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School Board
Stay up to date with everything going on at McCook Public Schools (MPS). Monthly meetings take place the second Monday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Junior High Conference Room.


Community Generosity and Safety Excellence Highlight McCook School Board Meeting
November 10, 2025 McCOOK Neb. — The McCook Board of Education met Monday evening for its regular monthly meeting. Key highlights and actions included: Student & Staff Updates Science Trip Approved: McCook High School Science Teacher Mr. Cory Degnan received board approval for a nine-day summer field school through Wyoming and South Dakota. Students will study geology, ecosystems, and Indigenous history in a hands-on outdoor learning experience. CTE Class Additions: Tanner Ung

Anna LaBay
Nov 112 min read
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School Board Considers Grading Scale Changes, Reviews JAG Program and Library Concerns
McCOOK, Neb. — Possible changes to McCook High School’s grading system were a key topic at Monday’s school board meeting. Superintendent Grant Norgaard reported that the district will review its current seven-point grading scale — in place for about two decades — as many Nebraska schools have transitioned to a ten-point scale to help students remain more competitive for college admissions and scholarships. Any proposed updates will involve input from teachers, administrators

Anna LaBay
Oct 142 min read
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McCook school board OKs 2025–26 budget, welcomes student member Quinn Taylor
September 9, 2025 McCOOK Neb. — The McCook Board of Education approved the district’s 2025–26 budget and tax request Monday night after...

Anna LaBay
Sep 92 min read
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McCook School Board to Swear In Student Member, Approve Budget and Tax Requests at September 8 Meeting
September 7, 2025 McCOOK Neb. — The Board of Education will meet Monday, September 8, immediately following the district’s annual budget...

Anna LaBay
Sep 72 min read
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McCook School Board Reviews Back-to-School Plans, Accepts $1,015 Donation for NORE Group
McCOOK, Neb. — The McCook Public Schools Board of Education held its regular August meeting Monday evening, covering preparations for the...

Anna LaBay
Aug 123 min read
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McCook School Board to Meet Monday
McCOOK, Neb. — The McCook Board of Education will hold its regular monthly meeting Monday, Aug. 11, at 6 p.m. in the Junior High...

Anna LaBay
Aug 101 min read
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McCook School Board Reviews Policies, Hears Student Trip Feedback, and Discusses Summer Programs
McCOOK, Neb. – The McCook Public Schools Board of Education held its regular July meeting Monday night, covering policy updates required...

Anna LaBay
Jul 152 min read
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McCook Public Schools to Seek Second Bond
McCook, Neb.– The McCook School Board is moving forward with a second attempt to pass a bond issue, aiming to secure up to $42 million...

Anna LaBay
Jun 114 min read
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LB 390: Nebraska Schools to Provide Parents Access to Library Books
McCook Neb.abStarting in the 2026-27 school year, a new Nebraska law, LB 390, will require all school districts to publish online...

Anna LaBay
May 131 min read
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McCook School Board Hears Positive Evaluation, Addresses ELA Purchases and Federal Advocacy
McCook, NE – The McCook Public Schools Board of Education convened this evening, hearing reports on a recent external evaluation,...

Anna LaBay
Mar 122 min read
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School Board- Jan. 13, 2025
McCook Neb. – The McCook Board of Education began its meeting with the swearing-in of newly elected members. Incumbent and former Board...

Anna LaBay
Jan 153 min read
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