Delta School Board: Kenny Burnett

Name: Kenny M. Burnett

Year of birth: 1962

Place of birth: Cape Girardeau

Spouse, children's names: Sandy Burnett, wife; Krystal and Kendra, children

Occupation: Building manufacturing and construction

Employer: Stockade Buildings Inc.

Businesses owned, all or part: Burnett Rental Properties

Previous offices held or sought: Vice president, Delta School Board

1. What is the most important issue facing the Delta School District? School funding always seems to be an important issue this time of the year. The board is concerned whether or not the foundation formula will be properly funded.

2. Funding the increase to the school foundation formula is a point of debate among state politicians. What should the district do to prepare for a potential shortfall in funding? The school district is in very good financial condition at this time and has been for several years. I don't think that there needs to be any major changes made to the school budget at this time. However, I think that the school will need to be in the maintain mode for the next year or so providing the needs of the district and putting off expenditures that are not essential at the time. Looking for ways to cut expenses and waste will need to be a priority if the state fails to provide school districts with the funds that they need.

3. What in your background or education makes you qualified for this office? I am a lifelong member of the community and a graduate from Delta High School. I have been involved with and have supported the youth leagues in the area for several years. The years that I have served on the board of education have helped me understand what it takes for a small school district to provide a quality education to its students and a safe and enjoyable learning environment all while working with a balanced budget. I bring valuable experience and an open-minded attitude to the board.