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.”
