In Indiana, we believe every child — no matter their background or zip code — deserves an education that prepares them for a successful future and allows them to pursue their own path. Every decision we make, every policy we shape, must come back to that shared purpose: It’s about kids.

Over the past several years, Indiana has built real momentum for students. We’ve seen a 5 percentage point jump in third-grade literacy — the largest in state history, rising to sixth in the nation in fourth-grade reading (NAEP) and record-high graduation rates. Chronic absenteeism is improving, math proficiency is climbing and more Hoosier high school students are earning college credit than in any other state.

These results are happening because Indiana’s educators, parents and community partners have f

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