St. James Schools Athletic Director Greg Harlan spoke to the St. James Board of Education during a meeting on May 16, reviewing the numbers of students involved in sports this year and recommending fees for outside entities renting school facilities. In his proposal, he suggested a range of fees depending on what facilities could be rented by non-school affiliated organizations.
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School board hears budget assumptions for upcoming year
During a recent St. James School Board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Merlyn Johnson discussed his budget assumptions for the 2019-20 school year, based on the information being provided by the state. He noted district will face a tighter budget next year due to the rising cost of health insurance, cuts to Title money, and increases to the salary schedule.
Memorial Day ceremony will honor new names added to veterans memorial
A Memorial Day ceremony will be held on Monday to recognize new names being added to the veterans memorial in front of the John F. Hodge High School. Organizer Bob Smith has spent the past two months selling new bricks and promoting the addition of names of local veterans to the monument, with over 40 being added.
Tiger Shark Waterpark opening Friday
The Tiger Shark Waterpark will open for the summer this Friday. The pool is filled, the concession stand is stocked, and park staff is ready for another fun year of swimming. Season passes are on sale now for families wanting a deal on using the pool all summer long.
Seniors earn $673,802 in scholarships
The class of 2019 was recognized during an awards ceremony on Wednesday, May 15 with awards, honors, and the presentation of local scholarships. This year, the class earned $248,865 in private, military, A+, and other scholarships, with $679,302 possible over the next four years.