Regular School Board Meeting - August 25, 2026

The School City of East Chicago held a regular school board meeting on August 25, 2026, where several procurement and contract-related items were discussed and voted on. Key procurement actions included the approval of a contract with the Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired to provide specialized services not available in-house, and the approval of removal of recycled interactive tables. The board also reviewed and approved administrator contracts and personnel reports, with some debate over salary adjustments for principals at Harrison and McKinley schools. Additionally, the board approved internal control policies and discussed the English Learner coordinator job description, ultimately tabling that item for further discussion due to concerns about downgrading the position amid a growing English learner population. The board also addressed the recent $20 million bond issuance for school infrastructure projects, noting funds are held in trust and reimbursements are processed post-expenditure. Community response to recent storm-related power outages and food distribution efforts were acknowledged, highlighting the district's role in emergency response. Several motions were passed by roll call vote, reflecting ongoing efforts to manage contracts, personnel, and capital projects responsibly.