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I’ve long been interested in the “no-zero” or “minimum F” grading policies. Essentially, it’s when the lowest grade you can receive in a class isn’t a 0 — it can typically be a 50.

Leading your inbox today is news about the Indianapolis Public Schools’ board decision to change their no-zero policy, which started around the pandemic.

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Indianapolis Public Schools reverses no-zero grading policy

Indianapolis Public Schools implemented a no-zero grading policy in 2020. The district is reversing the policy but still giving students multiple opportunities on assignments.

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Eric Adams inked a $200 million internet deal for student Chromebooks. Mamdani is canceling it.

T-Mobile service for 350,000 NYC student Chromebooks will end Aug. 31. Officials expect schools to purchase internet for students who need it for $10 per student per month.

Chronic absenteeism rate fell in Colorado schools last year, still well above pre-pandemic level

More than a quarter of Colorado students — 27.5% — were chronically absent in 2025-26, meaning they missed 10% or more of their school days. Look up your district's data here.

See how your Tennessee school performed on the 2026 TCAP

Tennessee released school-level 2026 TCAP results this week. You can search your school’s performance, and how it compares to 2025 scores, in this Chalkbeat Tennessee database.