Members of a central Indiana marching band will spend Thanksgiving next year marching in New York as they participate in the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.More>>
Ball State University has closed the books on its January decision to pull its sponsorship of five academically struggling Indiana charter schools.More>>
The blurring between traditional universities and the new "Massive Open Online Courses" has reached new levels. Georgia Tech announced it will offer what it termed a first-of-its-kind computer science degree taught entirely over an open online platform.More>>
Purdue University scientists studying how autism develops in young children are seeking the infant siblings of autistic youngsters for a new study of the mysterious disorder.More>>
Every week, Sunrise anchor Bruce Kopp profiles a school or program in central Indiana that is doing something remarkable. Submit your story idea here!More >>
View letter grades for individual schools, a statewide breakdown of this year's grades and helpful resources on A through F school accountability.More >>
Education Nation is NBC News' initiative to engage our country in a conversation about education, and explore new ways to reinvent America as an Education Nation.More >>
Every week, Sunrise anchor Bruce Kopp profiles a local school to show how new innovations and programs are changing students' lives. If you have a story idea, email Bruce!More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 9:01 PM EDT2013-05-14 01:01:12 GMT
Once again, technical glitches frustrated Indiana students trying to take the standardized ISTEP+ test. Indianapolis Public school students experienced a disruption Monday morning. By noon they were backMore >>
Once again, technical glitches frustrated Indiana students trying to take the standardized ISTEP+ test.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 12:18 PM EDT2013-05-13 16:18:07 GMT
Indiana's high school graduation rate improved slightly over the past year. The Indiana Department of Education released high school graduation rate data Monday. Statewide, the Indiana graduation rateMore >>
Indiana's high school graduation rate improved slightly over the past year.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 6:40 AM EDT2013-05-13 10:40:24 GMT
There are more opportunities than ever to send your child to a private school. A law passed last week widens Indiana's voucher program. It breaks down the financial barrier for some families, but at whatMore >>
This expansion of the state's voucher program will give many more families the ability to opt out of public schools.More >>
Monday, May 13 2013 4:19 AM EDT2013-05-13 08:19:52 GMT
More students could be walking to school and funding for field trips could be cut under proposals the Goshen School Board is considering. The Elkhart Truth reports the changes are included in recommendationsMore >>
More students could be walking to school and funding for field trips could be cut under proposals the Goshen School Board is considering.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 3:20 PM EDT2013-05-10 19:20:10 GMT
This weekend, thousands of Indiana college students celebrate a major milestone. Graduations are taking place at campuses all over the state. Now that they'll have their diploma, will they have a job? ItMore >>
This weekend, thousands of Indiana college students celebrate a major milestone. Graduations are taking place at campuses all over the state. But after they get their diploma, will they be able to get a job?More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 4:12 AM EDT2013-05-10 08:12:15 GMT
Indiana University has chosen interim dean Idalene Kesner to become the next dean of its Kelley School of Business. IU executive vice president and Bloomington campus provost Lauren Robel says she willMore >>
Indiana University has chosen interim dean Idalene Kesner to become the next dean of its Kelley School of Business.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 4:02 AM EDT2013-05-10 08:02:51 GMT
A Purdue University professor has won a coveted international prize for his innovative work in chemistry. Purdue says R. Graham Cooks will receive the $250,000 Dreyfus Prize in Chemical Sciences thisMore >>
A Purdue University professor has won a coveted international prize for his innovative work in chemistry.More >>
Thursday, May 9 2013 4:00 PM EDT2013-05-09 20:00:46 GMT
Indiana Governor Mike Pence is ready to sign into law an expansion of the state's private school voucher program. The governor's office says Pence will sign the bill Thursday afternoon at Calvary ChristianMore >>
The plan approved by the Republican-dominated Legislature will allow more children to be eligible for vouchers without first having to spend at least a year in public schools.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 9:13 PM EDT2013-05-08 01:13:38 GMT
