Every Monday, Bruce profiles an innovative school or program in central Indiana that is improving the way students learn. We'd love to hear your story suggestion for this series. Please email Bruce with your contact information.
One of the biggest additions to Beech Grove High School in 50 years promises not just to pique the interest of students this year, but guide them to careers that promise a lifetime of opportunity.More>>
Most central Indiana students are back in school, but some area high school athletes spent their final days of summer vacation with others who dream of a spot on the playing field.More>>
There's a new child care offering that opens its doors in Hendricks County and it promises some high-tech solutions for parents to monitor their little ones.More>>
While students are enjoying their summer away from the classroom, some teachers are back in class to check out the next wave of teaching technology.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 >>
Monday, June 11 2012 6:14 PM EDT2012-06-11 22:14:06 GMT
Summer is a perfect time to read a good book, and two Indianapolis schools are getting the perfect surroundings to encourage kids. The transformation is complete at IPS School 27: A classroom has beenMore >>
The transformation is complete at IPS School 27: A classroom has been converted into the perfect climate to curl up with a good book.More >>
Monday, June 4 2012 2:48 PM EDT2012-06-04 18:48:16 GMT
For those students in their final days of the school year, it can be a struggle to concentrate with summer vacation on the way. Students at one Avon school are using a decades-old Indiana tradition toMore >>
Students at one Avon school are using the decades-old Indiana tradition to keep their focus before summer.More >>
Tuesday, May 22 2012 3:22 AM EDT2012-05-22 07:22:25 GMT
A Carmel eighth grader has captured the hearts of his fellow classmates with his ability to solve some complicated problems. Arriving at school for Chad Qian has never looked like it looked last week,More >>
A Carmel eighth grader has captured the hearts of his fellow classmates with his ability to solve some complicated problems.More >>
Monday, May 14 2012 4:48 PM EDT2012-05-14 20:48:53 GMT
An elementary school project has grown into an annual event in Hendricks County. The proceeds benefit those who are dealing with life-changing accidents. For one week out of the year, the parking lotMore >>
For one week out of the year, the parking lot at Reagan Elementary School in Brownsburg is transformed into a miniature golf amusement park.More >>
Monday, April 30 2012 5:23 PM EDT2012-04-30 21:23:04 GMT
One area high school has found an engaging and popular way to connect with students, while looking to advance the future of special education students. It has all the trappings of your popular coffeeMore >>
One area high school has found an engaging and popular way to connect with students, while looking to advance the future of special education students.More >>
Tuesday, April 24 2012 12:04 AM EDT2012-04-24 04:04:27 GMT
A former Center Grove High School student who designed an app for his fellow student has moved on to his next promising venture. Now he's in on the ground floor of a project that goes well beyond the hallwaysMore >>
A former Center Grove High School student who designed an app for his fellow students has moved on to his next promising venture. Now he's in on the ground floor of a project that goes well beyond the hallways of his high school.More >>
Monday, April 2 2012 6:05 PM EDT2012-04-02 22:05:58 GMT
It's spring break for many area schools, a time for students to escape from the demands of the classroom. At one metro area high school, one volunteer is helping students deal with life's stresses in part by enduring his own challenges.More >>
Area school children are getting a first hand look into the future thanks to two learning centers in the Indianapolis metro area. The Challenger Center has students reaching for the stars.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 4:43 AM EDT2013-06-19 08:43:07 GMT
A fire that could be seen over 20 miles away Saturday is now being inspected close up. An elite team of federal investigators gets to work Tuesday in Indianapolis looking for whatever sparked a massiveMore >>
Homeland Security and health officials have determined there is asbestos in the tile flooring, insulation and roofing materials of the Belmont Ave. warehouse that burned Saturday.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:56 AM EDT2013-06-19 07:56:46 GMT
The booming suburban Indianapolis town of Fishers will become a city in 2015. Indiana's largest town said Tuesday that a change in state law taking effect July 1 means Fishers will elect its first cityMore >>
The booming suburban Indianapolis town of Fishers will become a city in 2015.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:04 AM EDT2013-06-19 07:04:43 GMT
A near northwest side family has been displaced by a house fire early Wednesday morning. The fire broke out in the basement of a home in the 1800 block of Dexter Street. Firefighters say the blaze movedMore >>
A near northwest side family has been displaced by a house fire early Wednesday morning.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:36 AM EDT2013-06-19 04:36:39 GMT
LeBron James shrugged off a poor start to get 32 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds, Ray Allen hit a 3-pointer with 5.2 seconds to play to force overtime and the Miami Heat staved off elimination withMore >>
Ray Allen hit a 3-pointer with 5.2 seconds to play to force overtime and the Miami Heat staved off elimination with a 103-100 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 6 of the NBA Finals on Tuesday night.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:12 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:12:37 GMT
You'll be seeing a lot of American flags displayed in the coming weeks as we approach the Fourth of July. It's your right to fly the flag at your home. There's a law that says so, but if you live atMore >>
Hoosiers are being ordered to take down Old Glory at some area apartment complexes and it could cost them if they refuse.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:39 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:39:29 GMT
A teenager drowned Tuesday in a river in southern Indiana. Conservation officers say the 16-year-old girl and a friend were swimming near a dam on the Blue River in Milltown when she was overcome by swiftMore >>
