EDUCATION
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New Castle votes to close elementary school
The New Castle school board voted Monday night to close Greenstreet Elementary in order to save money. 167 students will be redistricted to other schools. more
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City attorney releases new version of Carmel assault report
The attorney for the city of Carmel has released a new version of a previous police report that sheds more light into the incident surrounding the high school basketball team. more
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School board to decide future of elementary school Video
As a way to trim the district budget, the Center Grove School Board is expected to vote on a proposal to close West Grove Elementary School. West Grove is the oldest school in the district and located near the future I-69 route. more
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Academy-award nominated director to speak at Depauw University
Jason Reitman, the man behind the films "Juno" and "Up In The Air" will speak at Depauw University Monday night. more
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Supreme Court judge will not speak at Butler graduation
U.S. Chief Justice John Roberts' niece is set to graduate from Butler in May, which prompted some students to campaign for the school to break its no-politicians rule, and invite the chief justice to speak at commencement. more
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Teachers step in to save principal's life Video
Susan Howard is a principal at Lowell Elementary School in Warren Township. When her heart stopped during a staff meeting, her co-workers sprung into action, saving her life. more
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Student sues high school over graduation prayer Video
The valedictorian at Greenwood High School wants a prayer thrown out of the upcoming graduation. 18 year-old Eric Workman said the prayer violates the first amendment, and he's asking a federal judge to intervene. more
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One-on-one with the Hamilton County Prosecutor Video
Fox59 News reporter Kimberly King speaks exclusively with Hamilton County Prosecutor Sonia Leerkamp, who will determine if criminal charges will be filed against members of the Carmel High School basketball team. more
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Education cuts having a negative impact on future teachers
A year ago, the job outlook for many students who majored in education was bright. Today the landscape is bleak. more
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IU police are investigating a possible sexual assault on campus Video
Indiana University police are investigating an alleged sexual assault on campus. The victim was found partially clothed this morning on Fee Lane. more
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Pedestrian crosswalks coming to Fee Lane
Crews will install two crosswalks on Fee Lane to make the area safer for pedestrian traffic. Last fall, an IU student was fatally struck by a car while crossing the street. more
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100 students expelled from IU fraternity
A Bloomington fraternity faces serious sanctions once again. This time, about 100 students are expelled from the chapter on the Indiana University campus. more
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Warren Township Schools discuss ways to trim their budget
The township needs to cut $4 million from its budget due to decreases in state funding. On the list of options: close down two elementary schools and move fifth graders into middle school buildings. Teachers would also be laid off. more
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Kokomo schools considering teacher buyouts
To compensate for state funding cuts, some schools in Kokomo may offer buyouts to teachers willing to retire early. more
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School Board reaches partial agreement with teachers
It's good news for teachers in Hamilton SE schools. A new agreement with the school board promises no layoffs, but no raises either. more
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Jane Pauley to speak at UIndy Commencement
Former NBC anchor and Indianapolis-native Jane Pauley is scheduled to be the keynote speaker at graduation commencement at the University of Indianapolis. more
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Carmel school board to discusses hazing investigation
The Carmel Clay School Board will hold a closed door meeting Monday night to address the possible assault charges involving the boys varsity basketball team. Board members said they want more information about the hazing investigation involving four senior players. more
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150 teachers may lose their jobs with Tippecanoe Schools
More than 150 teachers in Tippecanoe County may have to look for new jobs after the school district handed out pink slips Friday. Tippecanoe Schools will eliminate 20% of its teaching force to make up for nearly $8 million in budget cuts. more
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Car crashes into school bus, driver critical Video
According to police, a 22 year-old driver swirved into the path of an IPS school bus, causing the school bus to T-bone into the car. The driver was taken to Methodist Hospital in extremely critical condition. more
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Teacher kicked in the head during fight
A 16 year old girl is accused of kicking a teacher in the head when the teacher tried to break up a school fight. The incident occurred in the hallways of Muncie's Southside High School. more