This school year, Monroe County Community School Corporation (MCCSC) students are gaining real-world experience in engineering, I.T., and business—all while still in high school. They were hired by their employers through the UpSkill apprenticeship program, led by Regional Opportunity Initiatives (ROI). The UpSkill program is a two- to three-year commitment between students and employers. Students… Read More »Students gain experience in engineering, I.T. and business while still in high...| MCCSC News
Superintendent Dr. Markay Winston will hold her next “Muffins with Markay” event on Wednesday, October 22 for the Batchelor Middle School community. Muffins with Markay events are intended to foster family and community engagement. The events offer informal opportunities for parents, teachers and staff at each school to engage with Dr. Winston directly in a… Read More »Superintendent to hold next ‘Muffins with Markay’ event at Batchelor Middle School The post Superintendent to hol...| MCCSC News
Monroe County Community School Corporation (MCCSC) teacher Dr. Kirstin Milks recently published “Place-Based Science Teaching: Connecting Students to Curriculum, Community, and Caring for Our Planet” with co-author Whitney Aragaki. Milks teaches AP Biology and introductory science at Bloomington High School South (BHSS). In her book, Milks defines place-based teaching as the practice of students and… Read More »Teacher Kirstin Milks’s new book offers innovative approach to engaging ...| MCCSC News
BLOOMINGTON, IN — At the Board of School Trustees’ regular meeting on Tuesday, September 23, the Monroe County Community School Corporation (MCCSC) held its public hearing for the 2026 budget. The corporation also shared updates on student health and safety initiatives, including technology safeguards. The MCCSC’s 2026 budget was presented by Chief Financial Officer Matt… Read More »MCCSC September Board meeting highlights student health and safety| MCCSC News
At the Board of School Trustees’ regular meeting on Tuesday, August 26, the Monroe County Community School Corporation (MCCSC) presented a preliminary report on the MCCSC Redistricting Study. Dr. Tim Dowling, MCCSC director of enrollment and early learning, emphasized three main points: The goals and timeline, the involvement of the public, and how redistricting scenarios… Read More »MCCSC Redistricting Study preliminary report shows public involvement in study| MCCSC News
Approximately $8.1 million projected in annual savings while facing state & federal funding reductions At the Board of School Trustees’ regular meeting on Tuesday, August 26, the Monroe County Community School Corporation (MCCSC) shared an update on its Strategy to Achieve Financial Balance and Sustain Excellence. Three months ago, in May, the corporation provided its… Read More »MCCSC shared update on Strategy to Achieve Financial Balance at August Board meeting| MCCSC News
