Jackson Board of Education action

The Jackson Board of Education took the following action at their regular meeting Tuesday, Sept. 24:

Approved amendments to the 2002-2003 budget based on new projections from the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Approved minor changes to 13 policies under the Missouri School Board Association's policy service.

Approved two five-year business agreements with Coca-Cola Bottling Company which will result in a total $34,000 donation to R.O. Hawkins Junior High and the soccer facility located at the junior high.

Authorized superintendent Dr. Ron Anderson to sign assurance agreements statements for state and federal special education programs.