Indiana Department of Education
Directly from the Indiana Department of Education in downtown Indianapolis, providing relevant news and information about our K-12 students, parents, educators, and community members and how together we can meet the exciting and challenging demands, today and tomorrow.
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Press Conference - Schools and Districts Honored for Students’ High Academic Growth
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11/08/2010 02:50 PM
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Nine Indiana schools and school corporations were recognized by Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Tony Bennett in his Statehouse office this morning. Using new data from the Indiana Growth Model, these schools and corporations were selected for this honor because a large percentage of their students achieved high academic growth in both Mathematics and English/Language Arts during the 2009-2010 school year.
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College GO! Week Kicks Off Statewide Campaign on Sept. 20
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09/27/2010 09:39 AM
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Touting the huge, positive impact that higher education has on quality of life and future earnings for Hoosiers, Indiana officials and local communities are gearing up for a statewide campaign highlighting what it takes to succeed in education and careers after high school.
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Leaders highlight success of Summer Advantage Program
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09/09/2010 10:33 PM
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Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Tony Bennett and Summer Advantage USA Founder Earl Martin Phalen announced the results of the 2010 program during a press conference at Central Elementary School in Pike Township. Summer Advantage USA provides students in grades K-8 research-based, summer learning programs designed to produce substantial academic gains.
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WebEx User Video
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06/30/2010 09:14 AM
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Discover amazing ways the Indiana Department of Education is using WebEx to manage meetings with people from all over the World. This short video will explain how you can connect to one of our meetings and provides several troubleshooting tips for beginners.
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Press Conference - 2010 ISTEP+ Results
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06/16/2010 04:14 PM
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Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Tony Bennett released the 2010 Indiana Statewide Testing for Education Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) results today, and students across the state made significant gains. Results show 81 percent of public schools increased the percentage of students passing both the English/language arts and Mathematics portions of the ISTEP+. The assessment resulted in statewide pass rates of 74 percent in English/language arts, 76 percent in Mathematics, 67 percent in Science and 65 percent in Social Studies.
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Press Conference - 2009 ISTEP+ Results
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09/24/2009 12:05 PM
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The 2009 Indiana Statewide Testing for Education Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) results, released today by Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Tony Bennett, revealed many Indiana students were challenged by the new test and benchmarks. The test, administered last spring, resulted in statewide pass rates of 70 percent in English/Language Arts, 71percent in Mathematics, 62 percent in Science and 59 percent in Social Studies.
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IPLA Today-June 2009-Building an Advanced Placement Community in Your School
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05/28/2009 07:33 AM
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IPLA Today
Building an Advanced Placement Community in Your School
Guest: John Gubera
Advanced Placement 6-12, Director
Middle Schools, Coordinator
Indiana Department of Education
A new benchmark for Advanced Placement (AP) achievement for the state of Indiana has been identified as part of the Indiana Department of Education’s vision to increase significantly the college graduation rates of Indiana students. Indiana schools need to develop a plan to increase both student participation and success through the implementation of a rigorous AP curriculum. Principals can foster the establishment of an AP program or improve an existing AP program in their schools. This segment will discuss strategies to reach this new benchmark.
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IPLA Today-May 2009-Culturally Responsive Instruction
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05/08/2009 12:16 PM
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IPLA Today
Culturally Responsive Instruction
Guest: Renae Azziz, Ed.S., NCSP
Educational Consultant
and Professional Development Trainer
Virtuoso Education Consulting
The gap between the academic success of majority and ethnically diverse students is well documented. Culturally Responsive Instruction (CRI) is widely acknowledged as a critical component in raising the achievement of diverse students. This episode will provide an overview of the characteristics of Culturally Responsive Instruction (CRI) and offer guidance to school leaders on action steps they can take to increase proficiency among staff and ensure implementation at the building level.
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IPLA Today-April 2009-The Essential Arts
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03/31/2009 03:45 PM
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IPLA Today
The Essential Arts
Guest: Jennifer Hicks
Sarah Fronczek
Indiana Department of Education
Fine Arts Specialist Sarah Fronczek will discuss characteristics of quality instruction in the arts, the arts as an essential part of a balanced curriculum, the importance of ongoing arts instruction at all levels, and the cross-curricular benefits of arts study. She will describe attributes of arts teachers who demonstrate best practice in the arts, attributes of students who experience quality arts instruction, and the physical environment necessary for quality arts instruction to take place.
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IPLA Today-March 2009-Best Practices in Science Education
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02/27/2009 01:28 PM
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IPLA Today
Best Practices in Science Education
Guest: Jennifer Hicks
Science Curriculum Specialist
Indiana Department of Education
This episode addresses best practices in science education for the K-12 classroom.
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Help Hoosier Families Get Some Cash for College
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02/13/2009 02:54 PM
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Learn More Indiana’s goal is to make sure more Hoosiers get the money available to them for college and we need your help. Coalition members can help high school seniors get their hands on some cash for college by reminding them to fill out the all-important college financial aid form (FAFSA) by March 10, 2009.
