CONWAY — With the reduction of an administrative position at Kennett High in the proposed 2026-27 budget, officials see this as an opportunity to restructure other leadership positions at the grade 9-12 school.
Superintendent Aimee Frechette received wide support from the Conway School Board when she unveiled her new visition at their Jan. 12 meeting.
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