Aleksandra Appleton

Aleksandra Appleton

Reporter, Chalkbeat Indiana

Aleksandra Appleton is a Reporter for Chalkbeat Indiana. She previously reported on schools in Las Vegas and Fresno, California, where she grew up. Aleks is a graduate of UC San Diego and the Columbia School of Journalism.

Redistricting has dominated headlines and lawmakers’ time. But deregulation and the future of IPS may be in the cards in 2026.

The $1,000 grants allow qualifying students to get tutoring from approved vendors.

School food pantries have been preparing for more demand due to uncertainty about when people will receive federal nutrition assistance.

The lieutenant governor was out door-knocking in Avon, urging voters to reject a referendum to fund teachers and school programming. However, Avon schools says the district has the support of people who live in the community.

New property tax laws are expected to put pressure on schools’ long-term budgets, raising the stakes in next month’s elections.

If approved, the state’s plan would go into effect for the 2026-27 school year.

The goal is to build communication skills that lead to positive experiences with friends and teachers, which in turn improve attendance and academics.

No official cases have been opened with the state agency responsible for revoking licenses.

Attorney General Todd Rokita is also tracking teachers’ posts in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s killing.

The state wants to contract with outside vendors after recent state tests showed many students struggling in grades 6-8.