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Keller ISD Middle School Relocates Temporarily Due to Construction

2024-12-05

District officials have confirmed that a Keller ISD middle school will be temporarily moving to a nearby vacated campus while repairs continue on its original building. Fossil Hill Middle School has been closed since Thanksgiving break when a re-roofing project led to debris that damaged the interior.

Top Priority: Student and Staff Safety

A school district spokesperson emphasized in an email on Thursday that the safety of students and staff is of utmost importance. They are grateful to have a nearby facility available to minimize disruption to student learning. Classes were initially expected to resume on Thursday but were postponed. An assessment determined that additional repairs were needed, and classes will now resume on December 11 at the temporary location within the district.

Impact on Extracurricular Activities

Parents of students involved in athletics, fine arts, or other extracurricular activities have been asked to stay tuned for additional communication from program directors and coaches regarding competitions or performances. This ensures that students can continue to participate in these activities despite the temporary relocation.

Details of the Re-roofing Project

The re-roofing project that caused the damage was extensive. Debris from the roofing work found its way into the school, affecting the interior. This incident highlights the importance of proper construction and maintenance procedures to avoid such disruptions. The district is taking steps to ensure that similar issues do not occur in the future.

Comparison with Other Volleyball Teams

In other related news, Allen upset Keller in 5 sets to secure a spot in the state semifinal. It was just the second five-setter of the season for the Eagles and the first for the Indians. Additionally, a breakdown of every Dallas-area volleyball team in the UIL regional finals is available, including teams like Trophy Club Byron Nelson, Lovejoy, and Aubrey. Volleyball playoff preview also provides insights into the top storylines, teams, and players to watch, as well as the best matches. For example, see how the Class 6A playoff brackets compare and how Sunset has made a remarkable turnaround.

Today's commodity markets have shown a mix of movements. March corn has seen an increase of 1¾¢, indicating a positive trend in the corn market. January soybeans have also gained 6¾¢, suggesting a boost in soybean prices. Additionally, March wheat contracts are on the rise, with CBOT wheat up 5¾¢, KC wheat up 7¼¢, and Minneapolis wheat up 7¼¢. This morning's announcements from the USDA have had a significant impact on the market.

USDA Announcements and Their Implications

The USDA announced that China is purchasing 136,000 metric tons of soybeans for the 2024/2025 marketing year. This news is likely to have a positive effect on soybean prices. Moreover, the weekly U.S. Export Sales report for the week ending Nov. 28 was released. Regarding corn, net U.S. corn export sales for the week came in at 69.1 million bushels, surpassing trade expectations and providing support for corn prices. It's important to note that this was for a holiday-shortened week. In the case of soybeans, net weekly export sales were 85 million bushels, near the high end of trade expectations and slightly down from the previous week's large sales. This indicates a relatively stable market. For wheat, net weekly export sales were 13.9 million bushels, in line with trade expectations and slightly above the previous week's sales. Overall, the sales data seems to have a neutral impact on wheat futures.

Impact on Live Cattle and Feeder Cattle

February live cattle are down 38¢ this morning, showing a downward trend in the live cattle market. January feeder cattle are also down 25¢, suggesting a similar situation in the feeder cattle market. These movements may be influenced by various factors in the overall market environment.

Movement in Crude Oil and Stock Index Futures

January crude oil is up 20¢, indicating a positive movement in the crude oil market. However, the U.S. Dollar Index December contract is down to 105.90, which could have implications for other markets. December S&P 500 futures are down 1 point, and December Dow futures are down 45 points, suggesting some weakness in the stock market. These fluctuations in different markets highlight the complexity and interrelationships within the commodity and financial markets.

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