Runners turn out to remember Justin Johnston
Last Saturday was exactly one year to the day that the death of Justin Johnston shook the community of McLouth and his family. But his father John had hundreds of reasons to smile.
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School enrollment numbers continue to decline
USD 343 takes biggest hit; Valley Falls has gain of one by Dennis Sharkey Jefferson County school enrollment overall is still in a decline and has become a trend. The greatest disparity is in the Perry-Lecompton USD 343 where they are down 69 students from last year. Superintendent Dr. Denis Yoder said the district has [...]
McLouth teacher decides to retire mid year
by Dennis Sharkey McLouth USD 342 is now on the search for a new social studies teacher for 7-9 grades. Teacher Garon Gardner submitted his resignation effective at the end of the semester last week and it was accepted by the board after a brief closed session last week according to Superintendent Steve Splichal. Splichal [...]
School budgets crunched, taxes on the rise
If residents of eastern Jefferson County are looking for a sign of economic recovery they’re going to be disappointed when they open their next tax bill.
McLouth school board making moves for 2011-12 school year
McLouth USD 342 is in a period of transition but decisions about next year are being made fast.
Area school boards take teacher cuts off the table despite slow economy
Although the economic situation hasn’t improved much locally, area school boards are less willing to make drastic cuts this time around.
Parent still looking for answers from McLouth School Board
A parent of a child who was allegedly attacked while at McLouth Elementary School is still looking for answers from the district.
Batman resigns from McLouth Elementary
McLouth USD 342 will start next school year without Elementary Principal Butch Batman.
County school districts look at each other for cost sharing ideas
As the county’s six school districts continue to seek ways to tighten their budgets without affecting students, they’re increasing looking to each other for ideas.
McLouth USD 342 hires new superintendent
by Dennis Sharkey McLouth USD 342 officially has a new man at the top. Steve Splichal, current assistant superintendent for Hiawatha USD 415, officially signed a two-year contract last week. Board members approved his contract at a special meeting Tuesday, Feb. 8. The contract will pay Splichal an annual salary of $97,000. The contract also [...]