IPS board approves new teacher contract with average of 3% raises

The contract, which Indianapolis Education Association members voted to ratify last month, bumps starting pay in the district from $50,400 to $51,900 in 2023-24, and raises it again to $53,460 in 2024-25. Current teachers can also increase their base salary based on their educator evaluation ratings, their years of service in IPS, and whether they serve in high-need subject areas.... Read More

Purdue among top 10 for international students

The Institute of International Education is out with the Open Doors Report, which shows that Purdue University is among the top higher education institutions for attracting international students. Purdue is ranked No. 8, up one spot from last year.... Read More

UIndy opens literacy research, education center

The University of Indianapolis on Wednesday will mark the opening of the Nanci Vargus Learning Resource Center. The center was made possible through a gift made in memory of former UIndy educator Nanci Vargus by her daughter Jilda Vargus-Adams. ... Read More

Ivy Tech Bloomington to build cybersecurity simulator

Ivy Tech Community College in Bloomington will have the funds to build a cybersecurity training simulator after winning $40,000 in a national competition. The college's Cyber Range will allow students to work in a cybersecurity training simulation where...... Read More

Purdue engineering school offering guaranteed internships to Indy students

Purdue in Indianapolis Engineering undergraduate students in good standing will be guaranteed a paid co-op, industry or undergraduate research internship as part of their degree. The school said in a news release it hopes the decision will improve retention rates, increase the likelihood of staying in the state post-grad and launch student into their careers with hands-on experience. ... Read More