleyan University.
As principal, Franklin will oversee the high school’s programs and academies, including New Tech, the Career Technology Center (CTC), Math & Science and Law & Public Policy programs, and the new Construction, Engineering & Design Academy.
“I am humbled and thrilled to lead Arsenal Technical High School. The opportunity to serve our children and families is most rewarding,” said Principal Franklin. “I firmly believe that every student deserves high-quality instruction through authentic learning experiences and that includes educating the entire child and ensuring that they are prepared for enrollment, enlistment, or employment.”

IPS and Salesforce Partner to Prepare Students

Weekly View — Thu, 12 Apr 2018 05:10:13 +0000

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) recently announced a grant to support strong college and career preparation for high school students in Indianapolis. With a Salesforce.org donation of $500,000, IPS is opening a new Information Technology Academy at George Washington High School, as part of IPS’ All-Choice High School model. Additionally, Salesforce.org grant dollars will help support new Future Centers that actively engage and help students and families with college and career planning in Indianapolis.
The Information Technology Academy at George Washington High School starts in the 2018-19 school year. This is one of several new academies and College and Career Options. Salesforce.org, the philanthropic arm of Salesforce, will fund extensive technology for IPS’ new IT Academy. State-of-the-art laptops and desktop computers, wireless high-speed internet, and mobile charging devices will be provided to students — creating an advanced learning environment to compliment the project-based curriculum.
Nextech, a locally based nonprofit, will facilitate teacher professional development, externships, and student work-based learning opportunities that will connect IPS with local tech professionals and companies.
Beyond the classroom, IPS and Salesforce.org recognize the importance of including families, communities, and employers in building future-ready youth.
The full lineup of IPS College and Career Options available in the Fall of 2018 includes:
• George Washington High School: Information Technology Academy, Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Logistics Academy, Business & Finance Academy
• Arsenal Technical High School: Construction, Engineering & Design Academy, Math and Science, Law and Public Policy, New Tech, Career Technology Center
• Crispus Attucks High School: Health Sciences Academy, Teaching, Learning & Leading Academy
• Shortridge High School: International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, International Baccalaureate (IB) Career-Related, Visual & Performing Arts and Humanities
• Herron and Riverside High Schools: Academic Honors Curriculum, Advanced Placement, Classical Methodology, Community Internships, Liberal Arts, Visual and Performing Arts
• Purdue Polytechnic High Schools: Individualized, Project-Based STEM Focused Pathways
• Thrival Academy: Indy: 11th Grade Study Abroad Program of Blended Learning Strategies with Cultural Immersion
The Salesforce.org grant is a one-year commitment that will be applied to launching initiatives and building a strong foundation in the 2018-19 school year.

IPS Board Accepts Bid on Minnie Hartmann School 78

Weekly View — Thu, 03 Sep 2015 05:09:19 +0000

INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis Public Schools Board of School Commissioners Action Session on August 27 voted to accept an offer on Minnie Hartmann School 78 at 3734 East Vermont St.
JHBCC Properties, LLC, offered $400,000 for the property, and pending closing, the Board agreed to that purchase price, bringing the district both more income and additional savings by reducing district maintenance costs.
Abbe Hohmann, President of Site Strategies Advisory, LLC, and part of the district’s Real Estate Review Team, wasn’t surprised that the property attracted attention. “School 78 is a three-story building located between two main east/west arteries serving downtown—Michigan and New York Streets. The site was rezoned in 2011 greatly expanding the list of approved uses, giving a new owner the opportunity to take full advantage of the 65,000 square feet of space on 2.7 acres,” she said.

Discussions Begin on Fate of Arlington High School

Ethel Winslow — Thu, 22 Jan 2015 06:11:37 +0000

Superintendent of Indianapolis Public Schools Dr. Lawrence Ferebee was adamant about the future of Arlingon High School at a public meeting January 14. “We have the chance to get this right,” he said of the reintegration of the school back into the IPS School District. “This is an opportunity.”
The CEO and Chancellor of Tindley, Marcus Robinson, stated that the charter school management company recognized the history of the high school. “This is an important place,” he said, referring the high school which has been part of the community since 1961. “We were not hired on to be here forever. We are meeting the goals early, and it is time for us to step back.”
In 2012, Arlington High School was taken over by the state due to consistently poor academic performance. Tindley came in to manage the school, hiring teachers and introducing its own curriculum, and has had success in raising test scores since the takeover. However, Tindley informed the state in July 2014 that it couldn’t afford to continue running Arlington. Since the announcement, IPS has been in discussion with Tindley about how best to reintegrate the school back into the district, and is now opening the talks to the community. The January 14 meeting was the first step in engaging the public in the process.
Dr. Ferebee said at the meeting that one of the issues at Arlington is that the school building is too large in respect to the current enrollment. He noted that combining the student population of John Marshall on the far eastside and Arlington was a possibility, or sharing the building would be on the table. The transition planning would begin in spring and be in place for the 2015-16 school year.
Public input on the transition at the meeting included suggestions about offering more vocational schooling options, upgrading computer systems and networks, keeping the community involved at the school, and maintaining the parental involvement in the school.
Residents are encouraged to learn more about the transition of Arlington High School to IPS and comment online at www.myips.org. More meetings about the project will be held in spring.

IPS Announces Open Houses

Weekly View — Thu, 24 Jul 2014 05:10:52 +0000

INDIANAPOLIS — Starting July 21, many schools began on-site enrollment for families and are prepared to answer any questions about the upcoming year. Schools also welcome returning Middle/Junior High and High School students and their families to complete the registration process for this year’s classes so all academic and elective needs are met. Finally, all schools will hold an open house — new and returning families are invited to gain useful information and become familiar with their building, the teachers, and the staff members that will help students attain an excellent education this year.
A full list of schools and their open house dates can be found online at www.ips.k12.in.us. Call (317) 226-4415 with any questions about school boundaries and enrollment requirements. The IPS “One Stop Shop” open enrollment at the John Morton-Finney Center for Educational Services is located at 120 E. Walnut St. downtown, and will be open July 25 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.