Joplin R-8 Board hires six teachers, accepts one resignation

During a closed session Tuesday, the Joplin R-8 Board of Education hired six teachers, accepted one resignation and hired 12 classified employees.

Certified Employments: Makenzie Stansbury, Lucinda Wilkinson, Cassandra Williams, SGM Kurt Hopson, Ann Reece, Taylor Warlick

Resignation: Paul Zerkel

Classified Employments: Michele Beckham, Sandy Dutton, Shawn Fowler, Joseph Graham, Tula Griffin, Lisa Johnson, DeseRae Lofton, Tamica Paul, Gary Severs, Jamie Smith, Bobby Jo Wade, Holly Whitley