Council Bluffs Schools--Abraham Lincoln High School Hall of Fame
C.B. Schools--Abraham Lincoln High School Hall of Fame
Three named as first hall of famers at A.L. March 31, 1985 Peterson, Pusey, Jensen are A.L. hall of famers. April 3, 1985 Abbott, Meyerson, Tinley newest A.L. hall members . March 12, 1986 Abraham Lincoln honors alumni. March 18, 1988 A.L. adding four to Hall of Fame. March 26, 1991
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C.B. Schools--Adult Education See also: Adult Education--General 2
Adult education breaks record. January 18, 1985
Council Bluffs Schools Alternative Learning Center
C.B. Schools--Alternative Learning Center 321 Sixteenth Ave. 197 (and after) See: Kanesville High School
ALC: An Option For Drop-Outs; New School Has Waiting List. March 22, 1975 Bars On Windows To Keep Thugs Out. May 14, 1975 Woes for teen mother; Learning center gives help. October 2, 1977 'Cats' use shirts to show pride. December 2, 1977 Alternative school wins high evaluation marks. Mary 24, 1978 Special instruction grads make most of second chance. July 2, 1980 Alternative kept her in school. October 1, 1985 The music alternative: Radio station KALC. January 13, 1979 Entire ALC staff named for quality of teamwork; Teachers of the week. January 15, 1979 New furniture for Bluffs ALC. March 31, 1979 Students get individual help; At Alternative Learning Center. October 28, 1979 Dropouts have alternatives. April 13, 1980 'Third high school' serves special needs. June 20, 1983
Led Charge With Hole Through Body - Col. Kinsman, Pioneer, Was One Of Most Valorous Civil War Warriors - Monument For Him May 29, 1927 Col. W.H. Kinsman And Monument Erected In His Memory July 26, 1936 Kinsman Monument Is Public Tribute To Officer Who Died Leading Troops July 26, 1936 Bluffs Hero 'Brought Home' 38 Years After Civil War Death - Col. Kinsman Led Iowans In Assaults That Assured Vicksburg Siege- September 3, 1961 One War Memorial Could Stand Some 'Sprucing Up' May 29, 1972 Kinsman Monument . . . November 2, 1974 C.B. Monuments Leave Out Three Wars - None For World Wars, Vietnam May 29, 1977 Cleaning Of Tombstones Project Of 'Daughters' November 1, 1981 Kinsman History Traced - From Childhood Interest In Cannons August 17, 1983
C.B. Schools--Bloomer Elementary School Bloomer Junior High School 210 S. 7th
Bloomer school is located at Seventh street and Willow avenue. August 29, 1935 Clock Doesn't Tock. April 8, 1973 Checking The Clock. April 8, 1973 It's Time For New One. August 2, 1975 A Cute Little Man At Bloomer School. August 25, 1974 Maintenance At Bloomer School. December 28, 1974 They'll Walk The U.S.; Students At Bloomer. June 8, 1975 Mini-course like day off from school. March 5, 1977 Career goals is aim of course; Bloomer views working world. December 3, 1977 Bloomer tops AAA patrol test. April 22, 1978 Bloomer has a birthday. April 25, 1980 Mexico boosts interest; In Spanish class. March 22, 1980 Bloomer Centennial Begins. May 5, 1980 Bloomer parents stalled on return of stoplights. January 11, 1983 Bloomer forces lose, but vow to fight on. February 15, 1983 Arson fire at Bloomer causes smoke damage. Jun 23, 1983 Bloomer arsonist's damage studied. June 30, 1983 Safety remains concern in Bloomer school area. October 30, 1983 Crossing 'from child's view'. February 10, 1983 Bloomer students: C.B. is OK with us. May 10, 1985 Writing gives Bloomer pupils learning boost. March 8, 1986 'Mini-University' will offer a variety of career choices. January 3, 1987 'Mini-University' to teach pupils about careers. January 18, 1987 Program to offer after-school care. June 1, 1988 Bloomer will lease church classrooms for kindergartners. May 30, 1989 Board opposes Christie on building repairs. December 6, 1989 Students running experiments on tomato seeds from outer space. April 15, 1990 Construction delays start of classes at Bloomer. August 23, 1991 Tale of 'Mischief' wins Russian honors. May 31, 1991 Bloomer parents protest removal of traffic light. December 21, 1982
Kirn Is President Of Scout Council - Dr. Sternhill Is Elected Treasurer For Year - Finance Work Starts January 10, 1934 In 12th Term October 2, 1934 Kirn Is Head Of Professional Men - The Organization Names M'Call and Beck Also To Offices - Berger New Secretary November 22, 1934 In "Who's Who" February 15, 1935 Seventeenth Year As Abraham Lincoln Principal August 29, 1935 Kirn May Head Iowa Teachers - A.L. Principal Is One Of Two Named At Opening Of Convention - Rival From Mason City October 31, 1935 Kirn Appointed To Adult Life Group - Commission Will Study Vocational Training For IA. Grown-Ups (circa 1935) Receives Honor January 18, 1937 Walnut Plans Commencement - Kirn To Deliver The Address May 6, 1937 President October 7, 1938 Kirn Named President Of Iowa Tutors - McIlrath Honored By Speech Section Of Convention November 10, 1940 To Be Director July 1, 1942 Teachers Are Class Conscious (circa 1946) G.W. Kirn, Superintendent Of Schools: July 30, 1946 Kirn Named As Head Of Local Schools - Board Launches Plan For One Senior High School For The City June 3, 1946 Kirn Renamed On 1 Year Contract - Boos Salary, But Cut Expense Item June 19, 1947 Supt. Kirn Fails To Win Re-Election - Board Votes 4 to 3 Against School Head April 10, 1948 Editorial Cites Kirn Case As "An Error In Education" April 18, 1948 Decision On Kirn Is Due Next Week - Over 500 Pack A.L. To Urge Retention Of Superintendent April 23, 1948 Board Stands Pat On Kirn Decision - New Group Formed To Discuss School Issues April 29, 1948 Kirn Named To Underwriter Post June 2, 1948 Gerald Kirn Named Insurance Manager June 10, 1950 Kirn Named To Head Local Underwriters May 6, 1951 Kirn Elected By Life Underwriters May 24, 1952 Kirn Named To Head UF Drive - Annual Campaign To Be Held This Fall June 27, 1954 Receives Underwriter Diploma October 13, 1954 City Playground Group Picks Kirn - Discusses Issue On Ice Skating Rink January 26, 1955 Gronstal And Kirn To Run For Council - Have Unanimous Support Of Good Government Group September 29, 1955 G.W. Kirn . . . October 31, 1955 G.W. Kirn Has Lucky Twin Buck May 16, 1957 Kirn To Receive Recreation Award June 4, 1957 Kirn Again Heads Playground Group January 29, 1958 Governor Names Kirn And Moehn March 25, 1958 G.W. Kirn To Retire As Agency Manager December 23, 1958 Kirn Re-Elected Chairman Of City Playground Board January 27, 1960 Kirn Acting Postmaster - Appointment On Jensen Request March 22, 1960 Gerald Kirn To Take Over Friday As Acting Postmaster; Succeeds Jensen - May Serve From 6 To 18 Months March 23, 1960 C.B. Changes Postmasters - Kirn Succeeds James C. Jenson March 25, 1960 Kirn Renamed For 7th Term - Postmaster Heads Playground Board February 1, 1961 Mr. Silhouette: April 9, 1961 Kirn Renamed By Playground Group January 17, 1962 Service Citation: March 14, 1962 Gerald Kirn Named President Of YMCA Board Of Directors - 90 Persons At Annual Meet January 25, 1963 Kirn Renamed By Playground Group February 20, 1963 Gerald Kirn And Karen Klok 42nd Monarchs Of Mardi Gras - Donna Ripper and Myra Cohen Ladies-In-Waiting February 26, 1963 Keeping His Mind On The Job . . . February 26, 1963 King And Queen . . . February 26, 1963 No Fussing Or Fretting For King Kirn In Dressing Room - Forgotten Gloves His Only Problem February 26, 1963 Royal Family February 26, 1963 In The Throne Room . . . February 26, 1963 Kirn's 'Empire' Is Built On Foundation Of Youth - New King Of Mardi Gras February 26, 1963 City Recreation Study Planned - Kirn Renamed As Commission Head March 18, 1964 Kirn To Head College Group - Board To Handle C.B. Trust Fund August 11, 1964 Americanism Award Is Given To Gerald Kirn By Jewish Lodge October 14, 1964 Kirn Renamed By Recreation Group February 24, 1965 Salvation Army Plans $90,000 Drive To Erect A New Citadel - Kirn, Spence To Head Campaign May 5, 1965 Three Bluffs Persons Receive Service Awards - At First Annual Luncheon September 17, 1965 Kirn Calls For Pools And Center February 8, 1966 Retirement Not For These C.B. Septuagenarians February 5, 1967 Rename Old A.L. Kirn Junior High - By Unanimous Vote April 26, 1967 Mr. Kirn 'Very Pleased' To Have School Named For Him - Bluffs Educator From 1919 To 1948 April 26, 1967 Kirn Reception May 26, 1968 To Instruct August 18, 1968 Local Educator Gets Award September 6, 1969 Signature On Will October 9, 1969 Veteran Educator, Wife Will Mark Anniversary June 14, 1970 Stand Up And Be Counted - Guest Editorial September 8, 1971 Harris Award Given Kirn April 11, 1975 Birthday Party For Kirn School December 14, 1975 His Namesake Burned - Mr. Kirn Views Ruins October 4, 1976 Kirn Honored October 22, 1976 Mr. Kirn To Get Birthday Party October 5, 1978 Hundreds Honor Mentor, Mr. Kirn October 30, 1978 Connection With Future At Time Capsule Sealing January 27, 1979 Gerald W. Kirn Leaving Bluffs May 21, 1979 Kirn Is Guest For Dedication September 13, 1979 Gerald Kirn Fondly Recalled In Bluffs November 16, 1979 Tribute Paid To Gerald Kirn November 21, 1979 Mrs. Gerald Kirn Dies September 18, 1983
Kiwanis Builds Through Lives Of People It Helps - club Organized Here In 1920 . . . August 1, 1954 Local Kiwanis Clubs To Note 50th Anniversary - Dinner Set Jan. 21 January 17, 1965 Two Kiwanis Lt. Governors To Be Installed January 18, 1966 Kiwanis Club Is Incorporated July 20, 1966 Art Brownlee Is Installed January 8, 1969 Two Billion Is Their Goal - To Provide Bus September 30, 1970 Kiwanis Club Marks Half Century Here October 16, 1970 'Neighborhood Watch' Thrust Aims At Burglary November 13, 1977 Program Helps Cut Burglaries December 22, 1977 Kiwanis Heads September 18, 1978 Third Kiwanis Club To Be Formed In C.B. April 8, 1979 Bluffs Couples Attend Annual Kiwanis Meet July 6, 1979 Kiwanis Travelogue Wednesday September 23, 1979 Kiwanians Get Several Awards December 4, 1979 Downtown Kiwanis Club Notes 60th Anniversary September 9, 1980 Kiwanis Greeting June 19, 1981 Kiwanians To Convene In Bluffs December 4, 1987
Knights of Columbus Council Bluffs, Neola, etc.