Voters in Hamilton County go to the polls to decide whether they want to help pay for school expansions. Both Hamilton Southeastern and Noblesville schools have referendums on the ballot. Polls open atMore >>
Both Hamilton Southeastern and Noblesville schools passed referenda to help pay for school expansions on Tuesday's ballot.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 5:42 PM EDT2013-05-07 21:42:58 GMT
Indiana Governor Mike Pence is backing plans for a state grant program to help school districts hire police officers and buy safety equipment. The governor has scheduled a Tuesday ceremony at his StatehouseMore >>
Indiana Governor Mike Pence is backing plans for a state grant program to help school districts hire police officers and buy safety equipment.More >>
Tuesday, May 7 2013 4:09 AM EDT2013-05-07 08:09:43 GMT
Two Indiana high school seniors have been named presidential scholars for this year. The U.S. Department of Education said Monday the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars had selected ErikaMore >>
Two Indiana high school seniors have been named presidential scholars for this year.More >>
Monday, May 6 2013 4:19 AM EDT2013-05-06 08:19:44 GMT
The top executive at General Motors Co. will be the featured speaker for the University of Notre Dame's Mendoza College of Business graduate commencement ceremony. Daniel Akerson is scheduled to speakMore >>
The top executive at General Motors Co. will be the featured speaker for the University of Notre Dame's Mendoza College of Business graduate commencement ceremony.More >>
Monday, May 6 2013 4:14 AM EDT2013-05-06 08:14:15 GMT
Western Governors University Indiana is offering $100,000 to working adults looking to complete a college degree. The online university announced plans to offer $2,000 scholarships to 50 applicants. ToMore >>
Western Governors University Indiana is offering $100,000 to working adults looking to complete a college degree.More >>
Monday, May 6 2013 4:12 AM EDT2013-05-06 08:12:49 GMT
A Purdue University chemistry professor has become the school's fourth member of the prestigious National Academy of Sciences. The Journal & Courier reports Joseph Francisco was elected last week. TheMore >>
A Purdue University chemistry professor has become the school's fourth member of the prestigious National Academy of Sciences.More >>
Sunday, May 5 2013 12:17 PM EDT2013-05-05 16:17:38 GMT
The failure of Indiana's online test-taking system last week is showing that standardized testing is too big to fail. The state's ISTEP+ test determines whether students have mastered the skills theyMore >>
The failure of Indiana's online test-taking system last week is showing that standardized testing is too big to fail.More >>
Monday, April 29 2013 4:34 PM EDT2013-04-29 20:34:54 GMT
Indianapolis Public Schools officials say they are experiencing accessibility issues with the online ISTEP+ testing that started today. IPS officials have recommended that schools who can suspend testingMore >>
In a big misstep for ISTEP+, testing Monday at several Indiana school districts was suspended because of problems with the state computer system.More >>
Tuesday, May 22 2012 5:24 PM EDT2012-05-22 21:24:20 GMT
Cheating on standardized tests like the ISTEP exam might be far more widespread than thought. Just days after WTHR broke the story of a teacher cheating scandal at North Central High School, 13 InvestigatesMore >>
Cheating on standardized tests like the ISTEP exam might be far more widespread than thought.More >>
In schools across Indiana, 13 Investigates discovered the air does not meet state and federal guidelines, and it can have a big impact on children.More >>
Stories, video, advice for parents and more. How the U.S. is playing catch-up with the rest of the world in math and science, and what you can do about it.More >>
Wednesday is your last chance to apply for the maximum amount of college financial aid. Click here for the FAFSA forms and for help specifically for Hoosier students.More >>
Are Indiana students schools starting their fall semesters too early? Sen. Dennis Kruse, a Republican from Auburn wants people to take an online survey. More >>
US News & World Report releases its annual rankings of colleges and universities across the nation. Click here to see how Indiana schools stacked up. More >>
The Starfish Initiative is a group that mentors young people to help them through high school and onto college. It seeks adult/volunteers with a college education, or significant life experience, to commit to taking time to work with a student to help them along the way. More >>
