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How schools punished students after thousands walked out to protest ICE

IndyStar. - February 19, 2026

A minimal number of students saw consequences beyond detention, if that, and most punishments aligned with school's unexcused absence policy, ranging from a note home for parents to after-school detention.

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U.S. News & World Report says this Indiana high school is among the best in the nation

IndyStar. - August 19, 2025

U.S. News & World Report ranked Evansville’s Signature School the No. 2 public high school in the nation for 2025, placing it among the Top 10 best overall. The report evaluated nearly 24,000 schools nationwide, though critics say the rankings often favor wealthier districts and emphasize standardized testing.

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Indiana kids, farmers lose funding as US91��Ƭ suspends farm to school grants for 2025

IndyStar. - April 1, 2025

Another federal program meant to help deliver local fresh produce to students is being delayed after funding for this year’s Farm to School grants was suspended.

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Confusion, anger in battle against chronic truancy in Indiana’s public schools

IndyStar. - February 26, 2025

Indiana’s new law mandates early intervention for elementary students at risk of truancy or 10+ unexcused absences. Schools issue escalating warnings, from attendance reminders to potential reports to child services or prosecutors, causing distress among parents.

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