The Knoxville School Board approved a memorandum of understanding for participation in “Race to the Top” at their meeting this week. Iowa was not selected for inclusion for the initial group of states but could be selected for the grant this summer. Superintendent Dr. Randy Flack says if Iowa is approved the school will have to submit more information as to how they would use the funds. He says though it has been a controversial issue in many districts due to possible decrease of control, the Knoxville school district cannot afford to turn down a minimum of $309,000 if Iowa’s application is approved.