Regular Board Meeting 6/15/26

The South Bend Community School Corporation held its Regular Board Meeting on June 15, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included approval of a Career and Technical Education (CTE) participation agreement for the 2026-27 school year, which formalizes enrollment of students from non-participating schools into CTE programs and sets a tuition structure based on average daily membership. The board also approved a resolution to reallocate and transfer supplemental homestead credit losses, allowing movement of $543,000 from restricted debt funds to operating funds to offset a $2.1 million revenue loss. Additionally, the board approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for security professionals, establishing wage increases and work expectations retroactive to January 1, 2026. The meeting included approval of consent agenda items such as contracts under $50,000 for specialized staffing (substitute kitchen staff), and job postings for adult education positions. A world language curriculum adoption was presented and approved, involving a six-year plan with a $30 per student cost, aiming for consistency and equity across schools. The board also approved the donation and transfer of the historic Eggleston Log Cabin to the History Museum, with all associated costs borne by the museum. Several motions passed unanimously or with strong support, reflecting ongoing efforts to manage budgets, contracts, and educational program improvements. Public comments raised questions about wage structures and compensation studies, which the board addressed by postponing related votes for further review.