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Board approves new hires and hears resignations as HR outlines staffing options

Cascade School District 5 Board of Education · August 15, 2025
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Summary

The board approved recommended certified hires for 2025–26, including Kariana Sorensen and Nolan Kramer; HR announced resignations of Athletic Director James Rice and staff member Kayla McVicker and described options to fill vacancies, including temporary hires and retirees.

The board considered a slate of personnel actions and approved a resolution to hire recommended certified staff for the 2025–26 school year. HR presented names in the packet, stating "There's 2 new hires to the district. It's Kariana Sorensen and, Nolan Kramer." The resolution to approve new hires (Resolution 8a) was moved, seconded and carried.

HR also announced two resignations: Athletic Director James Rice accepted a principal position elsewhere and Kayla McVicker is relocating out of state. HR reviewed options for coverage during recruitment, including holding a teacher to a TSBC-related 60-day requirement, contracting with EDUStaff for a long-term substitute, or assigning retired educators in a temporary role. The board was told interviews are tentatively scheduled as the district pursues replacements.