September 1, 2026: SHCSC Board Meeting

The South Harrison Community School Corporation held a board meeting on September 1, 2026, where key topics included school staffing updates, student activities, and academic performance. The board reviewed operational matters including approval of a secured school safety grant and several PTO fundraisers. Budget discussions highlighted the advertised education fund budget of approximately $31.9 million, with explanations of property tax caps and anticipated revenue losses due to declining student enrollment and upcoming state legislation changes affecting local income tax revenues. The board approved operational matters and fundraisers by unanimous vote. The meeting also addressed the cost of School Resource Officers (SROs), estimated at $80,000 each, with grant funding covering only a fraction of the expense. Presentations included a detailed report on instructional improvements and enrollment challenges at Cordon Intermediate School, emphasizing strategic scheduling and intervention programs. Overall, the meeting focused on budget planning, grant acceptance, and operational approvals impacting procurement and financial management for the school corporation.