Retirement Announcement

Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education. sent this bulletin at 05/14/2026 12:33 PM CDT

After 26 rewarding years of service with the State of Missouri, I will be retiring, effective June 1, 2026.

This decision comes with mixed emotions. Serving the people of Missouri has been an incredible journey filled with growth, challenges, meaningful accomplishments, and lasting friendships. I am deeply grateful for the opportunities I’ve been given and for the many relationships I’ve built throughout my career.

Working alongside such talented, dedicated, and passionate individuals has been one of the greatest privileges of my professional life. I am proud of all we have accomplished together and confident that the State of Missouri will continue to thrive in the years ahead.

Thank you to everyone who has been part of this remarkable journey.

Sincerely,

Kelli Jones

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Director of Civil Rights Compliance and MOA Coordinator (Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADAAA/Age Act/GINA/USDA Title VI), 7th Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-522-1775 or TTY 800-735-2966; fax number 573-522-4883; email civilrights@dese.mo.gov.

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