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Learn More Indiana and Hot 96.3FM Spokesperson
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02/13/2009 02:43 PM
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Learn More Indiana and Jay Rio with Hot 96.3FM and Indy’s Music Channel are asking students to go online (www.learnmoreindiana.org/spokesperson) and submit their ideas and plans for financing their college education. Ten finalists will be invited to try out at the Radio One studio in downtown Indianapolis. The grand prize winner will get to record a radio and TV commercial that will air in prime time spots on Hot 96.3FM and IMC TV. Plus, the winner will get to meet, great and share the stage with Russ Parr at his annual back to school bus tour. Sign up now and become a star!
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IPLA Today-January 2009B-The Importance of Literacy Instruction in Secondary Schools
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01/16/2009 11:27 AM
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IPLA Today
The Importance of Literacy Instruction in Secondary Schools
Guest: Judy Jenkins
Coordinator of Secondary School Redesign
Indiana Department of Education
Historically, teachers in our secondary schools considered the teaching of reading to be the responsibility of elementary teachers. As secondary schools look at how their schools must change, they will have to create a learning environment that supports literacy. Even students who are proficient readers when they leave elementary school need strategy instruction in reading to become proficient adult readers. Literacy instruction at the secondary level is every content teacher’s responsibility. Content textbooks are organized differently. Content vocabulary is best taught by the content teacher who has a deep understanding of the terms. It is also important for students to see their teachers as “readers”.
In order to help our schools continuously improve, today’s educational leaders must help teachers think differently about their responsibilities. To that end, middle, junior and senior high school teachers must embrace the idea that they are the ones who can best teach students how to read and understand their content. Reading/literacy instruction does not end when a child is ten years old; it must continue and be reinforced throughout the child’s entire schooling.
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Goal Writing for ISPs
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01/06/2009 03:39 PM
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Dr. Dawn McGrath describes how to use the new alternative education Goals Worksheet to make Individual Service Plans more effective and the process more efficient. Programs are directed to identify 1-3 pivotal goals that directly address identified student needs. These goals must be measurable so that progress monitoring can occur and services or interventions modified if they are not effective.
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IPLA Today-January 2009A-School Leadership in Indiana: A Conversation with Dr. Suellen Reed
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01/02/2009 08:07 AM
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IPLA Today
Special Edition
School Leadership in Indiana: A Conversation with Dr. Suellen Reed
Guest: Dr. Suellen K. Reed
Superintendent of Public Instruction
for the State of Indiana
Based on her 16 years of service as Indiana’s Superintendent of Public Instruction and her enduring dedication to the students of Indiana, Dr. Reed shares her thoughts and reflections on school leadership in Indiana.
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Go Green: Introduction with Dr. Suellen K. Reed
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12/16/2008 03:48 PM
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Part I Introduction with Dr. Suellen K. Reed
Indiana Superintendent of Public Instruction
Dr. Suellen Reed provides an overview of Indiana Department of Education’s ongoing Learn Green, Live Green initiative.
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Go Green: Geist Elementary School
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12/16/2008 03:48 PM
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Second Grade Teacher Jacqueline Ward promotes green awareness through fun daily classroom activities as well as a special Earth Day unit. Students study the importance of being more environmentally conscious while learning second-grade academic standards at the same time.
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Go Green: Avon Middle School
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12/16/2008 03:49 PM
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Seventh Grade Math Teacher Lisa Guthrie teaches her students the importance of conservation through a special unit she designed titled “Wasted Space: An Investigation in Product Manufacturing and Recycling.” The unit combines green concepts with seventh-grade academic standards.
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Go Green: Union City Community High School
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12/16/2008 03:49 PM
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Science Teacher John Zakelj received a grant to erect a wind turbine as well as solar panels to help generate zero-carbon energy for Union City Community High School. Students help calculate and predict the amount of energy produced by the solar panels and wind turbine using science and mathematical applications.
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IPLA Today-December 2008-Freshman Transition to High School
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12/04/2008 06:35 PM
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IPLA Today
Freshman Transition to High School
Guest: Dan Kuznik
2008 Indiana Teacher of the Year
Asst. Principal, Guion Creek Middle School
M S D Pike Township
Indianapolis, IN
The freshman year of high school is a pivotal year in the life of a student. Research has shown much correlation between the freshman year and high levels of failure and discipline rates. In this episode, the benefits of peer mentors for freshmen as they transition from middle to high school will be explored. Resources for developing or revamping a freshman mentor program will be identified.
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IPLA Today-November 2008-So, What Do You Mean by Cultural Responsivity Anyway?
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10/29/2008 09:14 AM
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IPLA Today
So, What Do You Mean by Cultural Responsivity Anyway?
Guest: Shana Ritter
Project Coordinator
The Equity Project at Indiana University
We view the world through the lens of culture, which is a system of beliefs, values, customs, and behaviors that is filtered through our own individuality and experiences. Cultural responsivity is grounded in an awareness of cultural context and the strengths that students bring with them to school. Culturally responsive practice or pedagogy, which may also be referred to as cultural competence, is having the capacity to function effectively in cultural contexts that differ from your own.
