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Good morning from MJ at Chalkbeat Indiana!
Yesterday was a busy one. I started the morning at James Russell Lowell Montessori School 51 for the first day of school, and was excited to meet the school’s therapy dog who just happens to share my initials.
Then, in the afternoon, the Marion County Election Board met to vote on challenges to the two candidates for IPS school board District 4.
And today’s going to be a busy one too: We’re expecting IREAD and ILEARN scores from last year. Check chalkbeat.org for all the latest news.
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Marion County Election Board removes Lindsey Cornett from IPS school board ballot after challenge
The Marion County Election Board removed Lindsey Cornett from the ballot in the District 4 race for IPS school board. The board rejected a challenge against her opponent, Chris Bultman.
‘Have a great day’: School 51 welcomes students to the new year with cheers and high fives
The coming school year will likely see significant changes for Indianapolis schools with budget cuts and a tax increase on the November ballot. But inside school walls, educators are focused on building community and literacy skills early on.
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What We’re Reading
IPS superintendent warns of ‘dire consequences’ if operating referendum fails this November, WISH-TV
Bloom Project navigates challenges, shares how community can support, Indianapolis Recorder
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