Families
Has your student fallen behind in math and reading? Indiana Learns provides a unique way for you to help them catch up and strengthen their confidence in the classroom.
Student Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Indiana Learns program, a student must meet ALL of the below criteria:
- Enrolled and attending an Indiana public, charter, or accredited non-public school
- Student completed ILEARN testing during the 2022 or 2023 school year and scored below proficiency in either Mathematics or English/Language Arts
- NOTE: approaching proficiency will not qualify
- Student resides in Indiana
- Student is in 3rd-8th grade (2023-2024 school year)
- Student qualifies for the federal free or reduced lunch program in 2022 or no later than October 2023
To check eligibility online, you will need a child’s student test number, or STN. This number should appear on ILEARN reports provided by a school or on other school records. If you need help finding your student’s STN, contact your school.
Use funds with approved providers
If a student meets the program qualifications, their family can register and access their Indiana Learns grant from an online platform. Qualifying families can search for Learning Partners and see the status of their grant funds on the platform.
Deadline for use of funds
Qualifying students can sign up at any time and use their funds through June 30, 2024. Funds are provided to families on a first-come, first-serve basis. Eligible families are highly encouraged to activate the account and schedule tutoring services within 30 days of activation.
8th graders in the 2022-2023 school year can use funds from April 15-August 15, 2023. The funds will then expire, and cannot be used in 9th grade.
If your student qualifies for Indiana Learns, you:
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- Will be able to access $1,000 to spend on high-dosage tutoring
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- May have access to additional funds if the initial grant is completely expended
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- Will be able to access $1,000 to spend on high-dosage tutoring
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- Will select an approved tutoring provider that works for your child’s needs and schedule
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- Will manage your student’s grant when it’s convenient for you using Indiana Learns’ online portal
Benefits
ILEARN shows that Hoosier students need support to continue improving reading and math skills. Families have access to $1,000 per grant for eligible students that can be used to access qualifying services from an approved Learning Partner. When the full amount is used, additional grants of $1,000 each become available. Funds are provided to families on a first-come, first-serve basis. Eligible families are encouraged to activate the account as soon as possible and schedule tutoring services within 30 days of activation.
Assistance for students who don’t qualify
If your student isn’t eligible for Indiana Learns, here are some other ways you can support their learning:
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- Check in regularly with your student’s teacher about their progress
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- Ask about online programs your school may offer for free
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- Visit your local library and ask about resources they may offer
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- Read with your student every day
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- Explore Schoolhouse.world, a free online resource for students