K.C. Marks Its 50th Anniversary - Special Program Set At St. Francis December 11, 1955 K of C To Note Diamond Jubilee October 12, 1981
Let's Chat With George Knoke January 8, 1961 George Knoke To Head Chanticleer June 15, 1961 Knoke Put On Full Time Basis - Deputy Attorney To Get $4875 A Year October 4, 1961 George J. Knoke Gets Assignments March 20, 1962 Knoke, Petersen Are Candidates - Seek Attorney, Supervisor Posts March 25, 1962 Davis Names County Staff - Deputies: Walker, Knoke, Churchman December 7, 1962 Knoke To Resign County Position - Will Join Staff Of Atty. Gen. Hultman February 15, 1963 Knoke Joins County Race April 11, 1966 Knoke To Succeed Kraschel November 9, 1966 Juvenile Delinquents To Get 'A Helping Hand' From Knoke - County Attorney-Elect November 13, 1966 County Atty. Knoke Seeks Re-Election April 7, 1968 Knoke Names New Law Clerk June 6, 1968 County Attorney November 3, 1968 Operators May Aid In Checking Trailers - County Attorney Says June 5, 1969 Attorney Finds His 'Escape' - Directs 'See How They Run' January 8, 1970 Knoke To Run For House, Assistant Eyes County Job February 12, 1970 Three Incumbents Defeated In Tuesday Primary Election - Schroeder, Darrington Win June 3, 1970 Voters Should Get Involved October 8, 1970 Legislators Have Their Own Special Lawmaking Interests January 10, 1971 Teen-Agers Working In Drug Fight January 17, 1971 George Knoke Named Chairman January 27, 1971 Pages Like Bachelor February 5, 1971 Don Steege And George Knoke . . . March 19, 1971 Two Outstanding Freshmen April 17, 1971 Knoke Amendment Breaks Jam On State School Aid May 5, 1971 Proposal Would Drop Sales Tax Increase May 5, 1971 Knoke To Crime Code Committee July 20, 1971 Rep. George Knoke To Seek Re-Election April 30, 1972 District 100 November 5, 1972 Knoke Tells Of Candidacy For Assembly Post November 16, 1972 Knoke Wants Bill To Allow Iowa Lottery - Cites Revenue Possibilities November 29, 1972 Top Posts For Knoke And Pellett December 24, 1972 Unified Court Legislation Now Top Priority February 5, 1973 Knoke Suggests Eliminating Gas Tax Refund For Roads February 22, 1973 Last Term January 6, 1974 Knoke Bill For Status Of Men January 15, 1974 Wheeler, Knoke Nominated For Public Defender Post March 6, 1976
Council Bluffs Schools--Board and General File #1
Council Bluffs Schools Board and General File #1 1958-1978 See C.B. Schools--School Board for additional material
$875,000 School Program Outline; Will Be Submitted to City-wide Committee. September 19, 1950 City Needs Fewer But Larger Grade Schools; Hare's Master Plan Points Out. September 14, 1950 Voters to Decide School Bond Plan; Election Date to Be Set by Board Monday. September 22, 1950 Blueprints For New Second Avenue School. September 22, 1950 Petitioners Seek School Bond Vote; Asking Early Action Upon $875,00 Issue. October 5, 1950 Sigh the School Bond Petition. October 7, 1950 School Petitions Appear Over Top; Names Are Expected to Pass 1,000 Mark. October 11, 1950 "It Passed". November 21, 1950 To Start Planning 3 School Projects; First Joint Session Is Set for Wednesday. November 28, 1950 5, 369 Vote In CB; Sets New Record; Special Issues Pass. March 11, 1952 Expect 250 More in Kindergartens; Total New 1,000 Will Crowd Some Facilities. June 26, 1952 School Board Adopts Hare Suggestions; Planning Engineer Recommendations Are Followed. November 16, 1952 Rumor Petition For Another Vote; Want Junior High On West Side. January 16, 1955 School Defects Caused By Soil Conditions; Consulting Engineers From ISC Report. May 6, 1955 A $700,000 School Bond Issue Asked; Distribute Petitions. January 12, 1956 Offers Solutions To Big School Problem; In 65-Page Report, Dr. Rachford. July 19, 1957 139 New School Rooms Needed In 10 Years; As Council Bluffs Continues To Grow. July 21, 1957 SUI Experts Urge $4,350,000 Plan For Schools Here; Three-Stage Building Package. September 13, 1958 West Side Junior High Hub Of 2 School Plans; Could Be Built For $1,100,000. October 3, 1958 C.B. School Building Program Faces Two Major Obstacles; Both Matters Of Public Opinion. November 25, 1958 Board To Ask $1,400,000 For 2 New Schools; Unanimously Backed By Lay Advisers. November 25, 1958 Over Bug Hurdle Board Eyes Sites For New Schools; Bond Issue Winds Easily, 4,626 To 1,567. February 17, 1959 Critical Report By SUI Expert Ignites School Board Meeting; Notes 'Shortcomings" In Bluffs Curriculum. March 13, 1959 Most Teachers To Get $275 More Next Year; School Taxes May Rise 5-1/2 Mills. March 25, 1959 Bond Issue Will Cost School Board $652,861 In Interest; Lowest Bid is 3.29 Per Cent. May 30, 1959 After 100 Years, School Problem Still Unsolved; Building Needs Keep Growing. April 26, 1959 Agree To Lease Area In Church; Basement To House Bennett Students. July 29, 1959 New 'School' Created In Bennett Ave., Area; Four Cottage-Type Classrooms. July 30, 1959 Homey Classroom. July 31, 1959 Little Red Schoolhouse--And Three Others--Open Wednesday; Will Accommodate 150 Pupils. September 14, 1959 School Bond Vote Set For Nov. 20; 1,751 Signatures on Petitions for Election. October 31, 1960 Four School Additions May Cost $1,466,000; Most Critical Problem At Eastside. January 12, 1962 Tentative Junior High School Districts Are Outlined For PTA; Odd Shapes And Sizes. March 7, 1961 School Board Redraws C.B. Junior High Districts; Citizens May Still Object. May 3, 1961 Planners Okay School Additions. September 26, 1962 $165,903 School Contract Let To Jack Peters Firm; For Two Five-Room Additions. October 12, 1962 $900,000 Bond Issue Called Top School Event Here Of '62; By Administrators. December 26, 1962 $3,226,000 Worth Of School Constructions Now Near Completion; At Seven Different Sites. July 28, 1963 Teacher Salaries Here $695 Below U.S. Average. January 5, 1964 [Chart of States, with comparisons of their Total Enrollment, Average Teachers Salary, Total Current Expenditure, and Current Expenditures Per Pupil In Average Daily Attendance]. January 66, 1964 $2 Million A Year Eyed For New Schools In Bluffs; Dr. Rachford Surveys Needs For Next Two Decades. January 20, 1961 Bluffs Schools To Seek Work-Training Program; Under Economic Opportunity Act. December 16, 1964 Over 1,370 Sigh School Petitions; Bond Issue Vote Seen In February. December 23, 1964 School Bond Issue Vote Set For Feb. 15 By Board; Would Finance Building Program. December 31, 1964 Schools Accepting Applications For New Work-Study Program; To Go In Effect Jan. 25. January 6, 1965 C.B. School Program Hinges On Bond Issue Vote Monday; Expect 5,000 To Cast Ballots. February 14, 1965 951 People Cast School Ballots During Forenoon; 11 More than in 1962. February 15, 1965 School Bond Issue Is Easily Passed In C.B.; By 71.2 Per Cent Majority. February 16, 1965 Now, The Hard School Work Begins; The Bond Issue Has Been Approved. February 21, 1965 Revise Plan In Schools. January 12, 1966 School Projects In Bluffs Moving Ahead; Total Cost: $2,053,717. June 12, 1966 School Board Trims Budget By $227,970; 1966-1967 Proposal: $7,451,144. July 22, 1966 To Vote On Two School Board Seats. August 7, 1966 Mayo Is First Candidate For School Board. August 17, 1966 Two More Enter C.B. School Race. August 27, 1966 Sacks Enters Race For C.B. School Board. August 22, 1966 Three More In School Board Race. August 30, 1966 CB School Board Approves Budget; Totals $7,391,144. August 12, 1966 School Bond Vote Is Slated Feb. 14; Board Asks $300,000. January 17, 1967 Officials, Pupils Pleased By 90 Pct. Bond Issue Victory; 'The Best Valentine'. February 15, 1967 C.B Teachers To Get Average Pay Boost Of $700 Next Year; Benton Eyes 1.5 Mill Tax Hike. March 16, 1967 Voters Approved Big School Building Plan; Replacement Units Are Next. May 21, 1967 Eight Men In Bluffs School Race. September 2, 1966 Three To Vie For L.C. Seat. September 2, 1966 Voters easily passed the propositions calling for continuation of a 2-1/2 mill tax levy used for school construction...September 12, 1967 C.B. District Schools Need Better Course Coordination; State Visitation Team Reports. January 9, 1968 Crowding Not A Factor In Schools This Year; Enrollment Up 215. September 9, 1968 Old Pierce Street School Site Is Sold; Board Accepts $41,025 Bid. April 17, 1958 School Board OK's $9,836,260 Budget; Increase Of $776,482. July 3, 1968 School Board Starts New Year In Black; Name Starr, Dagit. July 9, 1968 Vandalism To Schools Costs City Taxpayer Near $10,000. July 28, 1968 C.B. School Voters Will Fill 3 Posts. August 18, 1968 School Board Member On Teacher Negotiations Law. December 9, 1968 Junior High Bond Issue Looms In 1969; In The Halls Of Learning. January 1, 1969 Board Approves Increase In Summer School Fees; Decisions Made On Funding. February 27, 1969 Adopt New Pay Schedules; For Bluffs; Educators. March 5, 1969 Board Sets Policy On Bomb Threats. April 22, 1969 Report Says Schools Short On Open Land. May 18, 1964 Schools Eye Net Increase Of $881,104; Public Hearing July 10. June 18, 1969 Bluffs Teachers May Become Fewer; Still About 30 Vacancies. June 19, 1969 Rural, Urban Area Development Urged; Program 'On TAP'. June 26, 1969 Anderson Named Principal Of T.J.; Five Other Changes. July 2, 1969 School Board Adopts Budget Over Dr. March's Objection. July 9, 1969 School Personnel Get Salary Hikes; Most Over $2,000. July 20, 1969 Schools' Finances 'Good For Now'. October 30, 1969 School Expenditures Would Have A Limit; Under New Bill. February 5, 1970 Teachers Not Happy With New Schedule; Board Adopts 'Living' Increase. February 12, 1970 Community Opinion Sought On High School Dress Code. March 5, 1970 Catholic Schools Ask Bluffs Board For Teachers. April 19, 1970 Top Administrative Salaries Are Set. May 19, 1970 Peters, Van Nostrand Tell Of School Cost Problems. Jun 12, 1970 School Door Open For Catholic Kids; Details To Be Worked Out. Jun 24, 1970 Board Tables Controversial Service Issue. August 12, 1970 Assignments Listed For Council Bluffs Schools; Classes Start On Aug. 27. August 24, 1970 Birth Control Impact Felt In Iowa School Enrollment; In The Halls Of Learning. September 2, 1970 Teacher Group Endorses Three. September 10, 1970 School Board Candidates At Forum; Answer Questions On Drug Use, strikes. September 11, 1970 Parents Object To Visits From Bluffs Teachers. October 4, 1970 Superintendents Discuss School's Legal Position. December 3, 1970 Schools Could Be 'In Trouble'. December 27, 1970 Teacher Salaries Will Cost More; Base Pay Up $200. March 23, 1971 New Teachers' Pay Below Some Cities. March 28, 1971 List Assignments For Bluffs Area Schools. August 19, 1971 Fewer Kids Mean Less Class Crush. September 26, 1971 Four Per Cent Pay Hike Approved For Teachers. March 21, 1972 County School System OKs Raises For Its Employes. April 25, 1972 Committee Picks Name For Course. May 19, 1972 Funding Explanation For Superintendent. July 12, 1972 C.B. School Numbers Down Despite Catholic Transfers. September 17, 1972 Mothers To View Sex Film. September 21, 1972 County School Budget Gets Approval Over Objections. July 25, 1972 Schools Face Fuel Shortage; Classrooms Will Be Chilly. January 10, 1973 County Schools Explain Expenditures; State Audit Prompted By Letters. February 8, 1973 Project Improve Group Recommends Action; Propose Variety Of Alternatives. April 29, 1973 And The Walls Came Tumbling Down. April 29, 1973 Old School Records Shrink In Size, Take Less Space. June 3, 1973 Board Seeks $7,388,000 For Schools; Two Elementary, One Junior High Planned. June 5, 1973 Students Should Get High School Choice. June 19, 1973 School Official Optimistic On Bond Issue Passage; Trend Noted In