Water saving measures implemented by the Caney School District are working.

 During last night's meeting, it was learned that water use at the high school has dropped from a daily average of 7,000 gallons to around 1,000 gallons a day, while water usage at the elementary school has dropped from close to 3,000 gallons a day to around 750. Superintendent Blake Vargas says he's proud of students and staff for their sacrifices made.

 Vargas says water meters are being checked daily by building principals, with tests being conducted on how much water is being used by items such as showers and toilets. He says the district will have more accurate numbers because of those tests.

 With the uncertainty of the water situation in Caney, Vargas says meetings with local, state and federal agencies continue.

 In other business, the board approved the replacement of a bus with a blown engine with a used bus, with the cost not to exceed $80,000. Attendance numbers were also discussed, with an announcement of 52 perfect attendance students in the high school; meaning, no absences or tardies.