Representative Vernon Smith

House Bill 1539 would give schools one business day to notify parents of the alleged perpetrator and targeted student, down from the current requirement of five business days.

The Gary Community School Corporation is taking input on its plans to close its two middle schools. The first community forum on the "district sustainability" recommendations will be held Tuesday, October 24 at 5:30 p.m. at the Gary Area Career Center. Parents can also comment in an online survey.