McDowell to exit Jackson school board

JACKSON, Mo. -- School board member Vicki McDowell announced at Tuesday night's board meeting she will not be seeking re-election when her term expires in April.

McDowell, who will finish her ninth year on the board in April, said her work on the board was a wonderful community service opportunity.

Seniors will graduate on May 23. Dr. Ron Anderson, superintendent, said it will be the first time graduation would be held on a Thursday.

The decision was made after a parental survey reported 70 percent of those who voted chose May 23 over Sunday, May 26. Those dates were offered as options because the state track and field meet is scheduled for May 24 and 25.