Other Areas Of State. August 15, 1973 Tax Drops If Bonds Okayed. August 20, 1973 Bond Issue For Schools Set Oct. 9; $7,388,000 Asked. August 21, 1973 Gregory Discusses Griffin's Charges. August 30, 1973 Board Vote Success Still Means A Savings In Taxes. October 7, 1973 Narrow Defeat For School Bond Issue; Second Vote Eyed; Vote Fails By Less Than One Per Cent. October 10, 1973 C.B. Board Orders Old Schools To Be Closed. October 16, 1973 Renovation Of Old Schools Will Be Studies; 1,334 Affected By Nov. 5 Closing. October 17, 1973 Schools Discuss Double Shift; Board Considers Alternatives. October 18, 1973 School Suits To Be Heard On Wednesday. October 26, 1973 Court Suits Would Keep Schools Open. October 23, 1973 Injunction On Board To Be Asked. October 24, 1973 Catholic Schools Accept Transfer Of Six Students. October 25, 1973 School Suits To Be Heard On Wednesday. October 26, 1973 Board Sets Nov. 12 Date For Closing Of Schools. October 30, 1973 Fire Marshal Inspects Schools. October 29, 1973 State Fire Marshal To Examine Schools. October 28, 1973 County Schools May Authorize Hiring Lawyer. October 31, 1973 Schools Seek State Funds To Help Relocate Students. October 31, 1973 Schools Await Word On Relocation Funds. November 1, 1973 Moving Plan Revealed For 1, 344 C.B. Students. November 16, 1973 Schools To Stay Open Here. November 7, 1973 Board Considers All-Year School. November 8, 1973 $2.7 Million Bill Put On Fix-Up Of Schools. November 20, 1973 Renovation Of Old Schools Might Exceed Early Figure. December 18, 1973 Broken Water Pipes Close Two Schools. January 3, 1974 County Superintendent Says Two-Board System Is Best. January 11, 1974 School's Fate To Determine Fire Escapes. February 1, 1974 Middle School Concept Eyed; Alternative Being Prepared. February 12, 1974 Bond Issue Items To Be Discussed. February 13, 1974 School System Alternatives Are Examined; Some Have More Advantages Than Others. February 17, 1974 School Alternative decision Feb. 28; Pre-Cut Buildings Favored. February 19, 1974 Pre-Fab Schools Approved. February 28, 1974 School Building Plan Will Affect 745 Children in C.B. March 1, 1974 School Bond Election In Fall; Two Junior Highs Considered. March 7, 1974 Three Schools Won't Get Pre-Cut Buildings, Board Says; Cite Declining Enrollment. March 19, 1974 Consultant Finds School Roofs Poor. March 27, 1974 Schools Ask Cost Sheet On Building. March 29, 1974 City To Get Plans For School Buildings. April 8, 1974 County School Board Takes Action On Pay, Computers. April 6, 1974 School Buildings Are Under Study By Planning Group. April 16, 1974 School-Closing Case Is Brought Up Again. April 25, 1974 Court Suit On School Continued. July 3, 1974 Price Tag On School Bond Issue Is Studied. July 9, 1974 Discussing Plans. July 9, 1974 Size Of School Bond Issue May Be Revealed In August. July 13, 1974 Two Boards To Govern Area Schools. July 28, 1974 Citizens OK Continued Fight On C.B. School. July 30, 1974 Bidding Problems My Be Reason For School Dealy. July 30, 1974 School Closures Approved Bid Matters Are Cleared Up. July 31, 1974 Nov. 5 Bond Election Eyed By Board July 31, 1974 AEA Board Designed To Save On Costs. August 12, 1974 Court Action Seeks Stop On Transfers. August 26, `1974 School Building Work Okayed; Bill Is 41,099,517 Oct. 1 Date For School Closing Suit. September 9, 1974 Board Votes Nov. 5 Bond Issue; Includes Primary Schools. September 20, 1974 $5.452 Million Issue Nov. 5. September 25, 1974 School Suit Delay To Be Asked. September 27, 1974 School Population Going Down Hill; May Hit 10,000 Mark. October 2, 1974 Youngsters Move At Own Pace In Open Classrooms. October 20, 1974 Individual--Key To Open Concept; Children Move At Own Pace. October 21, 1974 Who's Against Open Concept? ; Only The Losers, It Seems. October 22, 1974 Individual Approach Working At Peterson. October 23, 1974 Adults Could Use Recreation Areas In Bluffs Schools. October 24, 1974 Future Bond Election Shows Preference For Area Schools. October 25, 1974 Bean Favors Move For Another School Bond Vote; Issue Flops In Every Precinct. November 6, 1974 Alton Says Gregory, Not Inflation, Cause For Bond Issue Dump. November 9, 1974 Gregory Proposes Group To Study School Facilities. November 15, 1974 School Closing Hearing Set. December 3, 1974 School Bond Issue Cost Over $32,000. December 19, 1974 Two Witnesses Testify On School Closing Plan. January 22, 1975 Witnesses Testify For Open Schools. January 23, 1975 Renovation Cost 'Bunch Of Baloney'. January 27, 1975 Hearing On Schools May Concluded Friday. January 28, 1975 School Closure Decision Expected In Three Weeks. February 1, 1975 School Budget Is Proposed At $18,086,184. February 4, 1975. $18,086,184 School Budget Is Approved By C.B. Board. February 14, 1975 Added Funds From State Eyed For Care. April 14, 1975 High schools are major concerns; In facilities report. December 19, 1975 Bluffs school budget gets approval after 5-1 ballot. March 16, 1976 School Accomplishment 'Almost A Miracle'--Voss; What's Right With Council Bluffs. March 28, 1976 Kids be warned: No shots, no school. August 22, 1978 Drastic change set for meetings; While conducting business. December 19, 1978 Schools play big part in vandalism decrease. January 20, 1979 State of schools: 'Making progress'. January 25, 1979 School is among grant finalists. July 22, 1979 Schools list new teachers. September 7, 1984
Council Bluffs Schools Board and General File 2
Council Bluffs Schools Board and General File #2 2/15/75 - 3/31/81
Public Notices: Budget Estimate School District. July 27, 1967\1969-70 Budget Presented TO Bluffs Education Board; $8,058,159 Proposed. May 29, 1969 School Personnel Get Salary Hikes; Most Over $2,000. July 20, 1969 Here's How To Compute New Salary. July 20, 1969 Board Drops Levy To Give Taxpayer Break; Budget Up $441,933. June 24, 1970 Facilities Committee Is Named. December 4, 1974 School Committee Selects Its Officer. Dece3mber 6, 1974 Most Back New School Construction. February 13, 1975 Target Of Project Phoenix Is Aiding Disruptive Child. February 16, 1975 Talking About Schools. March 14, 1975 3-Hour School Facilities Hearing. March 14, 1975 School Enrollment Reaches Plateau. April 1, 1975 Junior Highs Among Top 4 Suggestions. April 1, 1975 C.B. Board Action On Closure OK'd. April 10, 1975 Schools Facilities Report May Be Bond Issue Base. May 4, 1975 Citizens Group To Drop Suit On School Closings. June 6, 1975 Board Accepts Bids To Raze 2 Schools. July 9, 1975 Bond Issue petitions being drafted, 907 signers needed. April 8, 1976 Plans for junior highs revealed; Spokes radiate from center. April 19, 1976 Jr. High plan is 'spoked'. April 19, 1976 Consultant may probe low student scores; Bluffs below state, National average. April 20, 1976 Junior high floor plans receive preliminary approval. April 20, 1976 Walls added to school plan. April 23, 1976 C.B. teachers group endorses bond issue. April 25, 1976 KIDS plans open house Thursday. April 28, 1976 Outline bond issue's tax cost to property owners. April 28, 1976 Junior high boundaries would change; If bond issue for schools approved. April 29, 1976 Federal office may require maternity back pay for some. May 3, 1976 Back wages suit would cost school district $80,000. May 4, 1976 Young school board members won't support May bond issue. May 6, 1976 Bonds mean more space for education. May 6, 1976 Traditional classes in proposed schools. May 11, 1976 New schools will not have 'open concept' classrooms. May 12, 1976 Library is center of new junior highs '...an inviting place...' May 12, 1976 New schools drawn with eye on future. May 13, 1976 Board president plugging for Tuesday bond issue passage. May 14, 1976 Maximum bond issue cost 89¢ per $1,000. May 14, 1976 School site selections include room to grow. May 16, 1976 Unofficial vote on bond issue. May 19, 1976 Voters trounce bond issue try. May 19, 1976 Labor Dept suit names city schools. June 11, 1976 Drop Title I at three more Bluffs schools. June 21, 1976 School census shows drop of $1,507 district residents. June 22, 1976 School Board's closed sessions decrease from last year; Meetings take up 121 hours. June 27, 1976 Bluffs Schools hold $3 million investment. July 16, 1976 Fewer students in C.B. schools. August 27, 1976 Bluffs also has enrollment drop. October 16, 1976 Teachers' views different on math. January 29, 1977 Sixth grade teacher likes IMS. January 28, 1977 C.B. schools program gets national award. February 14, 1977 Punishment in schools is last resort in C.B. April 20, 1977 Competency test eyed for students. June 7, 1977 Schools work out evaluations; Those checked get involved. June 12, 1977 School pay checks are bit fatter. August 7, 1977 C.B. schools enrollment down. August 30, 1977 Five candidates answer questions; Focus in on school issues. September 2, 1977 Better communication sought; 'Positive' school candidates praised. September 2, 1977 School forum Wednesday. September 6, 1977 Schoolhouse fund is favored by candidates. September 8, 1977 Declining enrollment in C.B. right on target. September 13, 1977 Burglar alarms okayed for schools. October 5, 1977 Breakins at schools will trip alarms. November 8, 1977 Elementary counselors handle all problem types. November 13, 1977 Last ditch effort for school shots. January 4, 1978 Good response to school clinics. January 11, 1978 School taxes could reach five-year high. March 5, 1978 Call hotline for answers to school question. March 6, 1978 School Board approves program, staff reduction. March 7, 1978 Administrative salaries listed. March 12, 1978 German language class will not be eliminated. March 21, 1978 District to help fired teachers find new posts. March 26, 1978 Students' writing sub-par; Bluffs school studied. April 19, 1978 Schools offer programs for talented, gifted; Students taught according to potential. April 30, 1978 Hope dims for EDA funds in school construction. May 2, 1978 District claims pupils without serving them. May 1, 1978 'Alphabet soup' nourishes students; Special education initials spell success. May 17, 1978 'Scores on tests don't always tell whole story. May 21, 1978 Summer school will feature new preschool. May 21, 1978 Schools told to hire minorities. June 1, 1978 City has no power to order minority hiring. June 2, 1978 Test scores may heat up debates; Most average. June 5, 1978 Board looks for minority counselor. June 6, 1978 School employees get time to hunt for housing. July 18, 1978 Enrollment down in Bluffs schools. July 18, 1978 Probe to seek discrimination in C.B. schools. July 27, 1978 School heads seek investigation input. July 28, 1978 Special ed gets attention; New director vows action. August 7, 1978 Educational cheers sung to teachers. August 21, 1978 Discrimination probe expands; Investigation begins in schools. August 22, 1978 Thunder booms, school's in session. August 24, 1978 C.B. enrollment down 632 pupils. August 31, 1978 Questions linger from racial probe; In C.B. schools. September 14, 1978 Area administrators paid $4,654, 558; During current fiscal year... September 17, 1978 Discrimination probe underway. September 20, 1978 C.B. schools to build solar home. October 2, 1978 Black woman files discriminations suit; Sought teaching position. October 5, 1978 School breakfast aimed at heading off problems. October 10, 1978 Wood foundation a first for solar. October 9, 1978 Teachers seek 9.6% salary hike. October 12, 1978 Things changing--for better--in C.B. schools. October 25, 1978 House not upside down; Foundation made of wood. November 1, 1978 Shortage of subs for teachers spells trouble. November 