One of the most interesting developments in Indianapolis has been the creation of Innovation Network Schools. These schools are district schools that are exempt from the same laws and regulations as charters and operate outside of union contracts.
Blog: Innovation Schools in Indianapolis and Open Systems
In late March, the Indiana legislature passed public law 1321 allowing the Board of Indianapolis Public Schools to contract with school management teams and leaders to turnaround failing schools or establish new schools in IPS. This kind of legislation marks