Jefferson City Board of Education president resigns

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ)

The president of the Jefferson City Board of Education has resigned, effective at the start of December.

The board will review Erika Leonard's resignation letter and talk about the potential board vacancy at its meeting on Wednesday.

Leonard, in a letter posted with the meeting agenda, writes that she decided to resign because she wants to devote more time to her job and family.

"Balancing these commitments alongside board service has become increasingly difficult," she wrote. "Resigning is the most responsible choice to honor my professional commitments and be present for my children's activities."

Leonard was first elected in 2022. Her term was set to expire in 2028.

Three board seats, not including Leonard's, are up for election in April.