(KNZA)--The South Brown County USD 430 Board of Education approved several hirings when they meet last week, and two outgoing board members were recognized.

The Board voted to hire Mikaela Lehew as a kindergarten teacher for the 2022-23 school year.

Julie Geiger was hired as the high school 9th-10th grade language arts teacher and Gary Sorensen as the high school college/career advisor.

In addition, the Board approved the hiring of Nick Dowell as the 9-12th grade activities director the 2022-23 school year and Marissa Blanton as high school secretary.

The action followed an executive session.

In other business, Board President Jason Selland and Superintendent Jason Cline each thanked outgoing board members Jacob Bruning and Jamie Bottom for their service on the board. Bruning and Bottom didn't seek re-election this fall.

Selby Rice was elected during the November general election to replace Bottom and Sarah Stirton was elected to replace Bruning.

The will take their seats on the board in January.