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Sunman‑Dearborn school board approves employee daycare at North Dearborn Elementary
Summary
The Sunman‑Dearborn Community School Corporation board approved an employee‑only daycare for the 2026–27 school year at North Dearborn Elementary, setting capacity at 46, staffing at up to six employees, estimated employment cost of $260,000 and one‑time furnishings of about $50,000.
The Sunman‑Dearborn Community School Corporation board voted March 12 to establish an employee‑only daycare and learning center at North Dearborn Elementary for the 2026–27 school year.
Superintendent Dr. Jackson recommended the district create the program to retain and attract staff, saying a district survey showed interest for about 52 children and the board should authorize a program with a maximum capacity of 46 and up to six qualified staff. "I recommend establishing and operating the daycare for the upcoming 26–27 school year," Dr. Jackson said.
The district outlined capacity and costs: an infant room capacity of 10; younger toddlers (18–23 months) capacity 6; older toddlers (24–35 months) capacity 8; and a preschool room capacity of 22. Dr. Jackson said total…
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