PPHS is proud to announce its selection as one of 24 school systems participating in the Future of High School Network, a new national initiative led by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching designed to catalyze learning, knowledge, and impact to support a ‘new architecture’ for high school nationwide. Learn more here

Purdue Polytechnic High Schools have been awarded a $420,000 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to strengthen college and career readiness across all campuses. This investment will expand student support, enhance academics, and better prepare students for life after graduation.

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PPHS made a powerful statement at the 2025 Speddy Awards, taking home multiple honors, including student and staff recognitions, highlighting our commitment to educational excellence and innovation.

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PPHS Celebrates 2025 Teacher & Support Staff of the Year
Purdue Polytechnic High Schools proudly honors exceptional educators and team members who go above and beyond for students every day. From building inclusive classrooms to strengthening community connections, these awardees embody the mission of PPHS.

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Purdue Polytechnic High Schools is proud to officially appoint Lucas Zartman as Principal of PPHS Broad Ripple, recognizing his outstanding leadership during his time as Interim Principal. Under his guidance, the campus has experienced a rise in teacher retention, a 46% increase in students meeting college readiness benchmarks, and SAT scores that exceeded the state average by over 8 percentage points. With a clear vision for continued academic excellence and student success, Principal Zartman is poised to lead PPHS Broad Ripple into a bright future.

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Purdue Polytechnic High School Englewood held its first annual Spring Festival, bringing together students, families, and community partners for a vibrant celebration and connection. The festival reflects PPHS’s ongoing mission to provide real-world experiences and build strong community partnerships that prepare students for future success.

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In a testament to their strong STEM program, Purdue Polytechnic High Schools Englewood's robotics team, suPURDUEper Robotics, has won the Indiana State Championship for the second straight year. This victory and achieving the highest score highlight the success of hands-on learning in Indianapolis.

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The McKinley Cheer Squad, led by sponsor Kaylen Rodgers, organized a school-wide hurricane relief drive to support individuals affected by storms in Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas. With the support of their school community, they collected over 300 essential items, showcasing the power of service and collaboration.

Purdue Polytechnic High Schools (PPHS) proudly innovates STEM education, offering students opportunities to experience real-world learning through strategic partnerships. PPHS Students Reflect on Innovative Learning sessions with entrepreneurs of Cambiar Catalysts and Cambiar Education.

Purdue Polytechnic High Schools is proud to be the only network with two educators—Nicole Schadek and Gregg Nowling—selected for the 2024 Indiana Educator Fellowship for Creative Teachers.

We’re proud to celebrate Coach Chelsea Foster of PPHS, who was awarded a Teacher & Librarian Scholarship, recognizing her inspiring work supporting literacy and critical thinking.

Purdue Polytechnic High School (PPHS) Broad Ripple will host a full-day innovation learning experience in collaboration with Cambiar Education.

At Purdue Polytechnic High Schools (PPHS), the Women in Tech Week campaign is just one piece of a larger puzzle. We are privileged to have strong, visionary women leaders who are shaping the landscape of education at PPHS and ensuring that all students—no matter their background or unique learning needs—have access to the best possible experience.

Purdue Polytechnic High Schools (PPHS) proudly celebrates Women in Tech Week by honoring trailblazing women in leadership and the rising generation of young women shaping the future of STEM. At Purdue Polytechnic High Schools, a dynamic network of STEM-focused schools in Indiana, these students are equipped with the skills and confidence to innovate and lead in tech spaces.

PPHS Schweitzer Center at Englewood hosted a pivotal back-to-school press conference led by Judith B. Thomas, Deputy Mayor of Neighborhood Engagement for the City of Indianapolis.

PPHS South Bend (PPHS SB) launched an innovative educational learning experience called the “World Simulation,” engaging over 150 high school students in a week-long, hands-on learning experience.

Purdue Polytechnic High Schools (PPHS) is thrilled to announce that Nicole Schadek has advanced to the Top 10 for the 2025 Indiana Teacher of the Year Award.

Bank of America recently announced that Mariah Questelles, a junior at Purdue Polytechnic High School (PPHS), is one of four Indianapolis-area high school students chosen for the prestigious Student Leaders® program.