A teenager drowned Tuesday in a river in southern Indiana.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:13 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:13:34 GMT
The interim superintendent of Indianapolis Public Schools proposed her recommendations to trim the district's budget shortfall at a meeting Tuesday night. Dr. Peggy Hinckley introduced a plan to cut $9More >>
The interim superintendent of Indianapolis Public Schools proposed her recommendations to trim the district's budget shortfall at a meeting Tuesday night.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:43 PM EDT2013-06-19 01:43:00 GMT
City officials in Columbus are scheduled to talk about a proposed law Tuesday night that would make it illegal for kids and teens to fire BB guns within the city limits of Columbus. Police and city leadersMore >>
City officials in Columbus passed an ordinance Tuesday night that would make it illegal for kids and teens to fire BB guns within the city limits of Columbus.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:08 PM EDT2013-06-19 01:08:45 GMT
An Indiana congressman plans to introduce legislation shielding schools from penalties incurred by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Congressman Luke Messer (R-Indiana) told Education SecretaryMore >>
An Indiana congressman plans to introduce legislation shielding schools from penalties incurred by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:59 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:59:14 GMT
The mayors of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and 15 other cities are reviving a push against letting government food vouchers be used to buy soda and other sugary drinks. In a letter to congressionalMore >>
The mayors of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and 15 other cities are reviving a push against letting government food vouchers be used to buy soda and other sugary drinks.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 11:12 PM EDT2013-06-19 03:12:37 GMT
You'll be seeing a lot of American flags displayed in the coming weeks as we approach the Fourth of July. It's your right to fly the flag at your home. There's a law that says so, but if you live atMore >>
Hoosiers are being ordered to take down Old Glory at some area apartment complexes and it could cost them if they refuse.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:39 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:39:29 GMT
A teenager drowned Tuesday in a river in southern Indiana. Conservation officers say the 16-year-old girl and a friend were swimming near a dam on the Blue River in Milltown when she was overcome by swiftMore >>
A teenager drowned Tuesday in a river in southern Indiana.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:45 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:45:37 GMT
An misunderstanding over a graduation cake is quickly going viral. A Zionsville mom wanted a local bakery to draw a graduation cap on the picture of her daughter on the cake, but the worker taking theMore >>
A Zionsville mom wanted a local bakery to draw a graduation cap on the picture of her daughter on the cake, but the worker taking the order heard something different.More >>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 3:04 AM EDT2013-06-19 07:04:43 GMT
A near northwest side family has been displaced by a house fire early Wednesday morning. The fire broke out in the basement of a home in the 1800 block of Dexter Street. Firefighters say the blaze movedMore >>
A near northwest side family has been displaced by a house fire early Wednesday morning.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:12 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:12:50 GMT
An armed robbery suspect struck again Tuesday, and police set up a huge perimeter in hopes of catching the suspect. Investigators suspect one person is responsible for several robberies on the west side,More >>
An armed robbery suspect struck again Tuesday, and police set up a huge perimeter in hopes of catching the suspect.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:23 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:23:07 GMT
A 16-year-old boy accidentally shot his 12-year-old brother while handling a firearm in their home late Monday night. Jennings County deputies were called to a home in Sand Creek Township near CR 1000More >>
A 16-year-old boy accidentally shot his 12-year-old brother while handling a firearm in their home late Monday night.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 7:59 PM EDT2013-06-18 23:59:14 GMT
The mayors of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and 15 other cities are reviving a push against letting government food vouchers be used to buy soda and other sugary drinks. In a letter to congressionalMore >>
The mayors of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and 15 other cities are reviving a push against letting government food vouchers be used to buy soda and other sugary drinks.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:08 PM EDT2013-06-19 01:08:45 GMT
An Indiana congressman plans to introduce legislation shielding schools from penalties incurred by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act. Congressman Luke Messer (R-Indiana) told Education SecretaryMore >>
An Indiana congressman plans to introduce legislation shielding schools from penalties incurred by the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:19 AM EDT2013-06-18 13:19:12 GMT
Police are investigating a fatal accident involving a pedestrian. IMPD is looking for a gray or silver sedan that left the scene traveling north on Dr. Andrew J. Brown Avenue just before midnight.More >>
Police are investigating a fatal accident involving a pedestrian on the east side. IMPD is looking for a gray or silver sedan that left the scene traveling north on Dr. Andrew J. Brown Avenue just before midnight.More >>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:13 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:13:34 GMT
The interim superintendent of Indianapolis Public Schools proposed her recommendations to trim the district's budget shortfall at a meeting Tuesday night. Dr. Peggy Hinckley introduced a plan to cut $9More >>
The interim superintendent of Indianapolis Public Schools proposed her recommendations to trim the district's budget shortfall at a meeting Tuesday night.More >>