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Lake Station Community Schools - School Board Meeting 7/15/26
Published: Jul 15, 2026
School Board Adopts Policy Updates, Including Strict Cell Phone Ban and AI Policy Review
The board approved new and revised board policies, Volume 38, Number 2 [cite: 168-170]. They also approved changes to the 2627 handbook in reflection of new Indiana state law regarding cell phones and electronic devices, which prohibits student use from the start to the end of the school day, requiring them to be stored in lockers or cubbies [cite: 177-204]. Exceptions may apply for students with IEPs, 504 plans, or medical needs [cite: 217-221]. A first reading of new and revised board policies concerning AI for June 2026 was presented for review, with action expected in August [cite: 230-239].
Community Back-to-School Event Announced; District Seeks New After-School Program Options
The school board announced upcoming community events. The back-to-school event, Community Action Day, will be held at Riverview Park on Saturday, August 8th, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. [cite: 299-306]. It was also announced that the Boys and Girls Club will be leaving Lake Station, but the district is exploring other after-school program options for the fall to ensure community needs are met [cite: 307-322].
School Board Approves Fund Transfers, Food Service Bids, and Supply Fees for 2627 School Year
The board approved Resolution 2627 Number One, which allows for the transfer of amounts from the debt service fund to the operation fund. This measure is a one-year process permitted by House Enrolled Act 1210 to help districts manage the financial impact of an additional homestead credit, which results in an additional circuit breaker loss [cite: 79-108]. The board also approved food service bids for the 2627 school year from Gordon Food Service, Prairie Farms, Alpha Bakery, Commercial Food Systems, and Smart Systems [cite: 111-116]. Additionally, consumable materials and supply fees for all schools for the 2627 school year were approved, reinstating fees that were previously paused [cite: 127-134, 141-142].
School Board Approves New Hires for 2627 School Year
The board approved the hiring of Morgan Lindtock as a junior high math teacher at Edison Junior Senior High School for the 2627 school year [cite: 39-44]. The board also approved the hiring of Heather Gansky as a school counselor at Edison Junior Senior High School for the 2627 school year [cite: 52-55]. Additionally, Melody Foresythe was approved as the director of child nutrition services for the 2627 school year [cite: 66-68].
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