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Indiana lawmakers plan to “reinvent” high school curriculum by expanding graduation requirements to allow for more work-based learning.
In addition to providing Indiana charter schools with access to more state and local funding, the bill would sunset a law that requires public school districts to sell or lease vacant or unused instructional buildings for a single dollar to public charter schools.
Indiana state senators heard more than five hours of testimony Thursday about funding for charter and private schools.
Some teachers and unions argue part of Senate Bill 486 would further erode teachers' collective bargaining rights. The bill's supporters say it's a "deregulation bill" that will empower Indiana administrators and educators.
Some teachers and unions argue part of Senate Bill 486 would further erode teachers' collective bargaining rights. The bill’s supporters say it's a “deregulation bill” that will empower administrators and educators.