INDIANA — As Hoosier students return to school, Governor Mike Braun is strengthening classrooms, supporting teachers, empowering parents, and preparing every student for success after graduation. Governor Mike Braun“As Hoosier students head back to schools, the big changes we’ve made to Indiana’s education system are paying off: safer schools, universal school choice, and bell-to-bell cell phone restrictions to limit distractions,” said Governor Mike Braun. Indiana is supporting teachers, empowering parents, and giving students the skills and opportunities they need to succeed.” Universal School ChoiceBeginning with the 2026-2027 school year, Indiana has secured Universal School choice, allowing more Hoosier parents to choose the school that best fits their child’s needs. Indiana’s high school graduation rate reached a record high in 2025, with nearly 92 percent of Hoosier seniors graduating.