4, 1977 'Play'ful time for schools. November 4, 1978 Substitute teachers get a new 'calling' in Bluffs. November 6, 1978 Schools survey to help set goals. November 15, 1978 Math scores on the rise. November 21, 1978 Schools scout for minorities. December 1, 1978 Head lice under control in Bluffs area schools. December 3, 1978 No bias in schools, formal notice says. December 4, 1978 Schools contract talks to get mediator Friday. December 12, 1978 Too much snow means school no go. December 24, 1978 Teachers ratify salary increase. February 6, 1979 Budget up, but school taxes to take decrease. February 19,1979 Teachers' salary hike approved at 8 percent. February 20, 1979 Carter Lake junior high to Wilson. February 22, 1979 Bluffs vaccination record tops statewide average. March 10, 1979 Total C.B. schools budget proposed for 2.9% hike. March 11, 1979 Board approves student shiftings. March 13, 1979 Teachers can live where wish. March 13, 1979 School budget formally accepted. March 13, 1979 Schools must be barrier free. March 27, 1979 Apartment plan may crowd school. March 29, 1979 DPI says no bias in schools. March 29, 1979 School budgeting process praised. April 3, 1979 Water woes whack three Council Bluffs schools. April 3, 1979 Repairs for schools in 5-year plan. April 8, 1979 Suit possible over school rent. April 9, 1979 School essay winners difficult to choose; Bluffs students tell what they like. April 22, 1979 Bluffs schools filled with pride activities. April 22, 1979 Awards cut vandalism. April 24, 1979 City, county government don younger face for day. April 26, 1979 School window changes get facilities group OK. May 2, 1979 L.C., A.L. top music awards. May 7, 1979 Retirement plan probed; For C.B. teachers...May 9, 1979 Retirement plan is not advised. May 18, 1979 Retirement plan may discriminate. May 21, 1979 Early retirement plan down, but not defeated. May 22, 1979 Decision held on conflict probe. May 25, 1979 School to redo roof; Despite possible conflist. May 31, 1979 Special education accounting sought. June 12, 1979 AEA reports on service to Bluffs: At marathon meeting. June 19, 1979 WANTED: Special ed, math teachers in C.B. July 1, 1979 Three teachers to use retirement pact. July 9, 1979 Board OKs early retirement for three; Severance pay pegged at $25,000. July 14, 1979 School bus riders face strict rules. July 21, 1979 Progress made to solve school leasing problem. July 24, 1979 Interest conflict opinion Aug. 28; In school roofing. July 25, 1979 AEA-CB Schools relationship is at a stalemate; Over special education... July 27, 1979 Schools will hire 10% new teachers. August 12, 1979 Bluffs Schools, AEA butt heads on relations. August 14, 1979 Asbestos no big schools problem. August 1, 1979 Candidates meet in campaign test; As school election nears. August 17, 1979 Energy consciousness can save schools money. August 19, 1979 Inaction charge at former board. August 20, 1979 School boundaries may change; Due to declining enrollment. August 29, 1978 Conflict decision in a week. August 30, 1979 Right to issue conflict opinion is investigated. August 31, 1979 School a real 'blast off'; Back to the books. September 4, 1979 Systems report enrollment dip. September 15, 1979 Kirn students to get a school bus. September 18, 1979 Winchester's possible conflict not a dead issue; C.B. School Board member given chance to explain. September 18, 1979'Officer Friendly' has returned to the beat; Greeting Bluffs students. September 23, 1979 Work harder to be passed. October 3, 1979 ISEA president says teacher salaries too low. October 11, 1979 Reading problems prevalent in CB. October 31, 1979 CB Schools consider breaking ties with AEA; Over special education dispute. November 1, 1979 AEA meet on special ed. November 5, 1979 Interest conflict opinion up in air. November 6, 1979 No decision made on special ed funds. November 6, 1979 'Schools selfish over special ed.' November 8, 1979 Building accessibility eyed by school district; For handicapped students. November 20, 1979 AEA funds to CB 'show faith.' November 20, 1979 Handicap access to schools delayed. November 21, 1979 Schools seek break from AEA; In special education squabble. November 21, 1979 Community involvement sought by school board. December 2, 1979 Finding subs not that easy. December 9, 1979 Schools win unexpected victory; In AEA fight. December 15, 1971 Report cards for each hour; May come soon. December 16, 1979 Schools meet suit dismissal denied. December 17, 1979 School problems being solved. December 30, 1979 Legal fees mount for C.B. Schools. January 8, 1980 School budget may top $26 million; For first time in history. January 9, 1980 Local group hopes to help students. January 12, 1980 Benton to hear ed differences. January 15, 1980 Schools saving busing money. January 15, 1980 Test scores up to decade best. January 19, 1980 Schools planning parent contact. January 25, 1980 Drivers ed may suffer to save gas. January 25, 1980 Parents to aid in child learning. January 27, 1980 Service employee pay hike offered; For CB school district. January 30, 1980 Schools attempt to avoid traps; Set by declining enrollment. February 3, 1980 Harassment causes concern. February 5, 1980 Remedial program 'in right direction.' February 6, 1980 Student exchange offers understanding of deaf. February 8, 1980 Special ed classes are expanding. February 10, 1980 Parents, kids find sharing school fun. February 10, 1980 Mother wants kids out. February 12, 1980 CB Schools budget 'is tight'; Energy, personnel costs climbing. February 12, 1980 Students won't join in with gymnastics events. February 13, 1980 Parents ready school questions. February 13, 1980 CB Schools save $34,000 in bids. February 20, 1980 Unlikely ROTS back in schools. February 22, 1980 Bill tantamount to censorship. February 24, 1980\ Salary talks are 'making progress'; In CB schools. February 27, 1980 Enrollment drop puts school in financial bind; Operating budget doesn't match inflation. March 9, 1980 Board orders committee probe. March 9, 1980 School administration keeps on top of requests in budget. March 10, 1980 Instructional program costs to climb in schools. March 11, 1980 CB School lunch prices may take hike next year. March 12, 1980 Special ed inservice night set; At Bloomer School. March 14, 1980 Kirn changes are advised; To accommodate the handicapped. March 14, 1980 Project seen two months off. March 18, 1980 Progress reported in school-employee talks. March 25, 1980 Partners In Education getting good response. March 26, 1980 Books bought, back to school. March 18, 1980 Independent study in summer school. March 18, 1980 Chopra is promoting a Teacher's Day festivity. March 31, 1980 Cease-fire in education battle. April 6, 1980 C.B. teachers approve offered salary hikes. April 8, 1980 Council Bluffs teachers accept 10.9 percent hike. April 9, 1980 New pay raise passes. April 16, 1980 Beautification to profit from Teachers Day. April 16, 1980 Census of C.B. children to find boundary shifts. April 22, 1980 Improving test scores elate CB school officials. April 27, 1980 Schools tightening belt as part of 5-year plan. April 27, 1980 Energy squeeze puts pressure on schools. April 27, 1980 Bluffs teachers get pats on back. May 6, 1980 Bluffs school lunch program had $44,000 deficit for year. Jun3 10, 1980 Omaha architect chosen for multipurpose rooms. June 17, 1980 School boundary recommendations to remain secret. June 17, 1980 Schools may save $13,000 in taxes. June 25, 1980 School program cuts vandalism. July 9, 1980 Fewer teachers leaving Bluffs. July 16, 1980 Close coordination sought for pupils. July 16, 1980 Meals and budget balanced. July 16, 1980 Saturday school program has first semester success. July 24, 1980 Test scores give indications. August 24, 1980 Effect of fund delay unknown. September 4, 1980 Funding delay will 'pinch' schools. September 4, 1980 Local schools show enrollment declines. September 11, 1980 Handicapped children progress in redesigned school programs. October 12, 1980 Disruptive pupils get new program. November 4, 1980 Searching for a future in a computer's memory. November 16, 1980 Parents most important in attitude toward school. November 17, 1980 Pressure can inhibit learning. November 18, 1980 Homework: A teaching too. November 19, 1980 Schools getting new phone system. November 20, 1980 Children must practice to develop writing skills. November 20, 1980 Education more than 3 R's. November 21, 1980 More government for students suggested. December 4, 1980 Several ideas offered for use of school land. December 9, 1980 New state cut has C.B. schools 'touching bone.' December 16, 1980 School financial position a strong one, audit says. December 19, 1979 PIE program to resume. January 4, 1981 Court names appraisers for school property sale. January 14, 1981 Group criticizes teaching in social studies, health. January 16, 1981 School control dispute is divided. January 20, 1981 City, school seek ways to improve relationship. January 30, 1981 Changing attitude helps improve ITED scores. February 1, 1981 Schools may need tax hike. February 4, 1981 School contract OK'd. February 4, 1981 Closing of two schools is recommended by panel. February 6, 1981 Savings cited in school closings. February 18, 1981 Housing agency wants decision on school land. February 18, 1981 Last-minute pleas made for increased school aid. February 24, 1981 School surtaxes in state aid bill. February 25, 1981 30 Special Ed. teachers could lose jobs. March 2, 1981 School workers OK contract plan. March 2, 1981 Board votes 6-1 to close Sunnydale, Lake schools. March 4, 1981 Holding to budget would cut levy. March 4, 1981 Parents fighting special ed. cuts. March 5, 1981 Teacher cut 'premature' in special classes. March 9, 1981 School property value is $103,000. March 12, 1981 Each principal chipped away at C. B. school budget. March 17, 1981 Board resists push to sell land, March 18, 1981 Parents want hearings on special ed. changes. March 20, 1981
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Council Bluffs Schools Board and General File #3 4/1/81-12/3/87
