From emergency permit to a licensed teacher thanks to IU pathway program
As teacher vacancies persist in Indiana, paraprofessionals like instructional assistants are often asked to fill in, obtaining emergency permits to teach in classrooms. The District-Based Alternative Certification Program fills in that gap. Read more about this story at News at IU
2023-2024 Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship Recipients
Ten deserving students from our incoming class at the IU School of Education Indianapolis have been honored with the prestigious Next Generation Hoosier Educators Scholarship, awarded the Indiana Commission of Higher Education.This scholarship is testament to their dedication to the field of education their commitment to making a difference in the lives of in Indiana. Recipients of this scholarship receive $10,000 annually, with a total award of up to $40,000, for agreeing to serve as educators in Indiana for a minimum five years post-graduation.
Freedom Schools is not just a summer program. It is a movement.
Freedom Schools is a movement that captures the history of our country, the talent of young adults, the heart of our children, and the excitement of our greater Indianapolis community.
Basketball and Books: Open Court Male Youth Summit during the 2024 NBA All-Star Weekend
From February 16th to February 18th, 2024, the city of Indianapolis transformed into a basketball fan’s paradise, hosting the NBA All-Star Game Weekend. It was a time when the city was beaming with groups, organizations, clubs, and, of course, towering NBA players and their coaching staff - all with a shared goal of promoting basketball and raising its profile.
Darius Lewis awarded NCUR 2024 Accepted Student Poster Presentation
At the IU School of Education in Indianapolis, we love to highlight what our students, faculty and staff are doing over the course of the school year. In this interview, we are congratulating and highlighting Darius Lewis. Darius Lewis is a Junior and is currently in our Teacher Education Program and his submission to the NCUR (National Conference on Undergraduate Research) has been accepted. The submission, "Carter G Woodson, A Visionary Creating a Legacy for Black Children: A Duo Ethnographic Conversation," has been accepted for presentation as "Accepted Student Poster Presentation" for the NCUR Conference in California in April.
Alumni Newsletter - Fall 2023 Edition
The purpose of the newsletter is to provide valuable information, recognize alumni accomplishments, and share memories and updates that educate and inspire.
The U.S. Department of State announced the selection of Dr. Brandon Sherman of the IUPUI School of Education for a 12-week English Language Specialist project focusing on Language Coaching in Russia through the American Center Moscow.
Teacher of the year named for Zionsville Schools District
“Being a teacher and getting to spend my days with my students is the most rewarding part,” Stein said. “I teach because I love kids and I love being able to inspire them."
School of Education, IPS school make math culturally relevant for young students
A new grant-funded initiative created by faculty, staff and graduate students at the Indiana University School of Education in Indianapolis, alongside an Indianapolis Public Schools partner school, is showing signs of success in getting elementary school students excited about math.
Women's History Month Recognition Award Ceremony
Our amazing winners were Kristina Johnson-Yates, who took home the 2023 Graduate / Professional Student WHM Recognition Award, Ruthie Payno-Simmons, PhD, who won the 2023 Newcomer Staff WHM Recognition Award, and Crystal Hill-Morton PhD, who was awarded the 2023 Veteran Faculty WHM Recognition Award.
