School Administration

Ask the Superintendent: Funding Questions

Posted on March 10, 2010 - 5:47am
Does the public school receive funding for students who attend St. George school?

by Chris Neale, Superintendent, Gasconade Co. R-I Schools

At the risk of sounding like a politician, I can tell you quite truthfully "Yes and No." In very broad terms, public school funding is
not dependent on enrollment in any private school. Neither is it affected by home school status. The exceptions to that statement are
aspects of three federally funded programs: Title II, Title IV, and IDEA (or Special Education), which are intended to meet the needs of certain students.

Ask the Superintendent: More On The Bond Issue

Posted on March 2, 2010 - 11:29pm
Superintendent Chris Neale discusses the plans for Hermann High School

by Chris Neale, Superintendent, Gasconade Co. R-I Schools

Ask the Superintendent: The second in a three part series to outline specifics for each campus - Middle School

Posted on February 24, 2010 - 5:59am
"What improvements will be made to the middle school campus with bond proceeds?"

by Chris Neale, Superintendent

"What improvements will be made to the middle school campus with bond proceeds?"

Hermann Middle School was opened about 1970, predating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. As with the plans for Hermann Elementary, we intend to bring this building into greater compliance with ADA accessibility standards. We also intend to solve a number of space/program issues.

Chip Stutzman To Take Over Middle School Principal This Summer

Posted on February 17, 2010 - 11:16am
A former head coach for the high school football team, Stutzman has spent 10 year in the district with this year as the dual role of assistant high school principal and A+ coordinator.

by Jessica Nelson

Becoming a principal has always been a goal of Chip Stutzman's, but becoming a principal in Hermann was even better. A former head coach for the high school football team, Stutzman has spent 10 year in the district with this year as the dual role of assistant high school principal and A+ coordinator.

“I saw it as an opportunity to move up, to become the leader of a building,” said Stutzman. “I can take my experience in education and pass it onto others.”

Ask the Superintendent: Every kid, Every day, No excuses

Posted on February 17, 2010 - 8:36am
More details on the bond issue are the main topic of this week's letter

by Chris Neale, Superintendent, Gasconade Co. R-I Schools

Last week I gave an overview of the facilities improvements related to the proposed bond issue. This is the first in a three part series to outline specifics for each campus.

"What improvements will be made to the elementary school with bond proceeds?"

Westminster Names New Dean Of Student Life

Posted on February 16, 2010 - 3:23pm

Westminster President Dr. George B. Forsythe announced the selection of Christina Barnett Rajmaira today as the new Vice President and Dean of Student Life at Westminster College.

"While we had many excellent candidates for this position, we were particularly impressed with Tina's depth of experience in student development, including Greek life, leadership development, student activities, diversity/multicultural programs, international programs, risk management and crisis response," said President Forsythe. "We welcome her to our leadership team."

Budget Main Focus Of School Board Meeting

Posted on February 16, 2010 - 1:44pm
A decrease in revenue may lead to some cuts

by Jessica Nelson

Focus fell on the upcoming 2010-2011 school budget at Monday night's Hermann School Board meeting. Superintendent Chris Neale presented preliminary figures to the board and said that if the numbers hold true, the district would see a decrease in revenues and may need to prepare for cuts.

“We need to make sure we get the right people in the right jobs,” said Neale. “We have lived within our means and don't have to cut $5.6 million like Columbia is or 75 jobs like Fulton and they're just about twice our size.”

UPDATE: Doerhoff Named Interim Superintendent at Chamois

Posted on February 4, 2010 - 10:52am
The Osage County R-1 School District in Chamois named Sid Doerhoff the district's interim superintendent on January 28. Doerhoff had previously worked in the St. Elizabeth Public Schools for 31 years, serving as their superintendent for the last nine. He currently teaches a night class at William Woods University in Jefferson City along with a part-time position as a salary consultant with the Missouri State Teachers Association.

by Jessica Nelson

The Osage County R-1 School District in Chamois named Sid Doerhoff the district's interim superintendent on January 28. Doerhoff had previously worked in the St. Elizabeth Public Schools for 31 years, serving as their superintendent for the last nine. He currently teaches a night class at William Woods University in Jefferson City along with a part-time position as a salary consultant with the Missouri State Teachers Association.

Two incumbents, two newcomers file for school board seats

Posted on December 23, 2009 - 10:54am
There are two open seats on the Gasconade R-1 Board.

Current Gasconade R-1 School Board President Mike Pratte, as well as current member Todd Witthaus, have filed for re-election to the school board.

Sherry Englert, a former district educator, has filed for the first time.

Hermann Area District Hospital lab director Curtis Thomas will also run for the first time.
The four candidates are vying for two open seats on the board, each of which is a three-year term.

Dorothy Heying featured on KSDK-5 newscast

Posted on December 15, 2009 - 9:32am

Educator of 50 years Dorothy Heying was featured on KSDK Newschannel 5 on Monday night, just more than a week after her 100th birthday.

To view the story or read the text version, click here.

 

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