2026 ISLL School Site Application

2026 ISLL School Site Application
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Mind Trust will lead the Indy Summer Learning Labs (ISLL) for Marion County students from June 15 to July 17, 2026, hosted by schools and community organizations. ISLL is designed to bridge and accelerate student learning in math and reading, combining focused instruction with engaging summer activities to strengthen core skills and foster a love of learning.

Since its launch:
- 2021: Served nearly 3,000 rising 1st–9th graders across 38 sites, with a 20% increase in ELA and 27% increase in Math proficiency.
- 2022: Expanded to 39 sites serving 5,000 students, with ELA proficiency rate at 25% and Math at 24%.
- 2023: Operated 44 sites serving 5,000 students, with an average proficiency growth of 24% in ELA and 22% in Math.
- 2024: Reached 52 sites and 5,300 students, showing 26% proficiency growth in ELA and 24% in Math proficiency.
- 2025: Served 55 sites serving 5,300 students, with 27% proficiency growth in both ELA and Math.
Building on these successes, we are excited to invite partners to apply as a Learning Lab and join this impactful summer program.

Before applying, please review the 2026 informational webinar and our 2025 program report to prepare your application. If you have any questions, please email program@indysummerlearninglabs.com before you complete your application.

PROGRAM COMMITMENT
The Indy Summer Learning Labs (ISLL) program is a 5-week commitment to students. It is mandatory for all site partners to establish a full-day program at no cost to families to ensure accurate implementation and fidelity.

Each participating site must agree to:
- Offer a full-day program (minimum of 6 hours daily, including enrichment).
- Open by 8:00 am each day for staff and students.
- Ensure full participation in the 5-week program during dates provided by the Program Team.
- Provide 3.5 hours of ELA and Math instruction through Lavinia Group curriculum, Monday through Friday (excluding holidays).
- Ensure that all summer school leaders participate in Lavinia Group pre-program leader training.
- Ensure that all instructional staff participate in Lavinia Group pre-program training.
- Ensure all participating students complete pre- and post-assessments, either on a school-provided device or using printed assessments.
  - The use of devices is encouraged to accurately capture responses and link scores to student information
- Implement at least three different categories of enrichment programming during afternoon sessions throughout the duration of programming.
- Coordinate at least 1 field trip throughout the duration of programming.
- Monitor attendance being taken daily by teachers throughout the duration of programming.
- Utilize the ISLL enrollment platform and process to enroll students.
- Comply with USDA Nutrition Standards for School Meals and provide breakfast, lunch, and an afternoon snack to all participating students.
- Adhere to site metrics of enrollment, attendance, and pre- & post-assessment completion as outlined in the funding model and site contract
By signing below, our organization blanks* confirms that we have read, understood, and agreed to meet all the above commitments required to serve as a site partner for the 2026 Indy Summer Learning Labs program.
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SITE LOCATION INFORMATION

Please provide the following information about your ISLL school site. The site name and address will be used to: Coordinate and schedule a site visit/interview and support marketing and outreach efforts.
Learning Lab School Name*
Learning Lab School Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Side of Town (Geographic Location)*
SITE CONTACT INFORMATION

The following questions will collect details about your site’s summer contacts and identify who should receive updates regarding your site’s status. Please list the appropriate individuals in the areas provided. If you have any questions about who should be listed, please contact program@indysummerlearninglabs.com.
Primary Point of Contact (serves as summer school leader, oversees day-to-day programming, included in all communication):*

First NameLast Name
Job Title/Position*
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Secondary Point of Contact (supports in overseeing day to day programming, serves as backup summer school leader, and should be included in all communication):*

First NameLast Name
Job Title/Position:*
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Accounting/Billing/Finance Contact (oversees the site’s budget, manages financial reporting, and tracks expense allocations):*

First NameLast Name
Job Title/Position:*
Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Authorized Signer (person authorized by entity to sign legally binding contract). *

First NameLast Name
Job Title/Position:*
Email*
example@example.com
Additional Contact (if applicable - this person should be part of the summer school leadership team, will be present during programming, and should be included in all communications regarding site status):

First NameLast Name
Job Title/Position:
Email
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.

NOTE ON STUDENT ENROLLMENT
- Your site must plan to serve a minimum of 40 students.
- The program aims for a maximum student-teacher ratio of 20:1, minimum ratio of 10:1.
- ISLL has a universal enrollment system that MUST be used for all student enrollment for data purposes.
SITE ENROLLMENT GOAL
Please indicate the number of students your school aims to enroll for ISLL 2026 and feels confident in reaching. This number will be used to:
- Determine your funding and budget for the application
ISLL will review and confirm the number of students your school is approved to serve. The total number of students you expect to serve must align with the per-grade enrollment numbers. For example, if your total projected enrollment is 100 students, the sum of your expected students in each grade (e.g., 20 in grade K, 25 in grade 1, 30 in grade 2, 25 in grade 3) should add up to 100. This ensures that your per-grade projections match the total enrollment number.
What is your total enrollment goal for the program? *
SITE ENROLLMENT BY GRADE LEVEL
The ISLL program is targeting a 20:1 student-to-teacher ratio with a minimum ratio of 10:1.

