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Board approves girls volleyball merger with River Valley Schools

New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education · January 27, 2025
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Summary

To expand participation and field multiple squads, the board approved a girls volleyball sports merger with neighboring River Valley Schools; board members said the merger could support freshman, JV and varsity levels but facility needs are under review.

The board voted to approve a girls volleyball merger with River Valley Schools, a move recommended jointly by the Superintendent and Athletic Director. The motion (Thun; Summers) passed with all ayes.

Superintendent Adam Bowen referenced facility planning tied to the merger and related athletic improvements, saying the district hopes that combining programs will allow "freshman, JV, and varsity teams." The district will coordinate schedules and facility needs with River Valley and review practice and game fields as the combined program develops.