Hume R-8 School Board meets in regular session

The Hume R-8 School Board met in a regular session at 7:30 p.m. on March 8, in the FACS room. Board President Josh Rogers called the meeting to order.

During the meeting, the senior class presented a slideshow to the board, reviewing the itinerary and costs associated with each day of their upcoming senior trip to Orlando, Fla. The board complimented the class on their presentation.

Superintendent Scott Morrison provided a report, which included updates on various topics such as a salary schedule review, bus repairs, and potential funds for an additional counselor. The district also received $500 for the athletic department.

In new business, the board unanimously approved the senior trip, the resignation of Ashlee Jennings effective at the end of the 2022-2023 school year, and the OPAA renewal for 2023-2024. The board also unanimously approved the 2023-2024 calendar.

Morrison presented bids for gym renovation to the board, and the board ultimately approved the bid from Houk Construction ($62,000) and DMR Electric ($11,000) to renovate the south and north ends of the gym.

The board also approved the hiring of Delaina Kellhofer, Charity Walker, and Tiffany Mellenbruch for the 2023-2024 school year. Additionally, a plaque was presented to Mark Byrd in recognition of his years of service on the Hume R-8 School Board.

The meeting concluded with the announcement of a scheduled CSIP meeting and the reading of the junior prom invitation. The board then unanimously voted to adjourn the meeting.