Disposition of land on school list. April 5, 1981 Officials work on plan for school land. April 7, 1981 Elderly get school land. April 8, 1981 Bluffs children improve scores on national tests. May 12, 1981 10 on school staff get new positions. June 10, 1981 Schools may benefit from cuts. July 30, 1981 Good news for schools. July 31, 1981 School fees ruling could tighten pinch. August 21, 1981 C.B. schools set future goals. August 26, 1981 C.B. school personnel reassigned. August 4, 1981 C.B. schools lead in administrative cuts. August 9, 1981 Chopra promises curriculum change. September 1, 1981 Council Bluffs teachers 'don't make that much.' September 29, 1981 Graduation requirements under study; Inconsistencies at local high schools. September 30, 1981 C.B. teachers ask 17.9% hike in pay. October 8, 1981 Bluffs teachers offered 4.2% raise; Had asked 17.9%. October 20, 1981 School financial woes aired at ISEA forum. October 21, 1981 Incentive stipend plan called insulting; Proposed by school board. October 27, 1981 Positions eliminated under 9th grade plan. October 31, 1981 Area schools top average on tests. November 2, 1981 Lepley sees merit in plan; First hearing on night grade plan. November 3, 1983 High school curriculum altered; Class periods argued. November 18, 1981 New curriculum: What it will mean. November 18, 1981 High schools may get ninth graders. November 19, 1981 Contract termination topic of C.B. school board meet. March 23, 1981 Bluffs schools to add computer programming. June 23, 1983 Lepley announces new lineup. June 30, 1983 Architects, teachers meet on school remodeling plan. February 8, 1984 School committee discusses courses. February 10, 1984 Architects prepare for T.J., A.L. remodeling. February 10, 1984 'Project Business' set in C.B. schools. February 13, 1984 Master construction plan sought; Schools set for ninth grade conversion. March 9, 1984 Schools paddle students; Rule allows corporal punishment. March 12, 1984 Borrowed funds to pay teachers? March 21, 1984 Architects determine A.L., T.J. class needs. April 1, 1984 Cause of rusting door frames found. April 19, 1984 School committee eyes six-girl basketball plan. April 25, 1984 School instruction committee studies keyboarding classes. May 11, 1984 Panel to help hire assistant. July 21, 1984 Many CB 'preps' prefer private school. September 5, 1984 Energy grant to C.B. schools. May 16, 1984 New C.B. school board members return to class. October 3, 1984 A.L. nabs honors--again. October 6, 1984 A.L. evaluation lists strengths, weaknesses. November 1, 1984 Missing A.L. report cards found. November 15, 1984 Schools support search ruling. January 16, 1985 Schools' service workers seeking 55-cent pay raise. January 22, 1985 TAG centers plan goes to board. January 22, 1985 Teachers may get 7% pay increase. January 30, 1985 'Pay a cause of teacher shortage.' Januaary 31, 1985 Teachers OK pact; board votes next. January 31, 1985 School employees offered slight raise. February 5, 1985 School Board OKs contract for teachers. February 1, 1985 Lepley: Pay raise necessary. February 5, 1985 Lepley: Test scores up, but room for improvement. February 6, 1985 Lepley: Test scores up; room for improvement. February 6, 1985 Task force to start work. February 8, 1985 School session bill passes House. February 12, 1985 Families teach at home, away from 'secular' schools. February 15, 1985 Board to discuss budget tax increase. February 20, 1985 Schools seeking funds for cable TV broadcasting. February 21, 1985 C.B. Schools studies closings, 16 job cuts. February 27, 1985 School budget approved, property tax rate down. March 6, 1985 Art billboards are elementary. March 11, 1986 Bluffs teachers are given layoff notices. March 14, 1985 Administrators watching changes in school formula. March 14, 1985 Board to hear layoff proposal. March 18, 1985 Shorts or pants? Dress for students can differ. March 21, 1985 Area law enforcement officials push for alcohol=free proms. March 21, 1985 School board to vote on teaching cuts. March 26, 1985 Eight teachers to be laid off at school's end. March 28, 1985 TESA earns mostly high praise from educators. April 1, 1985 Schools set sights on low-achievers. April 1, 1985 Yes, and parents even lend a hand. April 7, 1985 Bluffs school board to discuss facilities. April 9, 1985 Teacher grading next step in textbook selection. April 10, 1985 Facilities changes said to be worth it. April 10, 1985 Breakfast emphasizes change in store for Bluffs Schools. April 19, 1985 Role of computers growing in Bluffs school curriculums. April 28, 1985 Major school reshuffling OK'd. May 1, 1985 Board OK could put land to use. May 14, 1985 Retirement to claim 15 schoolteachers, May 23, 1985 Eighth graders miss chance to rule school. June 2, 1985 Schools try role changes. June 6, 1985 Bluffs schools plan reassignment. June 19, 1985 Uniform school class size is called impossible task. June 21, 1985 Commission rules C.B. schools guilty of age discrimination. June 27, 1985 Taxpayers discuss schools constrution [sic] June 25, 1985 Schools dig deeper to fill revenue deficit. July 25, 1985 S.B. schools will make case against EPA fine on Monday. August 17, 1985 District agrees with EPA to keep eye on asbestos. August 19, 1985 'Big, big year' facing schools. August 29, 1985 How hot is it? Schools decide to close early. September 3, 1985 Kindergarteners account for boost in district attendance. September 5, 1985 C.B. school enrollment dips slightly. September 19, 1985 Teachers ask for increase in base pay of 8.4 percent. October 17, 1985 District topics include math and motivations. October 10, 1985 C.B. Schools get 812.283 grant. October 15, 1985 Urban districts propose tax shift in school formula. October 24, 1985 Schools scramble to trim tight budgets. October 26, 1985 School talks go to closed session. October 31, 1985 No danger in tainted school food. November 1, 1985 School channel may be on air in month. November 14, 1985 Graduation skills under study. November 14, 1985 Schools seek funds for asbestos removal, November 15, 1985 School cuts may affect 60 positions. January 23, 1986 EPA settlement unsettles school officials. January 24, 1986 District wants raises held to 5 cents. January 28, 1986 First look at schools budget. February 3, 1986 School budget cuts draw overflow crowd. February 5, 1986 Lepley: C.B. Schools 'on a roll.' February 13, 1986 Proposed school budget reduces jobs, programs. February 19, 1986 Care of students a concern as board ponders nurse cuts. February 27, 1986 'Adopt-a-school' allows joint role in education. March 3, 1986 Vote on school cuts emotional, swift. March 5, 1986 As Statue is restored, liberty is backsliding. March 5, 1986 C.B. board plans April Vegas trip. March 6, 1986 School maintenance workers learn how to use computers. March 13, 1986 C.B. schools begin cuts. March 14, 1986 Family left jobless? Layoffs; The other side of C.B. Schools budget cuts. March 16, 1986 Budget woes may force elementary closings. March 22, 1986 Deforest topic of emotional meeting. March 25, 1986 Teachers hit roadblock in bid for funds. March 27, 1986 Educators assemble at Capitol plea for education funding. March 27, 1986 Elementary Study timeline remains despite protests. April 2, 1986 Fewer teachers will be needed; Expected elementary school closing to affecting workforce. April 3, 1986 Outplacement program in place; Employees cut by school district to be helped in job training. April 10, 1986 Cluster groups get extra time. April 12, 1986 New plan reduces asbestos fine from $18,000 to $300. April 15, 1986 Ninth graders stay in school; Feared upswing in B luffs dropout rate doesn't materialize. April 18, 1986 Members say Vegas trip widens scope. April 23, 1986 Bluffs school board accepts 'God send' gift: 3-story building. April 24, 1986 C.B. teachers get 4.9 percent pay increase. May 21, 1986 Fees set for out-of-class school activities. June 11, 1986 Schools office moves Monday. June 27, 1986 School hammers out facility transitions during its break. July 13, 1986 Salaries, budget top school challenges. July 16, 1986 Expanded Safe Walk greets kids as school opening nears. August 26, 1986 Students' fate up in air. August 28, 1986 Accused teens plan return to T.J. September 3, 1986 attorneys seek school for youths. September 8, 1986 'Mini baby boom', better economy help school enrollment to level off. September 21, 1986 Bluffs children learn to 'boot'. September 26, 1986 School board hears questions about head-lice inspections. October 8, 1986 Bluffs schools, teachers to begin contract talks. October 5, 1986 Bluffs school classes held for teachers. October 14, 1986 Bluffs board to discuss downtown development. October 21, 1986 Schools seek support for lead teachers. October 22, 1986 National citation for Bluffs school training programs. October 30, 1986 Taxes on Bluffs Run track would lower school burden. November 5, 1986 Bluffs School Board to hear efficiency task force's report. November 4, 1986 Bluffs board OKs report from auditors. November 19, 1986 Board to see program on history classes. November 18, 1986 Bluffs teachers are honored for 1,200 years of service. November 18, 1986 Board to review committee report on what to do with vacant schools. December 2, 1986 C.B. board OK's teacher pact. December 14, 1986 School wellness plan is worth a healthy $100,000. January 7, 1987 CB board eyes health screening program. January 5, 1987 Schools invite public to help with planning. January 7, 1987 School workers' contract talks to begin Monday. January 10, 1987 School service workers request a 75-cent hike. January 13, 1987 Bluffs official likes Branstad school stance. January 21, 1987 Bluffs schools prepare for salary talks. January 25, 1987 C.B. school workers offered 5-cent raise. January 27, 1987 Bluffs school planning forum is rescheduled. January 28, 1987 Schools eye $1.8 million from state. February 4, 1987 Bluffs schools seek $33 million budget. February 10, 1987 C.B. Schools eye teaching cuts. February 11, 1987 Board closes discussion of teacher's suit. February 11, 1987 Budget to restore junior-high track, cut other programs. February 12, 1987 Bluffs school budget discussion scheduled. February 16, 1987 Board makes no change in budget. February 18, 1987 Teachers say student ratios 'misleading'. February 8, 1987 'A team' Iowa's first. February 22, 1987 Bluffs schools invite community to planning forum. February 25, 1987 C.B. board to act on contract. February 3, 1987 Teachers' pay is to p concern. February 27, 1987 Banned book no longer used in CB schools. March 9, 1987 Video program to put brakes on bus hazard. March 12, 1987 Hearing is Tuesday on $35.5 million C.B. school budget. March 2, 1987 Plan would reduce learning pressure for kindergartners. March 4, 1987 Bluffs board approves early retirement plan. March 4, 1987 Need for health program shown in wellness tests. March 18, 1987 11 positions terminated at Bluffs schools. March 25, 1987 School workers seek 50-cent pay raise. March 25, 1987 Lepley defends school hiring of Omaha firm. March 25, 1987 Bluffs board tables decision to ban solicitation in schools. April 15, 1987 School-worker pact calls for 4% raise. April 9, 1987 Four schools targeted as 'challenge centers'. April 16, 1987 Pizzas reward school readers. April 22, 1987 Golden apples are reward for volunteers at schools. April 28, 1987 Four-day weeks set for C.B. school workers. May 5, 1987 14 Bluffs educators seek early retirement. May 12, 1987 Baccalaureate panel bans 'cult' reading. May 19, 1987 Lepley says raises needed for school administrators. June 4, 1987 Council Bluffs teachers honored for staff development programs. June 5, 1987 Raises proposed for administrators. June 16, 1987 State-funded raises to total 5 percent for C.B. teachers. July 22, 1987 Remodeling projects on tap for board. August 28, 1987 New procedure planned to register K-6th grade. August 14, 1987 Raise proposed for clerical workers. August 17, 1987 School clerical workers received 4-percent raise. August 19, 1987 Enrollment down in C.B., L.C. schools. September 22, 1987 C.B. task force pay raise plan to school board in eight weeks. October 4, 1987 C.B. Board will study renewal of school levy. October 7, 1987 C.B. school enrollment falls by 80 students. October 7, 1987 Teachers, school officials to discuss raise. October 10, 1987 C.B. school board offering teachers 1 pct. across-the-board salary hike. October 23, 1987 Drug-free grant to C.B. schools. October 3, 1987 C.B. School workers seek 68-cent raise. October 30, 1987 C.B. board to adopt eligibility standards. November 4, 1987 School workers cited for long-term service. November 18, 1987 Election advised on school tax levy. December 8, 1987 C.B. teacher vote slated on 1988-=89 pact. December 12, 1987 C.B teachers get 5.3% pay increase. December 21, 1987 C.B. school board OKs 5.3% raise for teachers. December 22, 1987
Council Bluffs Schools--Board and General File #4
Council Bluffs Schools Board and General FIle #4 1/1/88-- Bond issue/teacher salaries, etc.
