Community Conversations

  • Hallsville School District Gears Up for Essential No-Tax Bond Issue in April

    On Community Conversations, Kellie Smothers speaks with first-year Hallsville Superintendent Tyler Walker about the specific improvements the No-Tax Bond Issue money will fund within the rapidly growing school district. Mr. Walker continues to organize and facilitate the district’s needs while expressing optimism and gratitude for being part of the growing community. Voters in the district will decide in April whether to proceed with the improvements outlined by Mr. Walker…


  • Montgomery County R-2 School Opens New Community Kitchen, Offering Student Certification While Attending

    Superintendent Dr. Tracy Bottoms visits with Kellie Smothers on Community Conversations, sharing details about the schools’ recently awarded grant through Pro-Start. Dr. Bottoms emphasized the Ag Science and Consumer Science Program’s hands-on approach and its role in preparing students for the workforce. The school recently added a commercial kitchen for students to make meals for the community, as part of its vocational learning. Dr. Bottoms explains:


  • Madison School District’s APR Score Ranks In Top 25% Statewide

    On Community Conversations, Kellie Smothers interviews Madison Superintendent Bryant Jones, who shares insights on how the district prepared for and enhanced their recent Annual Performance Report. Mr. Jones also delves into the district’s current focus on career readiness, technical education, college readiness, and registered youth apprenticeship programs for Madison school district students.


  • Moberly Area Community College Offers Area Students Dual Enrollment

    On Community Conversation, Kellie Smothers visits with Moberly Area Community College Director of Student Recruitment, Shannon Crist to discuss the Dual Enrollment Program. Recently scheduled visits to High Schools around Mid-Missouri offers eligible students the opportunity to take advantage of college credits while still in high school. Saving time and money for kids across the state.

    The full interview is below: