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Jennifer McCormick

Indiana
January 12, 2018

Indiana’s graduation rate has barely changed in 6 years while most of the nation is on the rise

Since 2011, Indiana's graduation rate has stagnated.
Indiana
August 4, 2017

As Indiana schools try to make every graduate count, educators fear struggling students will lose out

Schools will certainly try to steer more students to the Core 40; if they don’t, their graduation rates will plummet.
Indiana
August 2, 2017

Howe and Manual will stay open three more years under the management of CSUSA

The chronically failing schools were part of Indianapolis Public Schools until they were taken over by the state in 2012.
Indiana
June 21, 2017

Indiana school districts receive grants to train math and science teachers

Grant recipients will work with universities, foundations, and other local institutions to help educators improve their teaching strategies and knowledge.

legislative update

Indiana
March 27, 2017

GOP plan to appoint Indiana’s schools chief claws its way back to a win in Senate panel

The Senate Rules Committee passed and amended a bill on Monday changing how the state’s top education official is selected.

how's it going?

Indiana
March 23, 2017

She’s no Tony Bennett or Glenda Ritz — Jennifer McCormick is charting her own course as Indiana’s schools chief

More than two months into her administration, educators and advocates are praising McCormick’s focus and remain optimistic about her tenure.

school rules

National
March 14, 2017

Yes, Congress scrapped Obama-era education rules. But states say little is changing

What is changing? A requirement for states to get input from community members. But that doesn't mean input is being scrapped, either.

new leaders

Indiana
January 9, 2017

It’s official: Holcomb and McCormick sworn in as Indiana’s governor and superintendent. Their plans are still coming into focus.

Today Eric Holcomb and Jennifer McCormick were sworn in at the Indiana State Fairgrounds as Indiana’s next governor and state superintendent. Holcomb, an Indianapolis native,…

Teamwork

Indiana
December 2, 2016

Who will be advising Indiana’s next state superintendent? Not the charter advocates some expected

McCormick announced the team who will help her prepare to take office next year — and not one of them is a major player in Indiana’s charter school or voucher scene.

Election 2016

Indiana
November 8, 2016

Glenda Ritz defeated by her Republican challenger in a big Election night upset

For the second time in four years, a political newcomer has unexpectedly triumphed over the incumbent in the race for Indiana state superintendent.

The basics of...

Indiana
November 3, 2016

The basics of Jennifer McCormick: Political newcomer struggles to set herself apart

The New Castle native has spent her career in Yorktown, a traditional public school district in northeastern Indiana that enrolls about 2,500 students K-12.

Analysis

Indiana
October 31, 2016

With days to the election, these questions loom large over the future of Indiana schools

What direction will Indiana choose and how will affect schools?

Election 2016

Indiana
October 27, 2016

Seasoned educators vying for state superintendent agree: Indiana schools need more money

In general, aid for poor students decreased when the state funding formula was adjusted in 2015. Both candidates want to revisit that change with lawmakers next year.

Election 2016

Indiana
October 17, 2016

As election nears, Republican challenger looks to distance herself from Bennett and Ritz

With just weeks before Hoosiers will be asked to elect the next Indiana schools chief, Republican candidate Jennifer McCormick is trying hard to distinguish herself.

Election 2016

Indiana
October 5, 2016

Gregg: The only way politicians can help Indiana schools is by working together

The Democratic candidate for governor explains where he stands on major education issues.

Election 2016

Indiana
October 4, 2016

Holcomb: The best teachers expect a lot and invest even more in their students

Holcomb, Indiana’s Lieutenant Governor, says he often draws on early school experiences to inform his education policies.

Analysis

Indiana
September 26, 2016

These 7 big 2016 Indiana election surprises could shape education decisions in the future

For educators and people invested in the state’s schools, there’s a lot at stake as voters’ choices.

Election 2016

Indiana
July 21, 2016

Superintendents race could have ‘huge impact’ on testing, preschools and the future of Indiana education

It’s easy to get caught up in the drama of major U.S. and statewide elections, but education advocates urge voters not to overlook this year’s superintendents race.

State Superintendent Race

Indiana
June 11, 2016

Ritz vs. McCormick is the 2016 showdown for Indiana state superintendent

Yorktown school Superintendent Jennifer McCormick today was named the Republican choice to challenge incumbent Democrat Glenda Ritz in the November election for state superintendent at…
Indiana
January 28, 2016

Challenging Ritz, McCormick cites politics and management problems

The Yorktown superintendent is seeking the Republican nomination to run for state superintendent.
Indiana
January 27, 2016

A challenger for Glenda Ritz could emerge this week

Yorktown Superintendent Jennifer McCormick plans an announcement about the superintendent race Thursday.