but quite honestly, the position that we’re being put in, anything will be on the table,” Burns acknowledges. Despite these challenges, the district maintains its student-first philosophy. “While I say that, we will continue to monitor what is best for kids and programs and graduation changes and pathways, and we still want to offer the absolute best for everyone and we’ll continue to do so.” As Decatur County Community Schools confronts an uncertain financial future, its track record of innovation and community partnership positions it to weather the storm while maintaining the excellence that has defined its reputation across rural Indiana. PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n Aidex Educational Systems - Education & Training Technology www.aidex.com Aidex Educational Systems equips schools and communities with industry-aligned training tools that prepare students for tomorrow’s workforce. With a focus on innovation, handson learning, and strategic partnerships, Aidex bridges education and industry—fueling local economies, advancing skilled trades, and empowering the next generation of technicians, builders, and problem-solvers. 254 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 08
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