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East Chicago board approves consolidation of Carrie Gosch Early Learning Center amid $3.2M shortfall
Summary
After extensive public comment and trustee debate, the School City of East Chicago board voted to approve a resolution to consolidate (close and repurpose) the Carrie Gosch Early Learning Center as part of multi‑item cost‑saving measures to address a projected $3.2 million deficit.
The School Board of Trustees for the School City of East Chicago voted 3–2 on Jan. 27 to approve a resolution recommending consolidation of the Carrie Gosch Early Learning Center, the district said, citing a projected general‑fund shortfall and changes in state funding.
Superintendent Dr. Bornay framed the vote as part of a larger effort to “right‑size” the district to match facility and staffing levels with enrollment, warning that without hard decisions the district’s payroll could be at risk in the near term. Leila Simmons, executive director of business operations, told the board the cost to operate Carrie Gosch in the 2024–25 year was approximately $2.1–$2.3 million; she also said certain Title grants carry over and that the district is awaiting cash requests from the state.
Board members divided sharply. Trustee Smith moved the resolution and Trustee Rodriguez seconded; the motion passed with Trustees Rodriguez, Smith and President Taylor voting in favor and Trustees Gibson King and Gomez…
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