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IPLA Today-October 2008
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09/26/2008 12:22 PM
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IPLA Today
International Education: A Passport to the World for Indiana Students
Guest: Caterina Cregor Blitzer
Director of International Education
Indiana Department of Education
International Education is an interdisciplinary approach to prepare students for life and work in an age of increasing diversity and complexity. Nationwide, business, government and education leaders advocate for students learning 21st century skills to compete in our global economy. There is broad recognition and a shared sense of urgency that our education system can and should do more to prepare our young people to succeed in the rapidly evolving 21st century. Together with proficiency in English, Science, Technology, Engineering and Math, these 21st century skills include global literacy, knowledge of other world regions, cultures, economies and international issues, skills to communicate in languages other than English, ability to work in cross-cultural teams and access information from different sources around the world. The Indiana Department of Education’s international education team collaborates internationally, nationally and state wide to implement goals for international education programs that prepare Indiana students for their roles in the global economy.
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IPLA Today-September 2008
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08/26/2008 08:01 AM
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IPLA Today-September 2008
The State of Indiana Assessment Program
Guest: Michele Walker
Director of Student Assessment
Indiana Department of Education
The episode will update Indiana educators on changes to Indiana’s Assessment program. The following topics will be discussed:
• Diagnostic assessment
• Fall 2008 ISTEP+ testing
• Spring 2009 ISTEP+ testing
• Changes to the GQE assessment
• End-of-Course Assessments
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IPLA Today-August 2008
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07/29/2008 10:14 AM
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IPLA Today-August 2008
Algebra Readiness
Guest: Dan Kuznik
2008 Indiana Teacher of the Year
Asst. Principal, Guion Creek Middle School
M S D Pike Township
Indianapolis, IN
Algebra is the “gateway course” to upper-level mathematics. It is important that students are well prepared in primary and middle grades in order to set them up for success in Algebra and further upper-level math courses. In conjunction with the IPLA Vision, continuous improvement is always the goal. Schools have come a long way in terms of preparing students for Algebra. Yet, educators must continue to strive to improve primary and middle level approaches for preparing students for success in Algebra. Knowledge of where to look for useful and effective resources is critical for fostering student success.
Original air date: 08/01/2008
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IPLA Today-May 2008
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05/05/2008 09:16 AM
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IPLA Today-May 2008
Analyzing Data
Guest: Gary Wallyn
Director, Office of School Accreditation & Awards
Indiana Department of Education
This segment will show the kinds of school data available on the Indiana Department of Education’s website.
Original air date: 05/01/2008
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Indiana Teacher Reading Academies
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04/04/2008 01:34 PM
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Video message from Jayma McGann, Director, Office of Early Learning and Literacy concerning the new Indiana Teacher Reading Academies.
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IPLA Today-April 2008
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04/01/2008 07:49 AM
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IPLA Today-April 2008
Indiana’s Plan for Implementation of Response to Intervention
Guest: Tara Rinehart
Exceptional Learner Specialist,
Office of Exceptional Learners
Indiana Department of Education
This segment will address the State of Indiana’s plan for Response to Intervention as well as the three goals Indiana submitted to the National RTI Center at the U.S. Department of Education’s RTI Summit held in December 2007.
Original air date: 04/01/2008
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Adoption of Special Education Rules
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02/29/2008 10:44 AM
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State Board of Education Gives Notice of Intent to
Adopt Special Education Rules
View a short introduction regarding the proposed special education rules from Robert A. Marra, Ed.D., Assistant Superintendent of the Indiana Department of Education.
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IPLA Today-March 2008
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03/01/2008 11:01 PM
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IPLA Today-March 2008
What Principals Need to Know about English Language Learners
Guest: Lauren Harvey
Asst. Director, Office of English Language Learning and Migrant Education
Indiana Department of Education
Indiana ranks 3rd in the nation for percentage rate growth in English Language Learner (ELL) students over the past 10 years. ELL students enter Indiana classrooms with limited English proficiency and may also lack literacy in their native language or have limited formal schooling. This segment will outline the requirements for serving English language learners in the mainstream classroom, describe the process for providing English language development services, offer suggestions for increasing teacher collaboration, and identify resources for professional development.
Original air date: 03/01/2008
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Choices Video
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04/24/2006 04:00 PM
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This video was produced by the Indiana Department of Education in partnership with Indiana Project Safe Neighborhoods and the Office of the United States Attorney for Southern District of Indiana. Other partners include: the Indiana Women’s Prison, the Indianapolis Commission on African American Males, the Indianapolis Violence Reduction Partnership, the Marion County Prosecutor’s Office and WXIN-59.
This project was supported in part by grant number 2006-GP-CX-0082, Project Safe Neighborhoods, awarded by the Bureau of Justice Assistance. The Bureau of Justice Assistance is a component of the Office of Justice Programs, which also includes the Bureau of Justice Statistics, the National Institute of Justice, the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, and the Office for Victims of Crime. Points of view or opinions in this document are those of the author and do not represent the official position or policies of the United States Department of Justice.
This video is available for presentations across the state at schools, detention centers, alternative programs, youth-serving agencies and the faith community. The video emphasizes the message, particularly to young women, about the importance of making good choices.
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