About the Summit
Indiana University’s inaugural P-12 Education Summit occurred in the fall of 2023 in Indianapolis, IN. The establishment of this annual summit was driven by IU’s P–12 engagement strategies which were developed by a consortium of faculty and staff to operationalize the university’s 2030 Strategic Plan.
Indiana University and P–12 schools across the state have a reciprocal relationship where they help each other succeed. A shared vision helps ensure that:
- P–12 school communities can rely on IU for support with pressing needs.
- IU can better understand and respond to the needs of students in local schools.
- IU and P–12 communities can exchange expertise to help improve school programming, college-going experiences, and career readiness across Indiana.
Collaboration Focus
Collaboration is critical for solving shared challenges with diverse groups of stakeholders. The Summit centers collaboration as a vehicle to make sustainable positive impact in three areas:
- Addressing current and new challenges in Indiana schools.
- Strengthening the educator talent pipeline innovations.
- Expanding student options for college and career.
The P–12 Education Summit is a key part of IU’s "Service to the State" mission. The event is designed to:
- Strengthen partnerships: Expand lasting partnerships among IU and P–12 communities that benefit youth, community, and state.
- Connect practices: Share and exchange expertise to enhance youth options in schooling, college, and career.
- Respond to new policy: Support schools in implementing changes in state legislation.
- Build new and strengthen existing networks: Create fresh opportunities for P–12 schools and Indiana University to work together while sustaining and enhancing current relationships.
Who is it for?
The summit is meant for a variety of people, including:
- School leaders: Principals and district administrators who already work with IU or want to collaborate.
- IU faculty and staff: Faculty and staff interested in working with local educators.
- Decision makers: Leaders in P–12, higher education, state government, and local industries.
- Community Partners: groups and organizations that support youth and youth serving entities.