(KLZA)--The Johnson-Brock Board of Education heard an update on the coronavirus from Superintendent Jeff Koehler Monday evening.

Koehler reported he ahs been in contact with the Nebraska Department of Education and ESU4   regarding the issue.   Koehler advised that the situation is being monitored and the school district will follow recommendation from the Southeast District Health Department.

Presentations were made by student George Guhde-Egger.  His project citizen presentation recommended a new drivers education vehicle be purchased and he shared recommendation on  the model to purchase as well as safety and crash test ratings. 

Students Jenny Gutierrez and Ali Beutler also shared their project citizen report which looked into the possibility of offering midterm graduation and an early release to attend work.

The Board approved a contract for Special Education Services for the 2020-21 school year in am amount of $193,635.  A teaching contract  with Kimberly Vogt or the next school y ear was also approved.