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After a coronavirus update that a second student was showing symptoms, Avon schools decided to close all buildings ahead of spring break.

All Avon schools will close through March 20 as one student has tested positive and a second student is showing symptoms of the novel coronavirus.

Indiana University will move to remote teaching after its scheduled spring break over concerns about the spread of the coronavirus.

As districts prepare for the possibility of an outbreak of the novel coronavirus in their schools, most consider a move to online learning.

Both school systems are moving to eLearning over coronavirus concerns. They're the second and third districts in the metro area to do so.

As the first cases of Hoosiers who test positive for COVID-19 are confirmed, schools in central Indiana are continuing to keep families updated.

Most Marion County public schools will close Friday and all public schools in the county will close by Monday.

As national, state and local officials consider ways to slow the spread of COVID-19, many are closing schools.

Schools across the state are suspending in-person instruction, canceling travel and asking students to stay away.

The school district provided free grab-and-go breakfasts and lunches for students Monday. It will do it again next Monday (March 23).

Gov. Eric Holcomb announced new steps to combat the spread of the coronavirus Thursday, including the prolonged closure of schools.

Gov. Eric Holcomb announced that all Indiana schools are closed until May 1, possibly beyond that.

More Indiana schools are using eLearning in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Here's some advice to make it a success for students, teachers and parents.

Many Indianapolis area districts started eLearning this week only to learn that school closures will be longer than expected due to COVID-19 concerns.

Indiana schools will be closed until at least May 1, but districts are ensuring employees continue to get paid.

Teachers from North Elementary School in Noblesville decorated their cars and paraded through neighborhoods, waving and honking at students from afar during the closure of schools because of the coronavirus outbreak.

In less than 24 hours, teachers organized a parade of nearly 40 cars to say hello to students from afar.

Schools across the state are closed until at least May 1, and it's possible that will be extended so students finish the year at home.

Colleges across Indiana are navigating how to handle refunds for students who have had to vacate residence halls during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Indianapolis is partnering with YMCA, At Your School and Early Learning Indiana to provide care for children of first responders at a discounted rate.

The city of Indianapolis is offering discounted child care services to families of first responders. Here's why healthy practices are so important to combat the coronavirus.

The coronavirus outbreak shut down Indiana schools until at least May 1, meaning many are moving online. But not all students have internet access.

From federal funds to decisions about opening and closing schools, here's how census data makes a difference for schools.

Indianapolis Metropolitan police are investigating after a man was found shot on the city's northwest side Thursday night.

The April Fools' prank is being shared in Indiana and other states across the nation.

Superintendent of Public Instruction Jennifer McCormick announced Thursday that schools will stay closed for the rest of the academic year.

Indiana's K-12 schools will stayed closed through the end of the academic year as the state continues to fight the spread of the coronavirus.

At Indiana University, the invincibility of youth and the freedom of college life are shattered by a school year cut short.

During coronavirus, Indiana schools turn to donors to fill gaps in access to devices and home internet as state and federal resources lag behind.

While learning loss is a concern, ESL teachers are finding ways to stay connected, even if that means doing more in students' native languages.

With schools and campuses closed, high school seniors are planning for college just like they are finishing their high school careers: virtually.

Governor Holcomb announced schools will be closed for the rest of the school year, but districts are committed to continue providing meals for kids.

Some families have said that they were denied free internet access, offered in response to the coronavirus, because of old debts.

With schools closed, fifth and eighth grade students navigate the transition from elementary to middle school or middle to high school on their own.

The Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel invites the class of 2020 from across Central Indiana to a prom this August.

Indiana colleges and universities are getting millions in federal CARES Act dollars but say they need more guidance on how to spend it.

Indiana colleges and universities talk plans for the fall as campuses remain empty statewide

An advisory group from across the state is looking at the challenges and possibilities for bringing students back to campus.

While a return to full, in-person classes is unlikely, IU President Michael McRobbie outlined five possibilities for the fall semester.

As Indiana prepares to reopen its economy during coronavirus, parents who are returning to work are facing a new challenge about childcare.

Join IndyStar and #ThankATeacher during Teacher Appreciation Week. These are some educators that are making the best of a bad situation.

As colleges look to the fall semester, they're faced with the uncertainty of what it will look like. But plans are underway.

Plans are underway for Speedway High School seniors to celebrate their graduation at IMS on May 30.

The first day of the 2020-2021 school year is just a few months away. Will kids be back in classrooms or continue logging on?

The private Catholic university in South Bend with $11 billion in reserves follows similar decisions by other endowment-rich institutions.

This Teacher Appreciation Week, IndyStar asked readers to help recognize some of the amazing teachers going above and beyond during these times.