Paul Ketcham

Assistant Secretary of Education | State of Indiana | Former Superintendent | 2025 Indiana Superintendent of the Year

[Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) @EducateIN]

Applications are now open to nominate a teacher for the 2027 Indiana Teacher of the Year!🌟 Local schools and Teacher(s) of the Year are encouraged to complete this application by 5 p.m. ET on Friday, July 3: https://t.co/30DL5aQQ4j

[Indiana Department of Education (IDOE) @EducateIN]

📝During World War II, George Klopp, Sr. enlisted in the Navy & missed his high school graduation. More than 80 years later, he finally got to walk across the stage & receive his diploma. Read more about this heartwarming story in today’s weekly update: https://t.co/RnGo98UWXx

[Paul Ketcham @KetchamPaul]

“Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, ‘Whom shall I send? And who will go for us?’ And I said, ‘Here am I. Send me!’” — Isaiah 6:8

This Memorial Day, we pause with grateful hearts to remember the men and women who answered the call to serve and gave their lives for our country. We honor their sacrifice, remember the families who carry their memory forward, and quietly give thanks for those who, through courage and service, said, “Here am I. Send me.” 🇺🇸

[Paul Ketcham @KetchamPaul]

“The thrill of victory and the agony of defeat.” - Jim McKay

What a race @IMS

[Paul Ketcham @KetchamPaul]

As the sun sets on Mother’s Day weekend, I hope it leaves you with gratitude for the people who make life meaningful.

Wishing everyone a peaceful Sunday evening and a great week ahead.

[Indiana Commission for Higher Education @HigherEdIN]

Yesterday, the Commission and @EducateIN recognized winners of the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Awards for Excellence, highlighting outstanding achievements of CTE students, programs, partners, and counselors across the state.
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[Paul Ketcham @KetchamPaul]

Really enjoyed visiting Waldron today and seeing the innovation and opportunities being created for students. Highlight of the day: a 6th grader asking me about my opinion on data centers and their future impact. Smart kid… there’s a decent chance I may work for him someday. Great things happening at Waldron!

[Paul Ketcham @KetchamPaul]

Grateful for a special Indiana basketball moment today.

I had the chance to add Bobby Plump’s signature to my original Hoosiers movie poster and enjoy lunch at Plump’s Last Shot while he shared some great stories with my coworkers.

Appreciate his time, kindness, and the history he continues to share.

[Paul Ketcham @KetchamPaul]

It’s Teacher Appreciation Week. Indiana, let’s lift up our educators with one voice.

I’m incredibly proud of the profession that creates all other professions. Our teachers do far more than deliver content; they build confidence, ignite curiosity, and shape the future of our communities every single day. Their impact reaches well beyond the classroom, changing lives in ways that often go unseen but are deeply felt.

To every educator across our state: thank you. Your dedication, your care, and your belief in students make all the difference. Indiana is stronger because of you.

#TeacherAppreciationWeek

[Paul Ketcham @KetchamPaul]

“Education transformation requires more than good intentions. It requires leaders who understand how systems actually move and who can align governance, strategy, talent, community partnerships, and execution around a coherent plan.” @FordNGL

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[Paul Ketcham @KetchamPaul]

Indiana Spring, a fresh taste of the sun, and one step closer to those Indiana summer nights.

[Paul Ketcham @KetchamPaul]

Today was one of those days that reminds you why this work matters.

More than 400 Indiana schools were recognized for achieving a 95%+ IREAD pass rate, a testament to great teaching, strong leadership, and supportive communities.

Celebrating educators matters. It costs nothing, but its impact is immeasurable. Behind every percentage point is a child reading with confidence.

Take a moment today to thank an educator or school making a difference. Recognition fuels purpose, and purpose drives outcomes.

[Reid Wiseman @astro_reid]

There are no words.

[Strada Education Foundation @stradaeducation]

💼 Indiana is forging a path to provide all learners access to high-quality work-based learning opportunities.

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[Paul Ketcham @KetchamPaul]

Palm Sunday is a quiet reminder of humility, grace, and the goodness we’re called to live out each day. As we begin Holy Week, I’m praying for peace, strength, and blessings for all…our families, our communities, and humanity.

[Dr. Joe Brown @indybrown7]

Appreciated having @KetchamPaul visit Scott Academy in @FWCommSchools today! Scott Academy was the recipient of the @EducateIN Excellence in Early Literacy Award this year.

[FWCS @FWCommSchools]

Indiana's Assistant Secretary of Education, Paul Ketcham, stopped by & we were excited to show him #LevanScott Academy & #AmpLab. He was impressed by our innovative approach & the personal connections our staff builds with students. #ItStartsWithYourSchools #SchoolsOfSuccess

[Paul Ketcham @KetchamPaul]

It was a pleasure to hear from U.S. Secretary of Education, Linda McMahon, and reflect on an important shift in education.

Real innovation doesn’t come from Washington, it happens at the state and local level, closest to our students and communities.