Hundreds of people responded to an online questionnaire for the Hamilton Southeastern School District. For survey results and additional background info about the planning process, district growth, demographics click this link. More >>
The Indiana Commission for Higher Education wants more Indiana families to file a critical college financial aid form before an upcoming deadline. See links to the sites.More >>
With an upgrade to its mobile maps, Google Inc. hopes to prove it can track people on the go as effectively as it searches for information on the Internet.More >>
As students and teachers head back to school, state health officials have implemented tougher indoor air quality requirements for Indiana classrooms.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 10:40 AM EDT2013-05-18 14:40:00 GMT
Allison Jacob of Indianapolis who is a junior at Ball State University where she's majoring in Communications and Public Relations was named the 2013 500 Festival Queen on Saturday morning. She graduatedMore >>
Ball State student Allison Jacob named 2013 500 Festival Queen. More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 4:18 AM EDT2013-05-18 08:18:20 GMT
The winning numbers were drawn Friday night in the $190 million Mega Millions jackpot. The winning numbers were 11, 15, 35, 43, 49, with a MegaBall number of 41. Saturday night, numbers will be drawnMore >>
The winning numbers were 11, 15, 35, 43, 49, with a MegaBall number of 41.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 3:18 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:18:48 GMT
CeCe Bruce has received a couple of large tips in her life, but nothing like he one she got Wednesday morning. CeCe, a waitress at the Steak 'n Shake restaurant at Keystone and 54th Street, receivedMore >>
CeCe Bruce has received a couple of large tips in her career, but nothing like the one she got Wednesday morning.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 6:43 AM EDT2013-05-18 10:43:31 GMT
A car came very close to crashing into someone's home near Lawrence. It started with a brief police chase after the officer tried to pull the driver over for a traffic stop. It ended on Conreid Drive,More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:14 AM EDT2013-05-18 13:14:33 GMT
The son of the U.S. national swim team director is reporting that Michael Phelps is planning a comeback for the 2016 Rio Olympics. Peter Busch, whose father Frank oversees the American program, is a newsMore >>
The son of the U.S. national swim team director is reporting that Michael Phelps is planning a comeback for the 2016 Rio Olympics.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 1:58 PM EDT2013-05-18 17:58:30 GMT
The San Diego Chargers have agreed to a two-year deal with star pass rusher Dwight Freeney that could be worth $13.35 million. The deal to bring Freeney to the Chargers came four days after outside linebackerMore >>
The San Diego Chargers have agreed to a two-year deal with star pass rusher Dwight Freeney that could be worth $13.35 million.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 1:06 AM EDT2013-05-18 05:06:01 GMT
Visitors and employees of Indiana University Health will no longer be able to buy sugary drinks from cafeterias, vending machines and gift shops on hospital campuses. Indiana University Health implementedMore >>
Visitors and employees of Indiana University Health will no longer be able to buy sugary drinks from cafeterias, vending machines and gift shops on hospital campuses.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 1:19 PM EDT2013-05-18 17:19:05 GMT
Point guard George Hill will be a game-time decision as the Pacers try to close out the Knicks. After Indiana's shootaround Saturday morning, coach Frank Vogel did not say whether Hill had passed hisMore >>
Point guard George Hill will be a game-time decision as the Pacers try to close out the Knicks.More >>
Saturday, May 18 2013 1:13 PM EDT2013-05-18 17:13:48 GMT
A Lafayette program designed to help the homeless, victims of domestic violence and nonviolent offenders is carrying on its mission despite the loss of federal funding. Efforts started under the WeedMore >>
A Lafayette program designed to help the homeless, victims of domestic violence and nonviolent offenders is carrying on its mission despite the loss of federal funding.More >>
Friday, May 17 2013 10:59 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:59:44 GMT
A mother is pleading with police and her neighbors to try and find the driver who struck her son in a hit and run crash. Daniel Lopez is in critical condition, fighting for his life at the hospital. PoliceMore >>
Police still don't know who struck seven-year-old Daniel Lopez, who remains in critical condition in a coma. More >>
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