Please indicate the grade levels your site will serve this summer and the number of students you plan to enroll per grade level. (If a grade level will not be served, type in “0.”)

	Number of Students
Rising 1st grade (Students who will have just completed Kindergarten)
Rising 2nd grade (Students who will have just completed 1st Grade)
Rising 3rd grade (Students who will have just completed 2nd Grade)
Rising 4th grade (Students who will have just completed 3rd Grade)
Rising 5th grade (Students who will have just completed 4th Grade)
Rising 6th grade (Students who will have just completed 5th Grade)
Rising 7th grade (Students who will have just completed 6th Grade)
Rising 8th grade (Students who will have just completed 7th Grade)
Rising 9th grade (Students who will have just completed 8th Grade)
Total

Will your school site be open to students who do not currently attend your school?*

Yes, our program will be open to all studentsNo, our program will only be open to students who currently attend our school
Please indicate which programming dates your school would like to operate for the 2026 summer. (dropdown)*
Please indicate which teacher training dates your school would like your staff to attend for the 2026 summer. Please note: the training dates must occur before the start of your programming.*
Please list any additional questions or requirements you would like to collect from families during the enrollment process. Examples may include transportation needs, family welcome events, or school-specific registration forms. Please share any information you anticipate needing.*

0/300

SITE PROGRAM INFORMATION

ISLL is interested in learning more about how your school plans to reach families, maintain student engagement, leverage community connections, and address any potential barriers to participation. Your responses will help us better understand your site’s approach and ensure strong access and meaningful participation for all students. Please answer the following questions to provide insight into your site plan.
The program aims to serve economically disadvantaged students and/or students who are not proficient on IRead/ILEARN. Given these goals, how will you identify and recruit students for this program?*

0/300
How will you ensure students and their families are engaged and invested in student attendance, performance, and overall success of their experience?*

0/300
Please describe how you will recruit and select your staff (teachers, aides, specialists) to meet the needs of students, including students with special education and/or English Language Learners. *

0/300
Please describe how you will ensure that meals served for breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snacks meet USDA standards (a plan will be required for submission at a later date).*

0/300
Program Start Time: This should reflect the time students arrive for programming. Please note that a full-day program must be a minimum of 6 hours.*

Hour Minutes

AM/PM Option
Program End Time: Please indicate the time programming will conclude each day for students.*

Hour Minutes

AM/PM Option
Please describe what your enrichment program will entail for students (a detailed enrichment/field trip plan will be required for submission at a later date). *

0/300
If applicable, please describe any organizational resources (e.g., volunteers, other philanthropic support, etc.) that your site will dedicate to the success of your Learning Lab beyond the resources you receive from The Mind Trust.

0/300
While providing transportation isn’t required, we know it enables more families to attend summer learning programs. Please tell us about your transportation plans. (Transportation expenses should be reflected in your budget template).*

We are providing our own transportation.We will be working on other methods for supporting transportation.We are not offering transportation.
Please list all languages spoken by staff who will be working during the summer program.*

0/150
Please list the languages spoken by the students you plan to serve in the summer program.*

0/150
Does your site have current partnerships with community organizations within a 5 mile radius from your school?*

YesNo
If yes, please list the organizations and describe the partnership. *

0/300
If not, is your school open to partnerships with community based organizations?*

YesNo

SITE BUDGET INFORMATION
Once your application is approved, The Mind Trust will provide your site with a budget template to complete. At that point, your team will be required to submit a thorough, itemized budget detailing all anticipated expenditures to ensure accurate financial planning for the program.

This budget must include itemized allocations for the following categories:
- Payroll Staff
- Supplies
- Enrichment
- Transportation
- Meals
- Facilities
We encourage your team to begin planning now to identify the resources needed for the ISLL 2026 program based on projected enrollment. Using the categories listed above, start outlining in detail your intentions for each category. This process will also help ensure the successful completion of the itemized budget for ISLL 2026 and prepare your site for full program implementation.

Funding for the program will be based upon pre-program enrollment, actual enrollment, attendance, and participation in the pre- and post-assessment. These components ensure that students benefit fully from the program and allow us to accurately measure program impact. The state grant requires ISLL to report on participation, attendance, and academic growth.

ISLL 2026 Funding Model
I have reviewed the 2026 ISLL Funding Model and understand that my organization’s funding will be dependent on these factors*
This program requires some upfront financial -investments prior to your first payment. Are you willing to cover the initial costs for required materials and supplies to prepare for the start of the program, prior to the distribution of funding?*

YesNo
Are there any urgent questions or information you need clarified to ensure your site can meet all responsibilities if selected as an Indy Summer Learning Lab?

0/300
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2026 ISLL School Site Application

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

PROGRAM COMMITMENT

SITE LOCATION INFORMATION

SITE CONTACT INFORMATION

NOTE ON STUDENT ENROLLMENT

SITE ENROLLMENT GOAL

SITE ENROLLMENT BY GRADE LEVEL

SITE PROGRAM INFORMATION

SITE BUDGET INFORMATION