Area salaries much lower. January 3, 1987 "The staff -development program in the Council Bluffs Community School District..." March 4, 1987 Slide show touts school levy renewal. January 20, 1988 C.B. superintendent search could cost as much as $25,000. January 15, 1988 C.B. schools sell 12 lots for $39,500. January 20, 1988 C.B. schools narrow search firms to two. January 27, 1988 State cuts funding formula for teachers' merit raises. February 3, 1988 Levy renewal vote Tuesday. February 7, 1988 Junior high class covers drugs, sex. February 3, 1988 Summer league would end metro baseball competition. February 3, 1988 Light turnout seen for school levy vote. February 9, 1988 School levy passes, but few cast ballots. February 10, 1988 School service workers receive 28-cent raises. February 10, 1988 Board interviews hiring consultants. February 10, 1988 C.B. school budget rises to $37 million for 1988-89. February 16, 1988 Canvass adds 4 votes to school levy margin. February 16, 1988 C.B. board hires Ventures for superintendent search. February 17, 1988 State aid up $1 million in C.B. schools' budget. February 17, 1988 Superintendent search officially under way. February 20, 1988 Few schools linking pay, performance. March 1, 1988 Schools to cut 8 posts. March 2, 1988 C.B. schools get good marks in accreditation team report. March 4, 1988 Bluffs, L.C. get $1 million in state funds. March 7, 1988 'Communicator' needed for superintendent post. March 15, 1988 10 C.B. teacher contracts targeted for terminations. March 16, 1988 Board to act on 7 teacher terminations. March 22, 1988 C.B. Board terminates 7 contracts. March 23, 1988 Bluffs school post draws 50 applicants. April 11, 1988 Superintendent post draws 25 applicants. April 12, 1988 Improving instruction is C.B. schools' goal. April 24, 1988 C.B. trains 300 teachers. April 24, 1988 C.B. school finalists are Christie, Arizonan. April 26, 1988 School administrators may receive salary hikes. May 1, 1988 C.B. board delays action on administrators' raises. May 4, 1988 State awards Saturday to honor C.B. schools. May 6, 1988 Decision nears on hiring new superintendent. May 9, 1988 School retirees to be honored. May 13, 1988 C.B. board to consider administrators' raises. May 16, 1988 C.B. pay duty fattens administrator salaries. May 18, 1988 C.B. schools sign up 500 for walk-run. June 2, 1988 C.B. Schools eye 5.5 pct. pay raise for administrators. June 6, 1988 C.B. school annuity size is criticized. June 8, 1988 Bluffs' schools seeking five new administrators. June 9, 1988 C.B. schools fill principal posts. July 7, 1988 Renovation planned for five schools. July 14, 1988 C.B. School Board votes to change tests. July 20, 1988 'Whole child concept' new philosophy of CB teachers. April 24, 1988 C.B. schools administrators' [jobs] rearranged to suit their talents. August 17, 1988 School board accepts Madsen's resignation. August 17, 1988 Architects hired to plan renovation at 5 C.B. schools. August 17, 1988 C.B. schools to set guidelines for dealing with classroom heat. August 18, 1988 Drivers to report law breakers; School buses. August 23, 1988 School sponsor 'Safe Walk' night. August 27, 1988 C.B. schools to expand student TV programs. September 21, 1988 C.B. school district has year to meet guidance standard. January 18, 1989 C.B. schools say security is adequate. January 19, 1989 New school union to open contract talks. January 23, 1989 25-cent-per-hour raise by school union. January 25, 1989 Service workers reach tentative accord with C.B . school district. January 27, 1989 C.B. teachers' raises in line with state norm. February 2, 1989 C.B. school budget hike of 2.1% seen. February 8, 1989 5-cent raise offered C.B. clerical workers. February 9, 1989 C.B. Schools may cut 7 teacher jobs this year. February 17, 1989 C.B. school budget up $1 million, tax levy down 27 cents next year. February 21, 1989 C.B. schools set hearing for budget. February 22, 1989 3 finalists are chosen for C.B. principal jobs. May 30, 1988 C.B. Schools' wellness event draws 750. June 6, 1989 Students to whet leader potentials. June 11, 1989 Five-percent in raises proposed for C.B. school administrators. June 20, 1989 Riases OK'd for school secretaries. June 21, 1989 School chief Chopra takes post in Ohio. June 29, 1989 CB schools' first day moved back to Aug. 30. July 6, 1989 Carta is first filer in school election. July 10, 1989 Christie leads Pott salary list. July 19, 1989 Carrithers to run for re-election to school board. July 12, 1989 'Sheep and Ewe' teaches city kids country ways. July 27, 1989 Three candidates file for posts on school boards. July 31, 1989 Two principals get extra duties. August 6, 1989 Ex-C.B. Superintendent Chopra stays in Kansas. August 18, 1989 C.B. man will head school building group. August 3, 1989 Only one race on C.B. school election ballots. August 4, 1989 Elementary registration set. August 11, 1989 Safe Walk set for Thursday. August 23, 1989 Voters to decide fate of school bond issues. September 10, 1989 Voters trickle to polls. September 12, 1989 C.B. school enrollment up slightly. September 14, 1989 Only 11% vote. September 16, 1989 C.B. schools obtain lot where historic house stood. September 18, 1989 C.B. schools gain 50 students this year. September 20, 1989 Tuition credit OK'd for administrators. September 20, 1989 C.B. schools to fix, enlarge buildings for $6.5 million. September 21, 1989 Educators visit D.C. for award. September 27, 1989 C.B., L.C. schools to begin contract talks. October 10, 1989 C.B. teachers ask for 17% base-salary raise. October 11, 1989 C.B. Schools offer teachers 0.6% raises. October 25, 1989 C.B. School union offered 5-cent raises. October 31, 1989 Clerical employees for C.B. Schools ask for 75¢ raises. November 3, 1989 Interest lagging, schools may drop gymnastics team. November 7, 1989 3 students ask to attend C.B. schools. November 8, 1989 American Ed Week activities line up. November 12, 1989 C.B. School clerks offered 5¢ raises. November 17, 1989 Board OKs $6 million school designs. November 22, 1989 Area residents, club honored in anti-drug effort. November 23, 1989 $40,000 grant would benefit low income C.B. students. December 6, 1989 Board opposes Christie on building repairs. December 6, 1989 Cash crunch delays funds to Iowa schools. December 7, 1989 $7 million in renovations approved for C.B. schools. December 20, 1989 C.B. Schools will ask for delay in state's librarian requirement. December 20, 1989 C.B. Schools win $83,000 in asbestos settlement. December 12, 1989 Agreement to give school workers 43¢ hourly raise. January 4, 1990 C.B. educators dispute reading report. January 10, 1990 Pact would give C.B. school clerks 5% raises. January 12, 1990 C.B. teachers OK tentative contract plan. January 13, 1990 C.B. school budget to increase 6.9%. January 17, 1990 Schools selling Kirn field despite 284-name petition. January 17, 1990 Three school contracts raise pay 3.3 to 9.1%. January 17, 1990 Japan teacher will join area school staffs. January 21, 1990 Maintenance, liability prompt Kirn field sale. January 27, 1990 People to have say on Old Kirn. January 29, 1990 20 apply for vacant school personnel post. January 13, 1990 Old Kirn response a surprise to C.B. school superintendent. February 1, 1990 $47.6 million school budget hearing set. February 21, 1990 Schools delay sale of old Kirn field. February 2, 1990 70 apply for personnel post at C.B. schools. February 3, 1990 School secretaries to get 55¢ raise. February 5, 1990 C.B. schools adopt $3.6 million package. February 7, 1990 C.B. Schools set hearing on loans for renovation. February 5, 1990 March 3 auction date tentative for delayed sale of old Kirn field. February 8, 1990 Kirn field once the site first high school in city. February 10, 1990 Group to fight Kirn field sale. February 18, 1990 Board rejects call for second Kirn sale delay. February 21, 1990 Planning meet set to rescue old Kirn field. February 24, 1990 Old Kirn group going to City Council for help. February 26, 1990 Offer made for old Kirn. February 28, 1990 School gives city counter-offer in old Kirn field negotiations. March 1, 1990 C.B. Schools may cut 5 teacher jobs. March 8, 1989 Park Commission hears group's plan for old Kirn field. March 14, 1990 School board eliminates two teachers' contracts. March 21, 1990 Diimig fills vacant school services post. March 24, 1990 Technology, renovations chart C.B. schools' course. April 29,, 1990 Christie asks 7.6 pct. raises for officials. Paril 30, 1990 Board OKs 7.6% pay hike for school administrators. May 2, 1990 Drugs, alcohol large problems for area teens. May 6, 1990 Top 31 school safety patrol students honored at banquet. May 8, 1990 11 T.J., A.L. students win journalism awards. May 14, 1990 Schools eye a no-vote tax levy. May 16, 1990 Gang 'dropouts' warn students. May 23, 1990 Sunday reception to honor retirees who've worked 375 years for schools. May 17, 1990 C.B. schools plan to target at-risk group. Mary 18, 1990 Six records broken at C.B. fitness meet. June 1, 1990 Board to evaluate superintendent's job performance. Jun 5, 1990 2 hurt in bus crash on last day of school. June 5, 1990 Free summer hot lunches program set. June 10, 1990 Program recognizes SWI teachers. June 13, 1990 School project notice snafu delays hearing. June 15, 1990 Some school smoking allowed. June 20, 1990 School director resigns before starting C.B. job. June 20, 1990 Christie proposes one-year 'trial' of new tax levy for C.B. schools. June 28, 1990 Botched hearing slows renovation at 4 C.B. schools. June 28, 1990 Christie to receive 11% raise. July 18, 1990 C.B. Schools shift administrators' duties for '90-91 Public hearing set on school tax levy. July 9, 1990 $6 million contract OK'd for 4 schools. July 9, 1990 3 seek re-election to C.B., L.C. boards. July 11, 1990 Kent Madison may run for C.B. school post. July 31, 1990 C.B. board to consider Christie's pay, bus pact. July 16, 1990 Jr-Sr. high lunches prices going up 5 cents this year. July 18, 1990 Neb. man hired for school personnel post. July 18, 1990 Friday hearing set on new school levy. July 19, 1990 Incumbents seek re-election to L.C. C.B. boards. July 30, 1990 Races assured for two posts on C.B. board. August 2, 1990 Seven-way race for C.B. board. August 13, 1990 C.B. schools name Jeffrey to No. 2 post. August 7, 1990 Registration begins Monday for Council Bluffs students. August 11, 1990 Schools continue early closings. September 5, 1990 New school levy OK'd by board after hearing. September 5, 1990 C.B., L.C. enrollment