The Knox School Board will keep the same leadership for another year. Last week, board members reelected Board President Kirk Bennett, Vice-President Wendy McIntire, and Secretary Mary Lynn Ritchie.
Continue readingQuestions Remain About Number of Knox School Fundraisers
The number of planned fundraisers once again drew some questions during Monday’s Knox School Board meeting. When the list of this year’s fundraisers was presented for the board’s approval, Board Member Gary Dulin said he had some questions about where the money is going.
Continue readingKnox School Board Extends Superintendent’s Contract
The Knox School Board has finalized a contract extension and pay raise for Superintendent Dr. William Reichhart.
Continue readingKnox Park Board Member Previews Summer Events, Discusses Park Projects
A car and bike show, outdoor concerts, and movies are just some of the events planned for this summer at Wythogan Park. The Knox School Board got an update last week from board member Gary Dulin, who serves as the school board’s representative on the Knox Park Board.
Continue readingIndianaUnclaimed.gov Search Turns Up Almost $2,400 for Knox Community Schools
The Knox Community School Corporation is getting almost $2,400, after school officials stumbled upon some unclaimed property.
Continue readingKenneth Kemble Remembered during Knox School Board Meeting
The Knox School Board took a few moments this week to remember a longtime teacher and coach. Kenneth Kemble passed away Monday at the age of 75.
Continue readingKnox School Board Elects New President for 2019
Three recently-reelected Knox School Board members were sworn in for another term Tuesday.
Continue readingKnox Park Board Addresses Officer Elections and Appointments
Knox Park Board members addressed yearly appointments and the election of officers when they met Thursday night.
Mayor Dennis Estok re-appointed John Fletcher to the board and informed members that he is still seeking someone for his new appointment. Mayor Estok also re-appointed George Byer as Park Superintendent, with unanimous board approval. Continue reading
Superintendent Search Continues at Knox Community Schools
The first round of interviews was scheduled this week in the search for a new Knox Community School Superintendent. Those interviews were conducted in executive session meetings.
City of Knox to Refund $200 BZA Fee
The city of Knox will be refunded a $200 fee from the Board of Zoning Appeals for Gary Dulin after the city council this week approved the refund due to a city ordinance that had been overlooked before the fee was charged. Mayor Rick Chambers told the council that Plan Commissioner Bruce Williams had been working with Dulin on Water Street regarding a request from Dulin to keep horses on his land, and charged a $200 BZA fee in order for the matter to be reviewed.
Knox Community School Board Members are Sworn into Office; Board Honors 5th Grade Students
Knox Community School Board members Gary Dulin, Mary Lynn Ritchie and Mike Yankauskas were sworn into office by Knox City Court Judge Charlie Hasnerl on Monday night. The three candidates were reelected into office in the November 2010 General Election.
During the Spotlight on Success portion School Board meeting, the Board commended 5th grade students, Haley Wilkinson and Cheyenne Arrendondo. They submitted Christmas ornaments and a story about their ornaments to Indiana’s First Lady, Cheri Daniels, and their submissions were selected to be hung on the Statehouse Christmas tree. Continue reading
Knox Community School Board Moves Ahead with High School Project
The Knox Community School Board approved two agenda items that involve the Qualified School Construction Bond project at the high school. The project includes rehabilitating the roof, lighting, ceiling and HVAC unit in the pool area and water piping throughout the building.