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Referenda Impact Report

2022 + 2023

Referenda Impact Report


The Monroe County Community School Corporation (MCCSC) is deeply appreciative to voters for approving eight-year tax referenda in 2022 and 2023. Funding from referenda is key to helping our schools thrive. It’s an investment in our students — and in the future of our community. Over the past two years and three months, approximately $22.6 million of referenda funding was invested each year across four voter-approved areas:

As a result, we have expanded student access to high quality programs and services. The number of students enrolled in Pre-K has more than doubled. Waived testing fees for Advanced Placement (AP) and Career & Technical Education has removed a barrier for families. Students have benefitted from an enriched curriculum through special programs like performing arts and outdoor education. Teachers and staff received hourly and base salary increases. In addition, families no longer have to worry about purchasing back-to-school supplies — we provide them for free. These positive outcomes wouldn’t be possible without the continued backing of our community. We’re deeply grateful — not only for supporting our schools but for supporting excellence in our schools.

 

Explore our report sections and discover the impact on students and families.

Markay L. Winston, Ph.D.
Superintendent 
Monroe County Community School Corporation 

2022 Referendum: Total Investment

January 2023 - March 2025
 

2022 Referendum: Total Investment $36,881,970

 

In 2022, voters approved $17,377,238* for MCCSC in property tax revenue. However, in 2023, the State of Indiana enacted a tax cap (HEA 1120 amended IC 6-1.1-17-3.1) that limits the revenue growth of this fund. In 2025, the MCCSC will receive $1,277,645 less than expected, and will continue to receive less revenue growth than expected each year thereafter. 

2023 Referendum: Total Investment

January 2024 - March 2025

Total Investment: $8,474,634

Excellence by the Numbers

2023-24 School Year

Above State Average: 92% graduation rate; 85% postsecondary employment/enrollment; 83% 3rd grade literacy; 63% Advanced Coursework Prior to 9th Grade

Sources: Indiana Department of Education Indiana GPS dashboard; Niche 2025 Best Schools in Indiana 
* Postsecondary credentials in high value fields as defined by Indiana Department of Education 
**Based on $390/credit hour cost – Indiana University