up; St. Albert posts loss. September 5, 1990 Stadium rededication set tonight. September 21, 1990 School goals 'in transition,' C.B. board told. October 17, 1990 C.B. teachers seeking 11% pay increase. October 19, 1990 Service workers ask 60¢ pay hike. October 28, 1990 Rats help teach lesson in nutrition. October 29, 1990 C.B. students collect honors in journalism. November 4, 1990 Schools planning to purchase new computer system. November 10, 1990 Christie sought gag order to protect confidentiality. November 14, 1990 C.B. schools ready to study program impact. November 22, 1990 C.B. Board discusses suit by fired cafeteria worker. November 26, 1990 Settlement talks under way in fired school worker's suit. November 27, 1990 School settlement reached. November 28, 1990 Settlement of $45,000 OK'd in suit. December 5, 1990 Settlement of $45,000 OK'd in suit. December 5, 1990 Youths to get 'Close Up' look at Washington. December 6, 1990 10 C.B. students are 'home-bound.' December 9, 1990 Lawmakers get peek at enrichment programs. December 18, 1990 $651,805 in state grants fund early education programs in C.B. schools. December 18, 1990 C.B. students in Christmas spirit. December 20, 1990 TV viewers can watch C.B. board meetings. January 16, 1991 Lunch prices going up at C.B. schools Monday. January 16, 1991 Board member unable to get school records. February 7, 1991 School district to buy land for future needs. February 7, 1990 Suit filed in school incidents. February 12, 1991 C.B. schools offer counseling on war issues. February 3, 1991 Flu hitting hard in C.B. schools. February 14, 1991 Bluffs budget seeks tax hike for education. February 19, 1991 Incorrect figures fog student test score debate. February 20, 1991 Students get 'Close Up' look at D.C. politics. February 28, 1991 Art to be displayed on billboards. March 2, 1991 School officials' pay below norm. March 17, 1991 School secretaries, associates to get increases of 3 percent. April 1, 1992 School dropouts down, suspensions up this year. August 17, 1992 City schools planning for graduations. May 11, 1993 School board elections drawing near; Council Bluffs board member Brandenburg, Lewis Central's Harris still undecided on possibility of seeking re-election. July 19, 1993 Board vote could make renovation easier. July 20, 1993 Lunch prices raised. July 21, 1993 Schools seek delay on boost in speed limits. July 21, 1993 Six seeking seats on Bluffs school board. August 5, 1993 Flashing signs eyed for school zones. August 19, 1993 Lack of funds may cause cut in tutoring; Homeless, at-risk kids may lose out. July 22, 1994 Lack of elbow room a concern a concern at Wilson. July 24, 1993 Schools eye early start date. October 20, 1993 District's finances won't be re-checked; Iowa state auditor's office says proper methods used. May 13, 1994 Committee spreads word on bond issue. May 25, 1994 Administrative salary increases approved. June 8, 1994 Schools eye changes in conduct code. June 22, 1994 School bond issue falls 19% short. June 29, 1994 Schools ponder defeat of bonds. July 18, 1994 New method for obtaining degrees. July 25, 1994 Five vie for 3 seats on Bluffs school board; Three seeking to retain positions. September 11, 1994 Graduation guidelines changing for 1998. June 27, 1994
Ten Candidates Vie For Three Positions; Land Sale On Ballot. September 8, 1968 1969-70 Budget Presented To Bluffs Education Board; $8,058,159 Proposed. May 29, 1969 School Board Adopts Budget Over Dr. Marsh's Objection. July 9, 1969 Henry And Paulson To CB School Board; 1,967 Cast Ballots. September 9, 1969 Cutler Elected Head Of C.B. School Board; District In The Red. September 16, 1969 Banker, Two Doctors Elected To BOard. September 15, 1970 Budget Okayed By CB School Board. July 9, 1971 C.B. School Head Field Down To Ten. April 17, 1972 Action Deferred On School Budget. July 9, 1972 Dr. Lloyd Smith Elected President. September 19, 1972 Tentative 1973-74 School Budget Totals $12,298,152. November 21, 1972 Preliminary Budget Gets Board Okay. July 17, 1973 $13 Million School Budget Approved. August 7, 1973 Uhlhorn Is Picked As Board President. September 18, 1973 Hours In Private 'Not Excessive;' 27 Per Cent Of School Board's Time. June 29, 1975 School minority policy still in work stage after a year. February12, 1976 $20.8 million budget proposed for schools. February 29, 1976 Administrator salaries set. March 16, 1976 School Board okays bond election May 18. April 16, 1976 School board pair cries foul; claims Gregory shielded; Contract revisions not on meeting agenda. June 6, 1976 Board votes 5-2 to end law firm's association. December 14, 1976 School salaries still undecided. January 21, 1977 New budget $21 million for schools. February 22, 1977 Student count is down by 271. February 8, 1977 State aid dictates school tax. February 27, 1977 Board gives swift okay to $21,848,236 budget. March 8, 1977 District eyes EDA funding. November 2, 1977 Board encourages reading with kids. November 2, 1977 No feedback yet on reading plan. December 6, 1977 Camping gear gets okay but not course for credit. December 7, 1977 C.B. district may make residency requirement. January 15, 1978 School staff must live in C.B. district. January 17, 1978 Teachers to consider pact. February 23, 1978 Teacher contract includes 6.7% hike. March 5, 1978 Board okays hikes for administrators. March 7, 1978 School head post draws 110 applicants. April 12, 1978 Board interviews candidates; 4 local people included. May 2, 1978 Residency policy 'a big obstacle.' June 20, 1978 Board to meet with top candidate; Superintendent decision near. June 8, 1978 Schools financial report; Assets hit $31 million. July 16, 1978 Administrative restructure OKed; In Bluffs schools...September 19, 1978 Board analyzes budget to learn more about expenses. August 8, 1978 New organization for admonitors. August 22, 1978 Eight seek C.B. board; Two to be elected. September 10, 1978 McLellan, Winchester top election. September 13, 1978 'Council Bluffs won', C.B. board winners echo. September 13, 1978 Moats leads C.B. board. September 19, 1978 School Board meeting gets birthday flavor. October 17, 1978 Board okays staff cuts. December 7, 1978 Schools to press suit over track. December 19, 1978 In-service planned for Bluffs special education. January 6, 1979 DPI report finds no discrimination; C.B. schools checked. January 11, 1979 Fact-finder to hold Jan. 20 contract meet. January 12, 1979 Group dissatisfied with DPI report. January 12, 1979 Three-year pact for Raj Chopra. February 6, 1979 Cuts in staff revealed; Savings tagged at $160,000. February 6, 1979 Teachers coaxed to retire early. April 3, 1979 Schools change firm for auditing. April 17, 1979 School Board OKs new Wilson Junior High roof. May 22, 1979 School Board approves new early retiring plan. June 19, 1979 Architect charged to watch projects. June 20, 1979 Board hopefuls voice positions. August 19, 1979 School forum is tonight. September 6, 1979 Administrator change debated; Board candidates express views. September 7, 1979 Moats raised most in race. September 8, 1979 School Board seeking building lease conclusion. October 2, 1979 School ceiling bid approved. October 3, 1979 Suit filed over closed meetings. October 5, 1979 No closed meet on Kennedy school. October 9, 1979 Dismissal sought of meeting suit. October 23, 1979 C.B. schools eye 11.4 percent jump. March 16, 1980 CB Schools budget OK'd. March 18, 1980 School Board approves uniform code of conduct. May 16, 1980 Rules on handicapped delay architect choice for multi-purpose rooms. June 10, 1980 Suit against board given trial date. September 13, 1980 Suit against board could be dropped. October 4, 1980 Board accepts bid on school project. October 22, 1980 Decision cut suit cost. November 4, 1980 School land sale approved. November 5, 1980 Plaintiff: School suit reached board. November 5, 1980 Board's opening offer is to end base pay scale. November 13, 1980 School employees to get past insurance refunds. November 19, 1980 Board requests for easement, equipment. June 17, 1981 School district's budget future is not rosy. June 18, 1991 Board weighing McVoy invitation. September 20, 1981 Bluffs School Board invites Omahans over. October 6, 1981 Bluffs, Omaha boards meet; like the idea. October 17, 1981 Board gives raises to secretaries, clerks, aides. December 17, 1981 School test results here show decrease in ranking. January 5, 1982 Agreement on school pacts; 8.5% raise. January 10, 1982 Teaching position cuts seen for Bluffs schools. January 20, 1982 Test scores not rigged; C.B. officials defend scores. January 21, 1982 School belt-tightening ahead. January 26, 1982 Group offers $300 to schools in wake of prayer decision. February 3, 1982 Chopra contract extended. February 3, 1982 McLellan sees serious school funding problems. February 3, 1982 School tax levy to show a drop. February 17, 1982 More teachers axed; some may be rehired. April 9, 1982 School board says no to vote on 'creationism'. August 5, 1982 School board no longer the 'best show' in town. May 2, 1982 Nelson, Cutler to school board. May 5, 1982 School Board considers consultants for search. July 22, 1982 Firm hired to seek school head. August 4, 1982 School Board candidates field variety of questions. September 10, 1982 Cutler, Nelson, Monroe victors. September 15, 1982 Bids fall short of school lands' worth. January 26, 1984 Architect selected by C.B. schools. February 3, 1984 School eyes gambling license. February 6, 1984 No gambling for schools. February 8, 1984 Smoking policy changed. February 8, 1984 Board to extinguish cigarettes? February 20, 1984 'People' top priority in school budget; C.B. board discusses $31.6 million plan. February 29, 1984 Bluffs School Board OKs 1984-85 budget. March 7, 1989 Price tag for T.J. and A.L. work near double. March 22, 1984 School renovations price $5.5 million; C.B. School Board approves funding. March 23, 1984 Goals given tentative OK by School Board. March 28, 1984 School board may buy land. April 9, 1984 Teachers will get tryout. April 29, 1984 Board eyes new member. May 16, 1984 New school board member to be announced Tuesday? June 18, 1984 Madison loses third graders. June 20, 1984 School board honors trio for contributions. June 20, 1984 Board to set hearing date. July 5, 1984 Hearing on notes sale schedules for July 17. July 6, 1984 Maneuvering for school board seats to begin. July 7, 1984 School board filings scarce. August 1, 1984 Substitute teachers get $ raise. August 22, 1984 Cooperation pays off for B luffs bands. August 