Stay updated with breaking news from Bailey chyma. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
[email protected] STC Middle School Principal, Ben Adams, shares updates on 5th-8th grade plans for the 2021-22 school year with the board at a meeting Monday evening. Also pictured is school board member Ron Houghton (right) and Anne Kuhter (left).Allison Graham/News Chronicle As things stand now, the South Tama Middle School will be up and running for the 2021-22 school year. The building had sustained roof damage and water intrusion due to the derecho. The school board heard constructions updates and the plan for 5th – 8th grade from Steve McAdoo and Middle School Principal Ben Adams at a regular board meeting Monday evening. ....
Photo by Ken Wolter / Shutterstock.com The sale of school property and a potential new business is on the horizon for South Tama Schools and the City of Tama. A proposal to purchase the lot at 806 State Street for $50,000 has been received from National Retail Development, LLC, a Chicago-based developer. School board president, Penny Tyynismaa indicated during Monday’s regular school board meeting that, pending the sale, the intended use of the lot would be to construct a new Family Dollar retail store. Following a brief discussion, the board voted 5-0 to set a public hearing on Monday, Feb 1 for the sale of the school property. The hearing will provide an opportunity for community members to express their approval or displeasure in the property sale. ....