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under scrutiny
Indiana
February 12, 2019
As D.C. leaders vet Ferebee, his track record in Indy falls under a harsh spotlight
The D.C. City Council has until April 9 to confirm or reject Ferebee or he will automatically be confirmed.
a new era
Indiana
February 7, 2019
How Lewis Ferebee forged peace with charter competitors to reshape Indianapolis schools
Lewis Ferebee's innovation plan has undoubtedly transformed the state’s largest district. But he's leaving before some of the most telling results bear out.
Big questions
Indiana
February 6, 2019
5 questions on Lewis Ferebee’s record in Indianapolis as he seeks to lead D.C. schools
Ferebee is known for his work creating innovation schools, which are part of the district but run by charter or nonprofit operators.
dips
Indiana
January 8, 2019
After years of gains, most IPS high schools see dips in graduation rates
Five Indianapolis Public Schools campuses had declines of more than 3 percentage points
dramarama
Indiana
December 21, 2018
A look back on the biggest stories of 2018 in Indianapolis Public Schools
It was a tumultuous year for Indianapolis Public Schools — and one that ended with a dramatic change in leadership.
An Introduction
Indiana
December 11, 2018
What you need to know about Aleesia Johnson, IPS’ interim superintendent
Johnson, 40, is the first African-American woman to serve as the district’s superintendent, and she appears a likely contender to be a permanent successor to Ferebee.
For now
Indiana
December 7, 2018
Indianapolis Public Schools picks Aleesia Johnson as interim superintendent
Johnson will be the first African-American woman to lead the district.
Transitions
Indiana
December 5, 2018
With Ferebee’s departure, Indianapolis Public Schools could name an interim superintendent on Friday
The board will not vote this week on a permanent replacement or decide on details about the search process, according to a district statement.
change at the top
National
December 3, 2018
D.C., meet your next chancellor: 8 things to know about Lewis Ferebee and what he might bring to the district
With a modest demeanor and careful speaking style, Ferebee has kept a low public profile. But he has made a name for himself in education reform circles.
big moves
Indiana
Updated
Indianapolis’ Lewis Ferebee tapped as next chancellor of D.C. Public Schools
Under Ferebee's leadership, Indianapolis Public Schools pursued a slew of dramatic, and controversial, changes, including expanding "innovation" schools.
breaking
Indiana
December 1, 2018
Indianapolis’s Lewis Ferebee a finalist for D.C. schools chief job, sources say
Ferebee was in the running for the top post in Los Angeles earlier this year, though he eventually withdrew.
litmus tests
National
November 13, 2018
In a shift, more education reformers say they’re worried about schools’ focus on testing
The pervasiveness of the complaints about testing was striking.
Indiana
April 18, 2018
What it could mean for Indianapolis Public Schools if Ferebee is looking at new jobs
Although Ferebee has withdrawn his name from contention in Los Angeles, he still could be an option for other districts.
Indiana
April 17, 2018
Indianapolis Public Schools’ Lewis Ferebee is a finalist to lead Los Angeles schools
The Los Angeles Times reported Monday that Ferebee is among the finalists to lead the nation's second-largest school district.
Indiana
March 8, 2018
Walton gives Indianapolis Public Schools $1.7 million to increase principal power
The foundation is known for offering startup grants for charter.
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