Nodaway County school board notes

By Phil Cobb | November 24, 2023 |

2020 In the News

Nodaway-Holt R-VII
GRAHAM, Mo. — The following are notes from the minutes of the regular meeting of the Nodaway-Holt R-VII Board of Education held on Nov. 15:

The board authorized Superintendent Mike Hollingsworth to solicit bids for football field improvements “with leniency under $50,000.”
The board approved the filing dates for candidates to run for school board. The filing period for the April election will open on Dec. 5 at 8 a.m. and close on Dec. 26 at 5 p.m.
The board accepted the resignation of Emily Hummer, K-12 nurse, effective Dec. 31.

Jefferson C-123
CONCEPTION JCT., Mo. — The following are notes from the regular meeting of the Jefferson C-123 Board of Education on Nov. 15:

Superintendent Tim Jermain reported on the school’s second round of lead testing, which showed lower lead results through a flush test than the initial testing. It was recommended to replace or remove the units, place permanent “Non-Potable, Hand Washing Only” signs or install filters. A sediment filter is installed in-line with the water main.
The board reviewed renewal agreement with Missouri United Insurance Council, the district’s liability insurance provider, which includes a rate increase of $8,152 for 2024.
The board approved a motion to sign a three-year audit contract with Conrad and Higgins, of Chillicothe.
The board nominated Ethan Holtman as the Missouri School Boards’ Association’s Belcher Scholarship applicant that comes with a $250 local scholarship provided by the district.

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