Board discusses student-safety concerns after a student was struck; members urge quick action with traffic changes ahead
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Summary
Following an incident in which a student was struck leaving campus, board members described continuing safety concerns tied to upcoming Highway 31 construction and discussed options including contracted law enforcement to assist at arrival and dismissal.
Board members warned about ongoing student-safety risks following a recent incident in which a student was struck leaving campus and urged faster, concrete steps as Highway 31 construction begins.
One board member said the district convened an executive session and has been coordinating with INDOT, state legislators and local law enforcement, but said responses appeared to be fragmented and that the district should not wait for others to act. The member described observing dismissals and noted students crossing unassisted; they proposed exploring contracted law-enforcement officers for arrival and dismissal times and said they had already received a preliminary rate estimate from a contractor.
Board members emphasized that even with contracted officers, hazards could remain, but said the district should pursue the most proactive measures available to reduce risk. The board asked staff to report back on options and cost estimates as soon as possible.
No formal vote occurred; the discussion was recorded as direction to staff to pursue options and return with recommendations.