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STRONG SUPPORT, LEGISLATIVE ACTION KEEPS COMMON CORE MOVING FORWARD IN INDIANA

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Posted by jkenworthy@stand.org on April 29, 2013

INDIANAPOLIS – Education leaders and advocates expect implementation of the Common Core State Standards to continue despite legislation labeled by opponents as a “pause” in House Enrolled Act 1427, which was passed by the legislature Friday night.

According to HEA 1427, the State Board of Education would be barred from taking further action on the Common Core, but the bill allows any Common Core standards previously adopted by the State Board of Education to continue with implementation. The specific language in the report is as follows

INDIANA POLL SHOWS STATEWIDE SUPPORT FOR COMMON CORE

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Posted by jkenworthy@stand.org on April 23, 2013

An independent statewide poll conducted by Bellwether Research and Howey Politics Indiana released today shows statewide support for Common Core in Indiana among people of all political persuasions. Only a small minority of Hoosiers oppose Common Core.

Success Stories

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Posted by jkenworthy@stand.org on April 8, 2013

Recently, Education Week issued a report called "Leaders to Learn From". This series offered a glimpse into what is possible with the right leader carrying out the vision of the IPS School Board. Read excerpts of the report below, or visit Education Week's website for the full report.*

You'll Never Guess

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Posted by Christina Lear on April 4, 2013

You'll never guess what happened at the Statehouse today. Less than an hour after I joined a dozen other teachers at the legislature today to support Common Core, the Indiana Senate snuck an anti-Common Core amendment into an unrelated bill. 

What does a superintendent do?

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Posted by jkenworthy@stand.org on March 27, 2013

One of our state's biggest school corporations - Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) - is undergoing a major change in leadership. The IPS School Board is searching for a superintendent to carry out its vision for the district.

What does a school district superintendent do?

Each school district in Indiana is managed by a superintendent that is hired by and reports to the local elected school board.

Tomorrow's Vote

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Posted by Kristine Shiraki on February 12, 2013

For the last several months, Stand for Children has been working to defend high classroom standards against political attacks. Tomorrow, an Indiana Senate Committee will take the first vote on the issue.

Stand opposes Senate Bill 193, which jeopardizes our state's adoption and on-time implementation of the Common Core State Standards. The State Board of Education adopted the standards unanimously in 2010, but a group of Common Core opponents have pushed the issue to a vote in the Senate Education Committee.

Stand for Children Indiana names new executive director

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Posted by jkenworthy@stand.org on January 28, 2013

INDIANAPOLIS - Stand for Children Indiana announced today the hiring of Justin Ohlemiller as its new Executive Director.

“Justin has the breadth and depth of experience required to lead Stand for Children Indiana as we grow and work to cultivate a community-driven movement for education reform in the Hoosier state,” Stand for Children CEO Jonah Edelman said. “Indiana in recent years has been a leader in finding new ways to expand educational opportunities for all children. Justin will work with our partners and supporters  to try and ensure this trend continues.”

Common Core Supporters Prepare to Defend Standards

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Posted by jkenworthy@stand.org on January 16, 2013

A broad coalition of Common Core supporters is prepared to defend the education standards in a Senate Committee Wednesday. Senate Bill 193 would force Indiana to drop Common Core and ban it from being adopted again.

Indiana teachers, higher education officials, business groups, and education experts will be present to explain why Common Core State Standards are necessary to prepare Hoosier students for college and career. Common Core is clearer and more concise set of standards that teach students to master – rather than memorize – important skills.

Can't Wait to Vote? Vote Early with Us!

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Posted by jkenworthy@stand.org on October 18, 2012

Can't wait until November 6 to vote? Stand has an event just for you!

After talking to our members about how to build excitement about the upcoming election, we've decided to hold an Early Voting Rally on Saturday, October 27 at noon at the City Market Plaza. RSVP here!

Stand for Children supports Tony Bennett’s re-election

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Posted by jkenworthy@stand.org on October 12, 2012

Stand for Children Indiana, a non-partisan, student-focused education advocacy group, today announced its endorsement of Dr. Tony Bennett in his bid for re-election as Superintendent of Public Instruction.

Stand for Children is a membership organization made up of parents, teachers, and concerned community members who want to ensure all children graduate from high school prepared for college. An endorsement committee made up of members analyzed voting records, collected candidate surveys, and conducted interviews for candidates in contested races.

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