The Monroe County Community School Corporation announced no teachers will be laid off for the 2025-2026 school year, despite ongoing financial challenges.
The district has lost over 800 students since 2019, resulting in a projected $22.4 million revenue loss. Meanwhile, payroll expenses, accounting for roughly 85% of MCCSC’s budget, have grown by $28.6 million.
Superintendent Markay Wilson said no teachers will lose their jobs because of natural attrition and the elimination of non-classroom roles such as food service, custodial and health aide workers.
Senate Enrolled Act 1, passed March 2024, is expected to cut MCCSC’s funding by $17 million over the next three years, with more reductions anticipated in 2028 due to the required shared property tax revenue with charter schools.
The district has not yet reached financial balance, and future staffing reductions still remain possible in years to come.
“We continue to face political and financial headwinds,” Winston said in a press release. “But we remain committed to keeping students at the center of every decision.”
