Center Grove Middle School leaders presented a proposed uniform schedule for grades 6–8 aimed at increasing high‑school credit opportunities, bolstering MTSS supports and reducing class sizes by removing daily team prep and shifting collaboration outside student contact time. Board members raised questions about sixth‑grade math time, piloting options and scheduling complexity.
After Community Health notified the district it would end its contract, Center Grove selected Adult & Child via RFP to provide school‑based wraparound mental‑health services; the board approved the transition plan and contract proposal 5‑0.
Board reviewed draft policy revisions (first reading) prepared with vendor Neola, including updated public‑records/body‑cam request fees and moving some withdrawal‑appeal authority to high‑school administration; no action taken.
Community members asked the board to table a two‑year latchkey renewal with Honey Grove, saying the contract backdated to July 1, 2025, gives Honey Grove priority for large spaces and lacks recent RFP/procurement documentation; the board approved the renewal with a 5% annual cap on rate increases and an evergreen clause.
The board approved several action items: accepting a Second Life Mac bid for surplus Apple equipment ($150,970.70 anticipated), approval to pursue hosting the 2028 NASC, one‑time employee stipends ($500/$250), updates to benefit/handbook documents, and new high‑school course proposals.
The board approved a resolution to join a nationwide class action alleging social‑media platforms harm student mental health; the superintendent said participation is contingency‑fee based and would not cost the corporation unless there is recovery; the board approved the resolution by voice vote.
At a public hearing, Center Grove Community School Corp officials described a tentative two‑year teacher contract negotiated with the United Teachers Association that would provide new base pay and a set of one‑time and ongoing changes to compensation and benefits.
The board approved a second reading and adoption of a revised policy (9160) that clarifies recording rights: audience members may record for personal use, but rebroadcasting or posting is prohibited without authorization.
The Center Grove Community School Corp. board approved the 2026 budgets and a package of resolutions including capital and bus plans, moved millions in additional appropriations for 2025, and authorized bond-related actions for districtwide capital maintenance.
The board approved a resolution naming the Center Grove High School tennis courts the Ivan Smith Tennis Complex, honoring Smith's 47 years of service and record achievements in Indiana high school tennis.
