In 1838, a trustee system was created to administer a counties program. Unlike many counties, Porter Counties seminary fund was a little over $2,000 in 1849. Porter County opened its seminary in 1851 with 120 students.
In 1838, a trust administration system was set up for managing county programs. Unlike other counties, Porter County's educational foundation had approximately $2,000 by 1849. The county then opened its educational institution in 1851, enrolling 120 students.