CPCSC School Board Meeting - August 24, 2026

The Crown Point Schools Board of Trustees held their regular business meeting on August 24, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included approval to apply for and receive Title I Part A federal funding of approximately $643,000 to support at-risk students, and a $19,375 grant from the Indiana Department of Education's Robokind program for social skills and phonics curriculum. The board also approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the School Town of Munster to share physical therapy services, aiming to reduce costs amid growing demand. Additionally, a new interlocal agreement was approved with the City of Crown Point to provide four school resource officers, funded by approximately $350,000 annually from referendum money. The board accepted a $5,010 donation from the Bulldog Wrestling Club for new wrestling singlets and approved a reduced substitute billing rate with ESS, saving about $8,000 over three years. Other agenda items included resolutions related to cessation of classroom instruction at the education center and authorizing litigation against social media companies, both approved unanimously. The meeting also featured commendations for student media achievements and discussions on educational performance and school reopening efforts following recent disruptions.