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Parents, union and board debate teacher shortages and a proposed $12.5 million transfer

Bloomington and Monroe County local meetings (town hall, county council/commissioners, Board of Public Works, MCCSC) · February 2, 2026
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Summary

Public comment at the Jan. 27 MCCSC board meeting highlighted teacher resignations outpacing open positions and warned about larger class sizes. Jenny Noble Kucera opposed resolution 2026-04, which could allow $12.5 million to move from the education fund to operations; the board repealed a teacher appreciation grant and approved a nonunion salary schedule with no base-pay increase.

At the Monroe County Community School Corporation (MCCSC) board meeting on Jan. 27 parents and union leaders raised alarm about teacher resignations and the effect on classroom staffing.

Parent Alice Kilbride said the number of teachers resigning exceeds posted openings and asked what happens to…

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