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JAMES WHITCOMB RILEY SCHOOL 43


James Whitcomb Riley School 43 is a dynamic center of academic excellence that fosters character-building, resilience, and social responsibility. Led by Principal Crishell Sam, we create an inclusive environment that nurtures the individual talents and growth of each student.

Our school is known for its dedication to effective instructional practices that align with Indiana Academic Standards. By promoting critical thinking, collaboration, and self-directed learning, we prepare our students to be future leaders and global contributors.

The upcoming facility upgrades will enhance our vibrant arts and academic programming, providing state-of-the-art spaces for creativity and exploration. From our engaging visual and performing arts curriculum to our thriving Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts clubs, we are committed to enriching the lives of our students beyond the classroom walls.

Yesterday we were prepping for our presentation to the #TeamIPS Board of Commissioners. Today we’re preparing to receive our scholars & families for #FamilyFunLiteracyNight a Title I Event from 6-7. W/ @Profwatermelon, free books, Butler College Mentors, & Feature the Teacher. #PrincipalSam #EDSRobinson #IPSSchools #JWRiley #onwardandupward See MoreSee Less
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JWRiley Lady Hornets gearing up for a great #softball game at @IPS_ArlingtonMS. Our JWR Coaches B. Porter and V. Helm are doing an amazing job! Go! Fight! Win! #onwardandupward @IPSAthletics @IPSSchools See MoreSee Less
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What a wonderful way to start the day at JRW! Happy Grandparents Day to all of our JWR GRANDparents! 🎉We loved seeing all of the joy and excitement on our scholars faces this morning. A special thanks to Commissioner Allen for making an appearance as well. It’s all about the community 😇 We laughed, we are, we danced, we supported our scholars ❤️We look forward to the next community and family event (Family Literacy Night). See MoreSee Less
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Mrs. Brenda Vance a School #43 & Butler University Alum is partnering with Butler University to introduce students to various levels of journalism. Mrs. Vance has facilitated the journalism program at JWR IPS #43 since 2017.Today students were introduced to the Indianapolis Association of Black Journalists Student Voices Program and had the pleasure of meeting professionals from different news outlets: Our guests were: •Amber Grigley – WRTV Channel 6•Matthew Fultz – WTHR Channel 13•Jade Jackson – The Indianapolis Recorder•Chloe Sharp – The Indianapolis Recorder See MoreSee Less
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Join us at James Whitcomb Riley School 43 as we journey toward a promising future. Our focus on continuous learning and improvement ensures that we are always striving to provide the best education possible. With exciting facility upgrades on the horizon, we invite you to be a part of our community that values respect, resilience, and responsibility. For more information or to schedule a visit, please contact us at 317.226.4243. Together, we can create a path to success for every student, where indeed, every minute counts!