Indiana Department of Education offering grants aimed at teacher retention
In Indiana, schools only have to notify the Indiana Department of Education if an employee has been convicted of certain felonies.However, child advocates say IDOE, the state agency that can suspend or revoke a teaching license, should know if a teacher is accused of misconduct with a student.
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Department of Education has received a $5 million grant aimed at retaining teachers.
The “Attract, Prepare, Retain” Grant aims to help schools “strengthen, expand, and diversify the educator pipeline,” according to a grant summary.
Eligible applicants for grant money include pre-K-12 schools, nonprofit organizations, education service centers or higher education institutions.
Applications are open now through August 5 at 11:59 p.m. Recipients are expected to be notified by the end of August.
Grant recipient must obligate all funds by September 30, 2024.
For questions, applicants can email eel@doe.in.gov.
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