Students share a laugh before turning their tassels during the 2022 graduation ceremony at Moniteau High School. Butler Eagle File Photo

The issue seemed black and white: what color would the student body at Moniteau School District chose for graduation caps and gowns.

However, at the Monday, March 13, school board meeting, the subject, broached for confirmation by a parent, revealed a strong difference of opinion.

Dustin Thompson, co-principal of student affairs, confirmed that students will be voting to decide if the entire Class of 2023 will be wearing black or white graduation gowns.

At Moniteau, male students always have been clad in black caps and gowns at commencement, while females traditionally have worn white.