BLAIR, NEBRASKA (2024 September 18, Wednesday)Don Harrold, Writer / Editor with Aimee Cothranblairtoday@mail.com – Facebook The Blair Community Schools Board of Education held their monthly meeting on September 16, 2024, addressing several key issues including budget approval, curriculum updates, and facility improvements. Budget Highlights: $2 million increase in the general fund $1,500 base pay raise for teachers…
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Key Decisions and Updates from Blair School Board Meeting on July 10, 2023
On Monday, July 10, 2023, the Blair School Board conducted a significant meeting addressing various topics related to the local education system. The meeting encompassed discussions on student fees, handbook approvals, facility upgrades, financial matters, and policy revisions. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the meeting, highlighting important details and potential implications for the…
Innovations and Financial Boosts Mark Blair School Board Meeting
The Blair School Board meeting held on June 12, 2023, was packed with significant announcements and decisions that will shape the future of education in our community. The meeting covered a range of topics, including revisions to the school handbook, updates on construction projects, property purchases, potential renovations, financial matters, and academic developments. Here’s a…
School Board Notes for April 10, 2023
At the Blair, Nebraska school board meeting held on April 10, 2023, a number of noteworthy updates and decisions were made, showcasing the community’s support and dedication to the local education system. Various generous donations were accepted at the meeting, including a $3,000 Cargill Grant for a GaGa ball pit at Deerfield Elementary School. This…
What If It Happened Here?
This story was harder than I thought it would be to write. When I first had the idea, I figured it would be a no-brainer: School violence, guns, and the conversation on every channel in America, seemed like an appropriate (and necessary) conversation to have. So, I set out to ask school board members in…
Courtney Tabor for School Board, “I would stick with parent choice.”
2022 February 14, MondayDon Collins Courtney Tabor is a candidate for school board in Blair, Nebraska. This interview highlights why she is on the ticket, what she believes, and, why you should vote for her. It’s a compelling interview with a strong woman who is determined to honor the parents and children of Blair, Nebraska….
Vote Them Out
BlairToday.com Staff Opinion2021 September 28, Tuesday The Blair school board held an “emergency meeting,” last night. The meeting was to discuss changes to the school system’s “Covid” policies. Specifically, there was a focus on “masks.” The meeting was announced last week with the stipulation: No public comments. Further, any changes to policy “(would) be based…
Aimee Cothran for School Board in Blair, Nebraska: “I would vote for parent choice!”
BlairToday.com Staff2021 August 5, Thursday Aimee Cothran speaks clearly about what she believes. And, what she believes is, it’s time for change on the Blair, Nebraska School Board. This is our first interview with her – or any candidate – for the three positions at stake in the 2022 election. (Note: We do not endorse…