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The Buzz - New Legislation to Protect Students with Disabilities & FBI Warning For IN Teens
Issue #014/ Jan. 23, 2024
In This Issue of the Buzz:
đ Upcoming Local Events
â Local Business Partners
â "New Legislation to Protect Students with Disabilitiesâ
đŠ "FBI Warns of âSextortion' Scams Targeting Indiana Teensâ
đ BCSC & Bethesda Sports Results Jan. 17 - Jan. 20, 2024
đ¨ Local Weather
Upcoming Local Events
January 2024
Box Social
Date: January 25, 2024
Location: scribere, 204 E Main St, Brownsburg, IN 46112-1218
AM Connect
Date: January 25, 2024
Organized by: Greater Brownsburg Chamber of Commerce
January 24, 2024: Check out events at your Brownsburg Library - Brownsburg Library Events
January 25, 2024: Brownsburg Town Council meeting at Town Hall, 7 PM - Local Events
January 26, 2024: Girls Basketball Game @ Zionsville, 6 pm - Schools and Education
January 26, 2024: Boys Basketball Game @ Zionsville, 7:30 pm - Schools and Education
Teen Certified Babysitter's Course
Date: January 27, 2024
Location: Brownsburg Public Library, 450 S. Jefferson St., Brownsburg, IN 46112
Volunteer Opportunity: Weed Wrangle
Date: January 27, 2024
Location: B&O Trail - Green St. Trailhead, Brownsburg, IN 46112
Bingo Night
Date: January 28, 2024
Location: Books & Brews, Brownsburg
FAB Heavy Hitters Prerelease
Date: January 28, 2024
Location: Valkyrieâs Vault, Brownsburg
February 2024
February 1, 2024: Boys Basketball Game vs Crispus Attucks, 7:30 pm - Schools and Education
February 1, 2024: Brownsburg Rotary Club every Thursday at The Locale, noon - Local Events
Greater Brownsburg Chamber Ambassadors
Date: February 2, 2024
Description: A networking event organized by the Greater Brownsburg Chamber of Commerce.
February 3, 2024: Times & Dates Subject to Change. Please Check with Organization - Local Events
February 5, 2024: Check out events at your Brownsburg Library - Brownsburg Library Events
Marketers' Meet-up
Date: February 15, 2024
Description: Networking event focusing on marketing strategies and ideas.
POWER HOUR PLUS LUNCHEON
Date: February 21, 2024
Description: A luncheon event by the Greater Brownsburg Chamber of Commerce with networking opportunities.
Round Table Readers
Date: February 21, 2024
Description: An arts and culture event for book enthusiasts.
AM Connect
Date: February 22, 2024
Description: Another networking event under the Greater Brownsburg Chamber of Commerce.
Free Headshot Day!
Date: February 23, 2024
Description: A unique opportunity to get a professional headshot.
HC Women Connect
Date: February 28, 2024
Description: A networking event focused on connecting women in the Hendricks County area.
Brownsburg Kiwanis Club Meeting
Date: March 20, 2024
Description: A local club meeting, held at Best Friends Bagels.
Brownsburg Chamber Luncheon
Date: March 20, 2024
Description: Luncheon event organized by the Brownsburg Chamber of Commerce.
Brownsburg Rotary Club Meeting
Date: March 21, 2024
Description: A regular meeting of the Brownsburg Rotary Club, taking place at The Locale.
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Indiana Proposes New Legislation to Protect Students with Disabilities in Schools
Indiana lawmakers have introduced legislation to address problems faced by students with disabilities, focusing on the use of restraint and seclusion in schools. House Bill 1073, proposed by Republican Rep. Becky Cash, is in response to findings that some schools inaccurately report restraint and isolation incidents and that state oversight is lacking. Cash, a parent of children with disabilities, was also motivated by a specific incident in a Brownsburg school.
