Along with the presentation from the Ad Hoc Committee, Superintendent John Henriksen presented updated demographic data to the Mount Pleasant Community School District Board of Education during the work session Monday night, offering a long-term look at enrollment trends and what they could mean for the district’s future.
The data shows Mount Pleasant schools are experiencing declining enrollment, a trend consistent with broader regional and statewide patterns. The presentation included historical enrollment figures, birth rate data, and future projections, all pointing to continued gradual decreases in student numbers over the coming years
Henriksen emphasized that demographic trends are an important planning tool, particularly as the district considers future facility needs. Fewer students can impact how buildings are utilized, staffing levels, and how resources are distributed across the district.
The superintendent also noted that enrollment shifts do not happen evenly across all grade levels, which can create space and capacity challenges in some buildings while leaving unused space in others
Board members discussed how the demographic data fits into ongoing conversations about long-term planning. Henriksen stressed that the information is meant to guide thoughtful decision-making, not predict specific outcomes, as the district works to ensure it can meet the needs of students both now and in the future.
Click here for the full report from the Ad Hoc Facilities Committee for Mount Pleasant Community School District.