Blog & Statehouse Notes
This space serves as vital resource for those who are dedicated to preserving and enhancing public education in Indiana. Through insightful articles, updates, and analysis, ICPE provides timely information on legislative actions, policy changes, and advocacy efforts impacting Indiana’s public education system. We strive to empower stakeholders with the knowledge and tools necessary to support and defend public education.
Leaky Bucket of Funding – Updated
As we prepare for the Indiana General Assembly to craft the state’s next two-year budget in January 2025, we again expect to hear legislators brag about more "historic funding increases" for K-12 education and, also, a lot more about “universal school choice.” How...
Vic’s Statehouse Notes #390 – Jennifer McCormick is the only candidate that will protect our public schools
Dear Friends, There are three candidates for Governor in Indiana’s election on November 5th. Only one supports public education: Jennifer McCormick. The Indiana Coalition for Public Education board of directors has endorsed Jennifer McCormick for Governor. Please...
Vic’s Statehouse Notes #389 – Candidate Pledge
Dear Friends, This election could determine the survival of public education in Indiana. The plan to give ESAs to all parents in a “universal voucher” system has already been presented by Senator Mishler. The disastrous consequences of universal ESAs were detailed...
Dr. Tony Lux: Rational leadership is needed at the Indiana Statehouse
For the last 20 years, there have only been Republican governors influencing educational decision-making in the State of Indiana. For the last 13 years, Republicans have controlled both the Senate and the House and are responsible for all legislation affecting the...
Vic’s Statehouse Notes #388 – Under attack
Dear Friends, Public education in Indiana is under attack from both the federal side and from the state legislature. Voters in Indiana in this crucial November election will decide whether or not public education will be dismantled in favor of private schools and...
ICPE 2024 Annual Meeting Recap
We love our public schools and we vote! This was the message brought home at our 14th annual ICPE all-member meeting in Washington Township on Saturday, August 24. It was a powerful event and we were thrilled to see so many attend in person–and online. Our...
Vic’s Statehouse Notes #387 – Indiana Governor must prioritize public education
Dear Friends, Our public education students and schools need a Governor who will protect their funding. Candidate Mike Braun has proposed a cut in property taxes which solves the property tax problem on the backs of public school funding and local government funding....
ICPE Candidate Pledge
We love our public schools and we vote. This must be the message that all Hoosiers take to the voting booth this fall. Our state's future depends on the strength and effectiveness of our public schools. The vast majority, over 1 million, of Indiana's students attend...
Vic’s Statehouse Notes #386 – Accountability is key for publicly funded schooling
Dear Friends, The Indiana Coalition for Public Education board members have endorsed Jennifer McCormick for Governor. Jennifer McCormick endorsed Terry Goodin for Lieutenant Governor, and he easily won the nomination at the state convention less than two weeks ago. ...
Annual Members Meeting 2024
We hope you can join us this year on the north side of Indianapolis on August 24th from 2pm-4pm! All supporters of public education, new members & guests from across the state are encouraged to attend! We will once again gather at 8550 Woodfield Crossing Blvd....
Vic’s Statehouse Notes #385 – Wrecking ball
Dear Friends, The dust has settled on the 2024 short session and the Indiana primary election. The question that should be asked of all legislative candidates in the November election is now clear: "Do you favor or oppose state tax dollars going for the first time to...
Indiana Coalition for Public Education endorses Jennifer McCormick for Governor
The Indiana Coalition for Public Education has endorsed Dr. Jennifer McCormick for Governor of Indiana. This is the first time our organization has endorsed a candidate for a state-wide office. The Indiana Coalition for Public Education is a nonpartisan nonprofit...
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