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How civically engaged Indianapolis students helped voters this primary election

How civically engaged Indianapolis students helped voters this primary election

Some high schoolers have the opportunity to serve as poll workers for elections. Plus, an IPS school board member won her primary election for state Senate District 46.

MJ Slaby, Chalkbeat Indiana

May 6, 2026

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Good morning from MJ at Chalkbeat Indiana! Today’s newsletter starts with news from yesterday’s primary election.

First, Amelia spent time with high schoolers volunteering at the polls to learn about their experiences and how students can volunteer in future elections. And second, an IPS school board member won the Democratic primary for state senate District 46 which will likely lead to a vacancy on the school board.

Read both stories below.

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Indianapolis high school students spend school day as poll workers during Primary Election

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Indiana State Senate District 46 primary election: IPS board member Impink wins

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