The USD 346 School Board met on Monday, Oct. 10, and began their meeting with the approval of the agenda, the minutes of the last meeting, the financial report, and the payment of bills and payroll.
Superintendent Shawn Thomas reported that the audit with Diehl, Banwart and Bolton went well and the auditor stated he expected no problems.
Nikki Traul reported on Successful Practices highlighting the need to follow those students who need help in elementary into junior high. Traul stated they are reviewing data history in order to better serve current and upcoming students.
Elementary principal Mark Proffitt reported they are currently working on a project with the Mound City Library.
Junior high and high school principal Bob Beckham reported they are trying something different with parent teacher conferences and he has teachers reaching out specifically to students who may be struggling in their classes and inviting them over.
Thomas reported on enrollment numbers noting that enrollment is up and pointed out that the district currently has 60 7th grade students enrolled.
Thomas then told the board that the district had received two bronze stars from the Kansans Can STARS program, as well as, a Commissioners Award for exceeding expectations. He went on to explain that the program looks at data and then assigns a percentage to the district of the number of students they believe will go on to college based on the data and the district had exceeded that expectation.
Thomas then reported that a crew had been in to look at the auditorium and they will be submitting a three-tiered bid on the work needed there. Crews are coming soon to look at the track as well
Thomas then told the board that part of the new legislation requires the district to have specific verbiage regarding part time students and KASB has provided the verbiage they recommend.
Thomas went on to state that the verbiage basically applies to home school students who want to attend Jayhawk for an art or music class. The board passed a motion to insert the verbiage as provided by KASB on a unanimous vote.
Thomas then asked the board to consider raising rates of pay for substitutes not only teachers, but classified staff as well, drivers in particular, so that the district can stay competitive. The matter is to be revisited at the November meeting.
MEETINGS
LINN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Monday, October 23, 2023

The Linn County Commissioners met in regular session on Monday, Oct. 23, and began their weekly meeting with the approval of the minutes of the last meeting followed by the approval of claims in the amount of $272,818.97. Linn County Rural Fire Chief Randy Hegwald presented... [More]
LA CYGNE CITY COUNCIL - Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Among actions at the regular La Cygne council meeting last Wednesday, Oct. 18, was a split vote in which the city accepts a draft agreement for title search and warranty deed preparation of seven lots at 402 S. Broadway in exchange for absorbing a $16,400 house demolition bill.... [More]
LINN VALLEY CITY COUNCIL - Monday, October 23, 2023

The Linn Valley City Council held its bi-monthly meeting at 7:00 PM on Monday, October 23, 2023, with Mayor Cindy Smith presiding and all council members present. Following approval of the October 9th and October 14th meeting minutes, Mayor Smith opened the floor... [More]
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- USD 362 SCHOOL BOARD - Tuesday, October 17, 2023
- LINN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Monday, October 2, 2023
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- BLUE MOUND CITY COUNCIL - Monday, October 2, 2023
- LINN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS - Monday, August 28, 2023
- LINN VALLEY CITY COUNCIL - Monday, August 28, 2023
- USD 344 SCHOOL BOARD - Monday, August 14, 2023
- USD 346 SCHOOL BOARD - Monday, August 14, 2023
NEWS
SPECIAL: Benefits question an issue for county employees

A poll sent to Linn County employees mid-week asking which benefit they would prefer to lose has created a spark of animosity among those who received it. One person anonymously shared it to a Mound City-oriented Facebook page as a screen shot along with their comments highlighting... [More]
Commissioners discuss various budgets

SEKMHC in mix At the end of a meeting attended by two of the three commissioners, a discussion was held regarding several of the proposed budgets for next year. Commissioners Alison Hamilton and Jim Johnson first discussed the proposed budget for Southeast Kansas Mental Health.... [More]
City learns of fire gear condition

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SPORTS
Nobodys wins Blue Mound co-ed softball tournament

The team called Nobodys wins the Blue Mound 4th of July co-ed softball tournament on July 5. This year the tournament consisted of eight teams. The Nobodys is Keith Morrell’s team and has been a part of the softball tournament since it started three years ago.
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