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Operations department highlights custodial certifications, in‑house facility upgrades and improved retention

5892084 · October 3, 2025
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Director Gary Getz reported custodial staff achievements (gold‑seal certifications and MSPMA core certification), recent in‑house facilities projects at Matthews and at the high‑school throwing area, and said custodial vacancies have stabilized with four openings and active recruitment.

Gary Getz, director of operations for the district, presented a two‑year program evaluation for the operations department and highlighted staff professional development, facility projects and staffing status.

Getz said custodian professional development has been a priority. He told the board the district now has six custodians who have earned a DESE‑associated gold‑seal award after completing workshops and an essay review process. He also noted that custodial supervisor training under the Missouri School Plant Management Association (MSPMA) has produced…

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