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Note: This column by IPS Superintendent Aleesia Johnson originally appeared in the Dec. 1 edition of The Indianapolis Star.

When the Indianapolis Public Schools Board of School Commissioners convened for its Board Review Session Tuesday, Nov. 19, and Board Action Session Thursday, Nov. 21, topics included a report on Innovation Network School applicants and updates on enrollment analysis, the Facilities Optimization Study and innovation renewal agreements.

Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) names Dennis Thomas as the new principal of Shortridge High School. The one-year national search led the district to a strong candidate with impressive academic experience right here in Indianapolis.

The Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) Board of School Commissioners unanimously approved both the Indianapolis Education Association (IEA) and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) two-year bargaining contracts. These contracts include increased compensation for district teachers and service workers, such as custodians, and food service and transportation employees.

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In support of IPS teachers planning to attend the Red for Ed Action Day on Tuesday, Nov. 19, at the Indiana Statehouse, the district has cancelled classes and declared it a professional development day.