State Honors ‘Promising Practices’ in Schools
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As a subscriber you can listen to articles at work, in the car, or while you work out. Subscribe NowThe Indiana Department of Education has unveiled more than 20 additional "Promising Practice" programs, on its way to a total of 200 by the end of the year to celebrate the state’s Bicentennial. The program recognizes innovative and high-quality education practices is schools throughout Indiana.
The Indiana Department of Education has recognized 50 Promising Practices programs to date. The department says, to be selected, programs must be student-centered and focusing on positively impacting students through activities that provide high-quality experiences and learning environments. You can find more information by clicking here.
Corporation, School, Promising Practice:
Avon Community Schools, Avon Middle School North, Reading Apprentice Writing Connections
Tippecanoe School Corporation, Battle Ground Elementary, Use of ‘We Both Read’ Books
Carmel Clay Schools, Districtwide, Teacher Support from Coaches
Carmel Clay Schools, Carmel High School, Co-Teaching to Meet Needs of Exceptional Learners
Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation, Cedar Hall, New Teacher Mentor Program
Logansport Community School Corporation, Columbia Elementary School, Managing Behavior…Positively
Franklin Community Schools, Creekside Elementary School, Comprehensive School Counseling
MSD Pike Township, Eagle Creek Elementary, Culturally Relevant Teaching
South Madison Community School Corporation, East Elementary, Engaging Learning through Technology “Hang Outs”
Fairfield Community Schools, Districtwide, Fair, Equitable & Transparent Teacher Evaluations
Monroe County Community School Corporation, Highland Park Elementary, Continuous Learning through eLearning
Greater Clark County Schools, Jeffersonville High School, College & Career Counseling and Pride/Work Ethic Certification
Elkhart Community Schools, Mary Beck Elementary, Co-Teaching Initiative
Mooresville Schools, Newby Memorial Elementary, Using Data to Ensure Success
Indianapolis Mayor’s Office Charter School, Paramount School of Excellence, Accessibility in STEM Education
MSD Warren Township, Stonybrook Middle School, Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS)
Gary Community School Corporation, Theodore Roosevelt College and Career Academy, Building a Culture of Celebration through PBIS Incentives
Indianapolis Public Schools, Thomas Gregg School 15, Coordinated Professional Development
Anderson Community Schools, Valley Grove Elementary, The Eight Step Process
Vigo County School Corporation, Districtwide, Math and Science Partnerships
Warrick County School Corporation, Districtwide, Inclusive Practices