S&P Global Ratings assigned its 'AA+' long-term rating to Mount Vernon R-V School District of Lawrence County, Mo.'s $1.5 million series 2021 general obligation (GO) bonds. The outlook is stable. The bond proceeds will be used to various safety; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; and capital enhancements. The long-term rating reflects our assessment of the district's eligibility for, and participation in, the Missouri Direct Deposit of State Aid program. The state credit enhancement rating is one notch below the Missouri GO rating (AAA/Stable), reflecting: Our view of state aid appropriation risks, which are partly mitigated by strong state support for the program and consistent and well-established state aid funding; Our expectation that maximum annual debt service coverage on all parity