22, 1984 C.B. schools receive grant. August 31, 1984 School board on basketball: Gimme five! September 18, 1984 T.J. parents ask board for tunnel. September 18, 1984 School board chooses Peterson as president. September 18, 1984 C.B. school board to discuss lawsuits. September 24, 1984 C.B. schools may add soccer. October 2, 1984 C.B. teachers request 13.8% base pay hjke. October 16, 1984 Teachers offered 1.5% raise. October 30, 1984 Council Bluffs teachers study writing program. October 24, 1984 Superintendent 'evaluation' set. November 7, 1984 'Cornball' method works, educator tells teachers. November 15, 1984 Ninth graders subject of school board talk. November 21, 1984 Schools may turn to computers. Decmeber 6, 1984 C.B. students may need more credits to graduate. December 6, 1984 School board OK's new band uniforms; parents to pay half. January 16, 1985 C.B. Schools to auction property. January 24, 1985 Civil rights officer hears age complaints. January 24, 1985 Educators say they oppose bill to change elections. January 31, 1985 Sale of properties to be school board topic. February 4, 1985 Senate approves school loan bill. February 5, 1985 Board sells two lots, keeps two. February 6, 1985 ninth grade move proves to be puzzle. February 7, 1985 Gioiello to retire; board to act on layoffs next week. March 20, 1985 Mall's dirt may be dumped at school. May 15, 1985 Board set to vote on contract with city over use of land strip. May 28, 1985 Lepley pay set at $64,680. June 21, 1985 Board permits General Growth to use property. July 3, 1985 C.B. schools appeal age ruling. July 11, 1985 School site sale to be on ballot. July 17, 1985 Cutler to step down from school board. July 19, 1985 Inservice program to be considered. August 19, 1985 Wilson principal gets OK; inservice program approved. August 21, 1985 Adult classes being this week. September 5, 1985 Board moves question of funding for gifted to DPI. October 16, 1985 Asbestos fine likely to be reduced. December 12, 1985 School committee adopts new goals for high school students. December 13, 1985 C.B. board passes new set of goals for high schools. December 18, 1985 Board modifies requirements. January 8, 1986 C.B. Schools responds to call for budget cuts. January 8, 1986 It's decision time for school budget. March 4, 1986 Board expands computer program. May 7, 1986 Schools file answer in construction lawsuit. June 18, 1986 C.B. board OKs formation of task force on efficiency. June 19, 1986 Bluffs school district sets goals. August 20, 1986 Two seek one0year school terms. September 5, 1986 Schools to ask zoning change for Bennett Lot. June 9, 1987 Board mulls teacher merit raises. June 17, 1987 Bluffs schools agree to pay ex-teacher $40,000 to end suit. June 17, 1987 School service workers offered 5-cent pay raise. November 13, 1987 C.B. School officials to consider early retirement incentive plans. November 16, 1989 New vocational program OK'd for C.B. Schools. November 18, 1987 Plan for teacher raises presented to C.B. board. December 2, 1987 C.B. schools appoint Christie to interim post. December 16, 1987 After school program gets $10,000 grant. August 2, 1988 School-aid hearing added at C.B. August 31, 1988 C.B., L.C. presidents have 25 years' service. September 21, 1988 Delay sought for asbestos plan. October 3, 1988 Grocery donates 5 p t. of bill to C.B. schools. October 2, 1988 C.B. board will review asbestos plan. October 15, 1988 Cost reduction OK'd in removal of A.L. asbestos. November 16, 1988 Faust to fill C.B. school board post. January 13, 1989 Four teacher jobs cut by C.B. school board. March 22, 1989 4 free-lunch sites added for summer. May 24, 1989 Cuts needed in elementary repair plans. December 5, 1989 Safe Walk to school set Thursday. August 8, 1990 Petitions knock out tax portion of school issue. August 22, 1990 Marsh, Brandenburg top vote getters for C.B school posts. September 12, 1990 C.B. board may televise meetings. December 19, 1990 School programs reduce dropout rate. December 20, 1990 Winter suggests increased public access to C.B. board. February 20, 1991 Panels to help plan for changes at 6 C.B. schools. February 20, 1991 Service workers agreement. March 5, 1991 School budget OK'd tax levy up to 59 cents. March 6, 1991 28¢ raises OK'd for school communication workers. March 20, 1991 17 C.B. teachers are paid $133,054 to retire early. March 20, 1991 Board to cancel sub-teacher pacts. April 1, 1991 C.B. Board will review public-comment policy. April 3, 1991 C.B. Schools seeks to narrow east-west gap in test scores. April 10, 1991 Marsh questions lunch bills. April 3, 1991 11 applicants seek board post. April 26, 1991 School board to discuss strategy for pay, benefits. May 7, 1991 C.B. honors retiring teachers. May 14, 1991 Board is told administrators intimidate 'problem parents'. May 22, 1991 Curley asks for open school forum. May 22, 1991 C.B. board denies request to place names on bills. May 24, 1991 Students taught 'I can'. June 3, 1991 Summer lunch program gears up. June 4, 1991 Problem students success. June 4, 1991 Christie proposes 7.3% raise package for administrators. June 17, 1991 Bluffs dropout rate cut in half. June 18, 1991 Summer lunches. 'It's free, and it's not much of a hassle for my mom'. June 24, 1991 Three seats open on C.B. and L.C. boards; School board races take shape. July 14, 1991 More students missed classes last year. July 16, 1991 Stiffer penalties seen for student offenses. July 16, 1991 Cummings proposes school reform. July 17, 1991 Board changes public-comment policy. July 17, 1991 Ryba takes out papers for board. July 21, 1991 C.B. Board to appoint replacement for Marsh. August 20, 1991 Board members unhappy with bidding policy. August 21, 1991 School may pay claims for baseball damage. August 21, 1991 Two pick up school post applications. August 22, 1991 School post pulls 7 hopefuls. August 23, 1991 Committee still reviewing school board applicants. August 27, 1991 Petersen to fill Bluffs school post. August 28, 1991 Four run in C.B. School Board race. September 8, 1991 Ryba gains C.B. post, 2 incumbents re-elected. September 11, 1991 Enrollment projections to figure in school projects. November 5, 1991 Man, hospital nominated for state volunteer award. December 26, 1991 Bluffs schools eye 4,7% revenue rise. January 22, 1992 Alternative center eyed for junior high. February 12, 1992 Bluffs schools won't add classroom days. February 12, 1992 Tax hike eyed for special-ed deficit. February 12, 1992 Board mixed on levy rise at schools. February 27, 1992 Schools expect $400,000 cut in state funds. February 27, 1992 School board avoids delay, OKs budget. March 11, 1992 School board supports city property deal. April 8, 1992 Teachers say program spurs student growth. April 8, 1992 Bluffs School Board expels two students for semester. May 2, 1992 Board to decide on Channel One classroom TV. July 21, 1992 3 school races assured. July 20, 1992 Bluffs school board to vote on new league. April 19, 1993 School board approves budget. April 6, 1994 Group recommends $20.2M school bond issue. April 13, 1994 Teacher pay hikes approved. April 20, 1994 School baord candidates file. August 5, 1994
Hopes high for home for globe. January 28, 1985 Williamsburg man is hired to head school career center. June 23, 1989 Globe will get lights. October 17, 1989
Council Bluffs Schools--Carter Lake Elementary School
Council Bluffs Schools--DeForest Elementary
C.B. Schools--DeForest Elementary School 2912 9th Ave.
Delays Acceptance Of De Forest School Plans; Board Asks Several Changes. May 22, 1956 School To Face On 9th Avenue; Decision Made By Board On DeForest. June 19, 1956 DeForest School To Cost $22,264 Under Estimate; Board Lets Construction Contracts. October 19, 1956 Promise Buses TO Solve DeForest Mud Problem; Rains Delay Sidewalk Construction. August 30, 1957 New DeForest School. September 29, 1957 De Forest 'Proud' New School Bears HIs Name; Westside Structure Dedicated. May 16, 1958 Honor Award To DeForest School; One Of Three Picked By Nebraska Ass. December 13, 1959 Don your t-shirt. September 15, 1978 DeForest top safety patrol. May 12, 1979 DeForest patrol honored. May 26, 1979 Super safety patrol. June 2, 1979 Lessons from daily life at DeForest; Multi-purpose room construction. November 8, 1980 10-year-old's wish brings special swing to DeForest. September 6, 1985
Fremont County Hamlet of Knox was Once A Thriving Community - Only Memories And General Store Remain . . . May 20, 1956 Plant Is A Family Operation - Furniture Is Big In Tiny Knox April 29, 1973
KOIL Station, Which Will Be Dedicated Tonight July 10, 1925 KOIL Station Is Formally On Air - The Dedicatory Program Is Heard By Thousands Through Middle West July 11, 1925 At The Age Of 11 - Several Times A Pioneer - KOIL's Kandid Kamera July 26, 1936 KOIL Expects To Use New Station Within 90 Days - Ground Is Broken For Construction March 26, 1937 Pierces Sky May 30, 1937
Married In October Rite November 6, 1963 Kraschel To Run For County Atty. April 7, 1964 Six Democrats Win Court House Posts - Only Two GOP Candidates Survive November 4, 1964 Examining Results . . . November 4, 1964 County Attorney-Elect Aims Legal Guns At Three Targets - Sipped Sherry With Churchill November 15, 1964 Kraschel And Kunasek Name Staffs - Two New County Officials To Take Over Posts Jan. 4 December 20, 1964 Knitting Sweaters . . . January 10, 1965 Kraschel Named In 2 Court Suits March 27, 1965 Kraschel Did Not File Tax Returns - For 1963 And 1964 February 2, 1966 Did Not File State Return February 3, 1966 Kraschel Reorganizes County Staff - Caniglia To Leave; McCann Promoted; Two Others Named June 27, 1966 Urges Lifting Of Kraschel License - Group Censures Attorney June 30, 1966 Scalise May Ask Kraschel To Step Aside July 2, 1966 Kraschel Not To Run Again July 5, 1966 Won't Ask Kraschel To Leave July 5, 1966 Kraschel Back To Private Practice January 4, 1967 Upholds Suspension Of Kraschel's Law License - Iowa Supreme Court February 7, 1967 Park Board, Court Posts Are Filled March 4, 1969 Judge, Clerk Will Run For Election - On Nov. 4 Ballot June 15, 1969 Let's Chat . . . With Mrs. F.J. Kraschel July 6, 1969 Kraschel Threatens Resignation Over Open Meeting Rule September 22, 1971 Kraschel Still Undecided On Resigning From Board September 24, 1971 Kraschel Asks Dismissal From Welfare Suit January 20, 1972 SIx More Persons File For Two County Offices April 11, 1974 Attorney Hopefuls Answer Questions October 29, 1974 County Clerk Will Resign August 18, 1976 Mrs. Kraschel Heads Altrusa July 1, 1977