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Referenda History

A History of Referenda in MCCSC

  • 2009
    Indiana’s State Legislature significantly reduced funding for public schools, leaving it up to local jurisdictions to fund many school needs.
  • 2010
    MCCSC passed its first referendum to fund positions and programs, some that were previously cut by the budget deficit. Funding Covered: Alternative high school programs, experiential learning, extracurriculars, teaching and staff positions, enhanced Professional Learning Communities, world language programs, and STEM programs.
  • 2016
    MCCSC passed a referendum in order to renew funding for 2010 referendum items.
  • 2022
    MCCSC passed a referendum in order to provide raises to attract and retain high-quality teachers and staff and support special programs. Teachers and salaried staff received a $4,500 base pay increase beginning with the 2022-23 school year. Support staff received $2.25 hourly raises in November 2022, in addition to a 1.5% raise effective January 1, 2023.
  • 2023
    MCCSC passed a referendum to pay for unfunded needs that would remove barriers for families. Funding provides families with free or low-cost early learning for 3- and 4-year-olds, free school supplies, and covers fees for Advanced Placement and Career & Technical Education exams, and Dual Credit/Enrollment aligned with college and career pathways.