Ignite Achievement Academy was removed from Indianapolis Public Schools after low test scores. But the mayor’s office has let the school continue under a new name.
United Way approves $916,285 in allocations
Board approves additional $100,000 in allocations
SIDNEY President Scott Barr reports the Shelby County United Way recently completed the annual partner agency allocation process in March and April. Six allocation teams consisting of over 42 people including board members, company, and community volunteers conducted agency reviews.
The teams were comprised of the following Impact Areas: Enriching the Lives of Seniors, Investing in Youth & Children, Promoting Health & Well Being, Caring for People in Crisis, Strengthening Families & Individuals, and Community-Wide Initiatives.
Barr states, “The allocation process provides accountability and ensures the community’s dollars are impacting Shelby County’s greatest needs. We leverage the experience and skill set of our board of directors and community volunteers to evaluate and make recommendations to our partners. In addition to the 21 member board of directors, this year’s Commu
SHOW: Dancers and chorus in the Ziegfeld Company number from Funny Girl pictured in 1989 The semi-biographical plot is based on the life and career of Broadway star, film actress and comedian Fanny Brice. It featured aspects of her stormy relationship with entrepreneur and gambler Nick Arnstein. The original title was meant to be My Man. PLAYING: ‘Have you heard’ Judith Barrow (centre) as Fanny mother with cronies ‘Kath Smith (left) and Julia Barker pictured during Funny Girl The show was decorated with its colourful and finely dressed acting cast, who wore the red, white, and blue clothing much to the enjoyment of the audience.