Missouri governor warned about controversial education bill
The wide-ranging bill would allow charter schools in Boone County, but districts there say the expansion would drain district resources.
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The wide-ranging bill would allow charter schools in Boone County, but districts there say the expansion would drain district resources.
Missouri's omnibus education bill, allowing charter schools to expand into Boone County, could cost Columbia Public Schools $13 million.
A new school in southwest Columbia will be ready for use for 750 students in the fall of 2026.
The Columbia School Board voted to approve adding weapons detection systems to the district's high schools.
Boone County voters passed Proposition 1 on Tuesday, calling for a tax freeze for certain senior citizens.