The Sentinel Echo, London, Ky.

Expansions to the two county high school cafeterias were discussed and approved during Monday's meeting of the Laurel County Schools Board of Education.

Doug Bennett said the 20,000 square foot addition would range around $5.7 million but would give the school a big transformation. The project will add 3,000 square feet to the existing cafeteria. The board voted to advertise for bids.

Bennett explained that the approval process through the Kentucky Department of Education would be streamlined if the district opts in to House Bill 678. Bennett told the board members that the project was held back until approval was granted. The new procedure will allow for a quicker response to proposals.

The school system's board of directors selected Cloyd & ASSOCIATES to continue providing audits.

They were the only responders to the RFP and have done a good job for us in the past. They look at our finances. They are thorough.

Finance Manager Adam Hooker explained that the auditors varied from year to year, when board member John Begley asked if the same auditors performed the review each year.

The board approved the creation of a Family Resource Director at Keavy/Cold Hill Elementary, a preschool assistant for London Elementary, and an attendance clerk at Keavy Elementary. Three Special Needs Assistants and a counselor position were approved for the district.

Lucas Johnson was recognized by Bennett for his acceptance into the Gatton Academy for Mathematics and Science. 95 sophomore students are inducted into the program where they complete their junior and senior years of high school while also earning college credits. The selection is based on a number of factors.

The South Laurel Middle School Governor's Cup academic team was also recognized. The group won their district and regional competition and scored high in the state championship. Four students placed in the Top 10 scores in the state competition, breaking the school's record.

Other actions were included.

There is a dual credit memorandum agreement between Southeast Kentucky Community and Technical College and the center for innovation.

Memorandum of understanding with the organization.

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