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SCHOOLS
Plattsburg schools fall behind on MAP tests by brett adkison leader editor
For the second-consecutive year, MAP testing results for the Clinton County R-III School District in Plattsburg show the school lagging deeply behind the rest of the KCI Conference and other area schools.
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Goodin leaving for position in Kearney
However, Clinton County R-III Superintendent Dr. Sandy Steggall views the Missouri Assessment Program as an outdated and insufficient method for measuring the current educational progress of the modern student. “It’s a small piece of the puzzle but most definitely not one we
should spend a large amount of time focusing on,” said Dr. Steggall of the MAP. “Our regular formative assessments are done in the classroom, which leads to the development of increased reading levels and comprehension, (and) is what we have frequent conversations about in our district.
“As students get older, it is critical that we create authentic learning experiences for them that will help develop the skills they will need to competitively compete in the ever-changing workforce. The authentic learning experiences we are starting to provide at CCR||Continued on A2
SPORTS
TIGERS ROAR
INSIDE one section | 16 pages
KCI Conference Champions The Lathrop Lady Mules wrestling team battled their way to a KCI Conference title last week at the meet in Plattsburg. || PAGE A7
Sheriff ’s Report Get a comprehensive look at what went on in law enforcement the previous week throughout Clinton County. || PAGE A3
by brett adkison leader editor
The Lathrop R-II School District will be looking for a new middle school principal ahead of next school year. Current Lathrop Middle School Principal John Goodin has announced that he will be taking the Kearney Junior High principal’s position for the 2023-2024 school year. He replaces outgoing Kearney principal Mike Hoffman, who is retiring after nearly 30 years with the school district in Clay County. “My time in Lathrop has been truly amazing,” Goodin said. “I have loved every moment and have built relationships that will last a lifetime. I will miss the wonderful students, dedicated teachers, supportive administrators, and the amazing community members. This community and district have been nothing but supportive since my arrival in 2019, and I am incredibly grateful for all the opportunities they have given me.” Goodin first joined the ||Continued on A2
Dye sounds off on 8-man move Leader reporter and former Tiger Clint Dye on the football team’s move to eight-man. || PAGE A8
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It was a Plattsburg sweep on Friday, January 27, as both the Tigers and Lady Tigers defeated KIPP Legacy at PHS. For the boys, it was their 20th win on the undefeated season, cementing their #1 ranking in Missouri Class 2, while it was the fourth win in six games for the Lady Tigers. For more on sports this week, including action from the Hamilton Basketball Tournament and a KCI Conference championship by the Lathrop Lady Mules wrestling team, turn to page A7 of this edition (Above) Plattsburg basketball players Caidyn Bentz and Rylan Langton. brett adkison | the clinton county leader
EAST BUCHANAN SCHOOLS
District to consider future of EBMS building by jim bonebrake leader editor
At the last East Buchanan Board of Education meeting held Monday, January 23, the board discussed several topics and adopted the district’s calendar for the 2023-2024 school year. The newly-adopted calendar can be found on the school website. According to Superintendent
Dr. John Newell, the calendar for next year is very similar to the current year. Dr. Newell stated that the second semester is longer than the first, but qualified this statement with the reasoning that, with the exception of the elementary, the staff members at the middle and high school do not like finishing a semester after the Christmas break.
The district also listened to a presentation by Mr. Adam Lewis, who, in collaboration with East Buchanan alum Rob Sutton, has come up with a new Bulldog logo. Lewis gave a short presentation regarding this new logo and explained the pros and cons. Lewis said there are so many different Bulldog logos used in sports, there is not one distinctly representing
East Buchanan. The logo Lewis presented to the board is one of a kind and could be trademarked if the district desires. No decision was made related to a new logo, with the exception of continuing to explore this topic. The new logo discussion preceded the update related to the district’s ongoing long-range fa||Continued on A6
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