About this Event
Indianapolis voters will help shape the future of IPS schools this fall. Join WFYI and Chalkbeat Indiana for the IPS School Board Candidate Forum on October 19 at the Indianapolis Public Library's Central Library. With five of seven seats on the ballot and the first bipartisan forum of the race, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. Pre-registration is appreciated by not required.
At-Large:
Sacha Sharp - Democrat
Heather Houston - Independent
Alexander S. Nyirendah - Democrat
Angelia Moore - Democrat
District 2:
Hasaan Rashid - Democrat
District 3
Daqavise D. Winston - Democrat
Lauren Eugene Heger - Democrat
Derek Redelman - Independent
District 5
Nicole Carey - Democrat
Pearl Taylor - Democrat
Yuri Smith Sr. - Democrat
Learn more about the candidates in our voting guide: Here are the 15 candidates running for the Indianapolis Public Schools Board in 2026
Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. and the program will begin at 6 p.m.
Not sure which district you live in? Find your voting district and more at indy.gov/activity/find-voting-districts
Event venue & nearby stays
Indianapolis Public Library - Central Library, 40 East Saint Clair Street, Indianapolis, United States
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