Tipton School Board Briefs: Oct. 13, 2026

Submitted by Tipton Community School Corporation

Tipton Community School Corporation Board Briefs is designed to share highlights from the most recent School Board of Trustees monthly meeting. Official minutes of each Board meeting are posted on the district website and are available for public viewing.

The next meeting scheduled for the Board of School Trustees is Nov. 10, 2026. School board meetings are conducted from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the TCSC Board Room at the Administrative Offices and are open to the public.

Blue Future Awards

TES Principal Brian Johnson and Assistant Principal Sara Wiggington recognized THS student Caroline Pittman for demonstrating leadership, sound judgment, and timely communication with trusted adults to help ensure student safety.

TMS Principal John Ayars recognized the middle school Cross Country Team: Coach Sam Phillips, Alina Aguilera, George Atkisson, Brody Fakes, Landon Gillam, Adam Leeson, Sophia Leyva, August Short, and Carlee Short for being a small but mighty team whose season reflected both team and individual successes. Ayars also recognized the middle school’s 7th Grade Volleyball Coach/Team: Coach Nikki Morgan/Coach Rob Hawkins, Makinley Coonce, Arden Dunn, PJ Flint, Trionna Henry, Harley Huff, Layla Maus, Addy Pearce, Genevieve Pearson, Jordynn Penly, Hallee Whitehead, and Lilah Tragesser. Their strong team culture netted a great season of success including capturing the MIC championship.

THS Principal Craig Leach recognized all members of the Student Council and the organization’s sponsor Nicole Clifford: Kennedy Lancaster, Hadlee Napier, Francie Condict, Quinn Smith, and Braxton Carpenter. Senior Class Representatives: RJ Katter, Isla Woelfert, Emilie Mumbower, Mylee Granson, Ava Higgenbotham, Darci Dunn, and Olivia Henderson. Junior Class Representatives: Parker Capshaw, Sophia Tebbe, Claire Cloud, Lucy Roach, Logan Lightfoot, Jacoby DeFoe, Kendall Coe, and Oliver Stewart. Sophomore Class Representatives: Lincoln Rodibaugh, Milly Wall, Jameson Butler, Rylee Maddox, Raleigh Conaway. Freshmen Class Representatives: Bryleigh Bales, Cami Condict, Kortney Fernung, Wyatt Gates, Clare Meyncke, Olivia Ogden, Caroline Rodibaugh, and Monroe Stewart.

Leach also recognized students who attended the Herff Jones Leadership Summit in Indianapolis for their creative energy, competitiveness, and representing Tipton well: Francie Condict, Logan Lightfoot, Lincoln Rodibaugh, Dean Biedermann, Clare Meyncke, Monroe Stewart, Caroline Rodibaugh, Cami Condict, Oliver Stewart, and Parker Capshaw.

Superintendent Report

Scott Jaworski reported that he, along with three Board members and Dr. Glaze attended this year’s ISBA/IASP conference and gained a lot from being able to attend. He also gave another shout out to Kim Fague for receiving the ISBA District V Outstanding Board Member Award. He also spoke about the upcoming operating referendum, encouraging community members to seek factual information, ask questions, and participate in the voting process. Jaworski emphasized that the referendum was never intended to create division, but rather to address the district’s financial challenges through an open community conversation. He thanked residents for their continued support and reiterated the district’s commitment to transparency, accessibility, and serving students regardless of the referendum outcome.

New Business

2027 Budget, Capital Projects Plan, and Bus Replacement Plan Approve

Following a budget work session and public hearing held in September, the Board formally approved the district’s 2027 Budget, Capital Projects Plan, and Bus Replacement Plan. The adopted documents will be submitted to the Indiana Department of Local Government Finance as required.

School Resource Officer Agreement Approved

The Board approved the 2026-27 School Resource Officer (SRO) Memorandum of Understanding between Tipton Community School Corporation, the City of Tipton, and the Tipton Police Department. The updated agreement includes revisions related to SRO selection, billing and reimbursement, training requirements, scheduling flexibility, and professional development expenses, while maintaining TCSC’s commitment to fund 71 percent of the assigned SRO’s compensation.

Key Holder/Operations Leader Position Approved

The Board approved the creation of a Key Holder/Operations Leader position for the elementary and middle school cafeteria. The new role replaces the Assistant Kitchen Manager position, providing operational support and leadership coverage at a lower cost while maintaining efficient food service operations.

First Reading of Fall Policy Updates

The Board conducted a first reading of proposed policy updates addressing wireless device use in work-based learning, state assessment security, commercial driver reporting requirements, debt management, and school wellness guidelines. No action was taken; the policies will return next month for a second reading and consideration of approval.

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