MCAS School Board Meeting - 6/30/2026

The Michigan City Area Schools Board of Trustees held a meeting on June 30, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The board approved multiple contracts and renewals, including food service contracts with Alpha Baking and Scholls Dairy, a point of sales program renewal, and new curriculum adoptions for English language arts and world languages. A significant focus was on the $185 million capital improvement project, with a public hearing and resolution passed to authorize bond issuance and lease execution for the multi-phase school facility upgrades. The board also discussed the financial challenges posed by state funding changes, including Senate Enrolled Act 1 and the circuit breaker law, which have negatively impacted operational funds, leading to staff reductions and the need for an operating referendum. The proposed referendum aims to raise $80 million over eight years to support staffing, transportation, safety, and educational programs, with detailed tax impact information provided. Additionally, the meeting featured presentations on economic development in Michigan City, highlighting new housing and industrial projects, and the introduction of the MCAS Ambassador Program and the Graff Dairy Hero Foundation, which supports student character development. The board approved the 2027 budget and various policy updates, including a revised electronic device policy for students.