Test scores look good at BBPS

- The Broken Bow School Board reviewed MAP (Measures of Academic Progress) student testing at Monday evening’s meeting. “These are the best MAPs scores we’ve had in five years for the district,” Superintendent Darren Tobey said. Students are tested in math, language arts/English, reading and science. Tobey noted that many of the scores are at or above pre-pandemic levels.

The board also discussed the future of Broken Bow facilities as follow-up to six community meetings which gathered community input. Board member JB Atkins said it was suggested that the board do more tours of the high school and middle school. “So they can see what we’re talking about,” he added.

The board also discussed options for a bond, ranging from one issue on the ballot to possibly up to three, reflecting the areas of most need which are academic classrooms, fine arts and athletics.

The questions of whether or not a bond could be ready for a November ballot was also discussed. A work session has been scheduled for June 29 at 6 p.m. to discuss facilities.

The board approved $82,093 for purchase of kitchen appliances and fixtures including a hot food Serving Counter, stainless steel work tables, sneeze guards, cold food serving counter and convection steamer. Tobey said if the school is renovated or rebuilt, these items will be used.

School lunch prices will increase 10 cents this fall. The elementary student lunch price will increase from $3.25 to $3.35; middle and high school lunch prices will increase from $3.35 to $3.45. The recommended increase from the lunch provider was 20 cents.