The bill includes proposals for installing cameras in special education classrooms and other specified areas, requiring documentation and reporting of time-out incidents, and more frequent meetings of the Commission on Seclusion and Restraint. The goal is to minimize the use of time-outs, seclusion, and restraint in schools. The bill also suggests providing deescalation training to school employees.
Another bill, House Bill 1380, focuses on the process of resolving disputes over special education services. It proposes shifting the burden of proof from parents to schools in certain cases and prohibits schools from requiring non-disclosure agreements in settlement cases. The bill has faced opposition from major education associations but support from groups representing families and children with disabilities.
For a more in depth view, visit: WFYI.org.
FBI Warns of Rising 'Sextortion' Scams Targeting Indiana Teens
The FBI is alerting people in Indiana about a serious and increasing threat known as "sextortion." This scam predominantly targets boys aged 14 to 17. It involves online predators using fake social media profiles to coerce kids into sharing sexually explicit content. Once the predators obtain these images, they demand payment, threatening to share the content with the victim's contacts. This often leads to panic and self-harm among the victims.
The FBI has noted a 20% increase in such cases over six months. They emphasize that victims should not be judged or blamed, but viewed as victims of sophisticated criminals. The FBI advises against complying with the extortion demands and stresses the importance of awareness and immediate reporting to law enforcement.
If you're a victim or know someone who is, contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or online at tips.fbi.gov.
Brownsburg High School Sports
Boys Varsity Basketball Results:
Jan 19, 2024
62 Brownsburg
56 Westfield
Jan 20, 2024
39 Brownsburg
41 Carmel
Girls Varsity Basketball Results:
Jan 19, 2024
59 Brownsburg
57 Westfield
Brownsburg East Middle School Sports
7th Grade Boys Basketball Results:
Jan 17, 2024
31 BEMS
51 Westfield Middle School
The 7th-grade team from Brownsburg East suffered a defeat against Westfield in the Conference Tournament, with a final score of 51-31. Despite a tough fight, the team saw a collective effort in scoring. Leading the charge, Joe Hornett scored 8 points, closely followed by Ryland Richardson and Gaven Allen with 7 points each, and Logan Roethe contributing 6 points. The team is now gearing up for their next challenge as they head to Danville for the opening round of the Hendricks County Tournament, scheduled for Monday evening.
8th Grade Girls Basketball Results:
Jan 17, 2024
38 BEMS
29 Tri-West Middle School
In their first home game, the 8th grade girls' basketball team wins over Tri West with a score of 38-29. Leading the charge for the Bulldogs was Caroline Wiggins with an impressive 15 points. Close behind, Naomi Oniyide racked up 14 points, while Lola Crawford contributed 5. Milena Henkle and Arianna Greer each added 2 points to the tally.
7th Grade Girls Basketball Results:
Jan 18, 2024
39 BEMS
7 Zionsville Middle School
The 7th grade girls' basketball team secured a decisive victory over Zionsville, finishing with a commanding score of 39-7. A standout performance was seen in Peyton Brodnik, who scored an impressive 16 points, including four successful 3-point shots. Ava Emberton also played a significant role in the win, aggressively driving towards the basket and contributing an additional 13 points. Alli Keel's efforts in rebounding were noteworthy, as she effectively scored 8 points through put-backs. The Dogs are now 4 -1.
Boyâs Wrestling Results:
Jan 18, 2024
60 BEMS
57 Avon North Middle School
Winners on the night included Illatski Duran, Gabe Guerrier, Ian Cronin, Dustin Hester, Alex Anderson, Eli Killion, Jude Knouse, JJ Doty, Reed Johnson, Courtland Marcus, Carson Cox, Kentrell Gordon and Grevin Fields.
Bethesda Christian School Sports
Boys Basketball Results:
Jan 19, 2024
55 Bethesda
45 Park Tudor
Jan 20, 2024
56 Bethesda
37 Waldron
Girls Basketball Results:
Jan 18, 2024
48 Bethesda
37 University
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