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KCK school board to meet today

The Kansas City, Kansas, Board of Education will meet at 5 p.m. today, Sept. 27.

The meeting will be in the third floor board room of the Central Office and Training Center, 2010 N. 59th St., Kansas City, Kansas.

Among the items on the agenda will be reports on grab-and-go books for at-home literacy support; Aspirational Insights contract; roofing repairs material purchase; and a capital improvement plan update.

Several other items are on the agenda, including approval of the Instructure subscription; approval of the KCK Middle School Crown Program agreement; and approval of renewing the health insurance provider.

Policy changes also are on the agenda. Three are on the “third read,” meaning they are being considered for a final vote. One policy change would allow students to graduate with 21, instead of the current 25 academic credits, with a minimum enrollment in seven semesters.

Another policy change states that school-provided transportation will be available to and from school for students who qualify. The wording was changed from “bus” to “school-provided,” and from “provided” to “available.” When transportation is provided, participating students cannot drive personal vehicles to and from district activities during or after school unless it is authorized in writing by the parent or guardian.

There also is a policy change concerning textbooks, instructional materials and media centers, stating a review policy for students, parents or legal guardians of students currently enrolled who have a complaint about textbooks, media center or instructional materials. A review process is outlined through teachers, media specialists, principals, administrators, the superintendent’s office and the board of education.

There are four closed, executive sessions listed, including one relating to security measures, and others on personnel.

Several other items are on the agenda. The agenda is at https://go.boarddocs.com/ks/kckps/Board.nsf/vpublic?open#.

The meeting can be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/lFbYMZLLJbY.

Today’s high to be near 80

There is the possibility of frost to the north of the area on Wednesday morning. (National Weather Service graphic)

Fall temperatures and dry conditions continue this week, according to the National Weather Service forecast.

Today’s high of 80 will be the highest temperature here this week, the weather service said.

The high will drop to near 69 on Wednesday before climbing back into the 70s for the rest of the week, according to the forecast.

Wyandotte County could see a low of 48 tonight, but in the northern part of the area, frost is possible with cooler air moving in Tuesday through Wednesday, the weather service said. Those who have sensitive vegetation should be ready for the possibility of frost Wednesday morning.

Today, it will be sunny, with a high near 80, the weather service said. A calm wind will become north around 6 mph in the afternoon.

Tonight, it will be clear, with a low of 48 and a northeast wind of 7 to 9 mph, according to the weather service.

Wednesday, it will be sunny, with a high near 69 and an east wind of 7 to 9 mph, the weather service said.

Wednesday night, it will be clear, with a low of 44 and an east wind of 5 to 7 mph, according to the weather service.

Thursday, it will be sunny, with a high near 72 and a southeast wind of 5 to 9 mph, the weather service said.

Thursday night, it will be clear, with a low of 48, according to the weather service.

Friday, it will be sunny, with a high near 75, the weather service said.

Friday night, it will be mostly clear, with a low of 48, according to the weather service.

Saturday, it will be sunny, with a high near 77, the weather service said.

Saturday night, it will be mostly clear, with a low of 50, according to the weather service.

Sunday, it will be sunny, with a high near 76, the weather service said.

Sunday night, it will be mostly clear, with a low of 52, according to the weather service.

Monday, it will be sunny, with a high near 77, the weather service said.

For more weather information, visit www.weather.gov.

Kansas City Current secures first playoff berth with 3-0 win

Midfielder Lo’eau LaBonta blasted a pass from Kate Del Fava into the goal for a 1-0 Kansas City lead. The Current won the match 3-0, locking in a spot in the upcoming NWSL playoffs. (Photo copyright 2022 by Brian Turrel)

by Brian Turrel

The Kansas City Current locked down an NWSL playoff spot — the first in team history — with a 3-0 win over the Washington Spirit at Children’s Mercy Park Sunday afternoon. After early season disappointments left the team at the bottom of the standings, the Current still has the chance to finish on top.

Nearly ten thousand fans enjoyed the warm early fall weather and bright sunshine, and Lo’eau LaBonta, CeCe Kizer and Clair Lavogez each scored first-half goals to ensure the crowd enjoyed the outcome as well.

The Current pressed high in the early going and created some high-quality chances. CeCe Kizer was aggressive in taking on Spirit dribblers in their own end, and Claire Lavogez won possessions by anticipating and disrupting Washington’s passing lanes.

Kansas City had some great chances in the first few minutes, but was denied by three great saves from Washington goalkeeper Aubrey Kingsbury.

LaBonta finally got the home side on the board in the 18th minute on a full-field build-up. After the ball crossed the midway line, Alex Loera played it up the right side to Kate Del Fava who beat a challenge from defender Julia Roddar and then lofted a cross to Lo’eau LaBonta centered just outside the 18-yard box.

LaBonta took a touch to settle the ball and then turned on it, blasting it high into the right corner of the goal.

The Current continued the offensive pressure, but mis-timed two opportunities in quick succession, leading to apparent goals waved off for offsides.

Kizer earned the second goal for the Current in the 38th minute, picking up the rebound of a corner kick from Loera and knocking it in from the 6-yard line.

Claire Lavogez wrapped the scoring action just 3 minutes later, picking up Kristen Hamilton’s pass from the endline and tapping it past Kingsbury from close range.

The Spirit made substitutions through the second half and continued to press for a goal, holding possession for long stretches but unable to create dangerous chances against Kansas City’s defense.

The Current will play its final regular season match next Sunday against Louisville FC. Kansas City holds third place in the standings, but final playoff seeding and scheduling will depend on the next week’s outcomes. The top six teams make the playoffs, and the top four will play host to at least one playoff match.