RISE INDY believes all voices should be part of improving our public education system. Teacher voice is essential. With this belief at the forefront, RISE INDY, in partnership with MelantED Leaders and Teach Indy, issued a countywide teacher survey to better understand how Marion County educators feel about their profession, areas of opportunity to better support them and potential policy changes to maximize their impact. We’ve created a report to illuminates teacher voice, shared challenges, and recommendations to support our educators. 

In 2020, RISE INDY brought together over 5,000 parents, students, educators, and community leaders to confront systemic inequities in education. Through listening sessions, coalition-building, and grassroots advocacy, we focused on elevating community voices, advancing racial justice, and ensuring every child has access to a safe, high-quality education. This report reflects our first year of action and calls on all Indianapolis residents to help build a future where every student can thrive.