Triton School Board Accepts Generous Memorial Donation for Scholarships

Posted on Author Anita Goodan

The Triton School Board graciously accepted a healthy memorial donation for student scholarships during their meeting Monday night.

Superintendent Donna Burroughs said the donation came from Compton trust in memory of two life-long Triton supporters.

“This scholarship donation was in the amount of $188,611. I think that’s just awesome that they want to support the school. The interest will be given away each year in the form of scholarships for kids who are planning to pursue the study of some trade,” said Burroughs.

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Triton School Board to Move Forward with Building Projects

Posted on Author Anita Goodan

The Triton Community School Board held a public hearing concerning a few projects planned that will be under construction in 2018.

Superintendent Donna Burroughs said a new HVAC system will be installed at the elementary school as part of this project.

“We’re looking at replacing the heating and cooling system at the elementary school,” said Burroughs. “It’s over 25 years old now and not working properly and it’s hard to get parts. The elementary project will be about $800,000 or a little more.” Continue reading →

Triton School Board to Hold Public Hearing on Building Project

Posted on Author Anita Goodan

The Triton School Board has scheduled a public hearing for tonight to hear comments on the proposed building project set to begin in 2018.

Superintendent Donna Burroughs previously told MAX 98.3 FM News that bonds will be issued to build a new high school gym, replace the roof at the high school and purchase a new heating and cooling system at the elementary school.

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Triton School Board to Further Discuss Building Project

Posted on Author Anita Goodan

The Triton School Board will hold a work session tonight to discuss a proposed building project, a sponsorship agreement and the administrative handbook.

Superintendent Donna Burroughs explained that a facility study showed that a new heating and cooling system is needed at the elementary school and the roof needs replaced at the high school. A new gym was listed as part of that facility study. The proposed cost of the project is $4 million.

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Triton School Board Accepts Vehicle Donation, Discusses Building Projects

Posted on Author Anita Goodan

Horsepower has sweetened the deal for Triton High school students to attend classes this year.

Superintendent Donna Burroughs said the school board accepted a donation Monday night as part of this year’s perfect attendance prize.

“We accepted an automobile gift from a local automotive dealer who has given us a car to give away to a high school student who has perfect attendance,” announced Burroughs. “That will be given away at the end of the school year, right before they do finals.”

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Triton School Board Discusses Additional Preschool Program, Combining Services

Posted on Author Lenny Dessauer

The Triton School Board learned this week that two students wish to start a peer helper program as a service project. The board appreciated the presentation and were proud of the leadership initiative, according to Superintendent Donna Burroughs.

Burroughs told MAX 98.3 FM News that the board is considering the addition of a preschool program next school year. The program would be shared with the other schools who participate in the special education program.

Burroughs also commented that the board will be looking to share services with other corporations to help with the lack of funding. The Corporation hosted a presentation on the lack of funding for schools late last year. She stated in a previous interview that the biggest catalyst in the lack of funding is the state takeover of the General Fund, which pays salaries, insurance, and operating costs. Burroughs said the Triton School Corporation is receiving $1.7 million less than it did ten years ago.

No decisions were made at this week’s meeting.

Triton School Board Adopts Balanced Calendar

Posted on Author Lenny Dessauer

The Triton School Board approved the 2015-2016 school calendar when they met on Monday night.

Superintendent Donna Burroughs said the school board opted to go with a balanced calendar to keep in line with surrounding school corporations.

“It’s only about a week difference from what we’ve had in past years, so it’s not like it’s a whole new creation. We’re just starting one week earlier. With the importance they place on testing, we feel like that gives us an extra to week to work with the kids,” stated Burroughs.

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