KAHOKA, Mo. – The Clark County R-1 school board met Thursday, March 13, where community member Jeff Wood expressed concerns about noise from school buses late at night.
Wood, who lives across the street from the district’s bus parking lot on East Commercial Street, cited the loud backup alarms as a disturbance. He had previously addressed the Kahoka City Council about the issue.
The board listened to Wood’s concerns but decided against making changes.
“It’s safer to back them in,” Superintendent Dr. Ritchie Kracht said.
Other Business
— The board approved the OPAA Food Service contract. This is year four of a five-year contract, which must be renewed annually.
“We have been with OPAA for 19 years now,” Kracht said.
— Kracht reported that the district received all “4” ratings in the Clarence Cannon Conference sportsmanship evaluations.
“We’re very pleased. It speaks very well of our coaches, players and fans’ conduct this season,” he said.
— The board approved the lease of short buses. The cost is reimbursed 100%, so there is no expense to the district.
— The board agreed to purchase one of its current short buses for $45,000. The vehicle will be used for small group trips.
— Summer school for elementary and middle school students will run for 20 days, from May 21 to June 18. High school summer school will run from May 27 to June 23.
Closed Session
In a closed session, the board:
— Completed reviews for non-tenured teachers and principals.
— Hired Lana Dougherty as Running Fox secretary, effective next school year.
