Poplar Bluff School Board Accepting Applications to Fill Vacancy

Residents can apply February 20 through March 6 to serve on the board through April 2027.

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

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The Poplar Bluff R-I School District is accepting applications from district residents to fill a school board vacancy created by the resignation of Board President Tim Gaebler. Applicants can apply in person at the superintendent's office from February 20 through March 6 during regular business hours.

Why it matters

School board members play a crucial role in setting policies and overseeing the education of local students. This vacancy provides an opportunity for a Poplar Bluff resident to get involved in the community and help shape the future of the school district.

The details

The board vacancy follows the district's policy on filling board vacancies, which states that remaining members will appoint a person to serve until the next school board election. The director elected at that time will complete the unexpired term. The application period is open from February 20 through March 6, with no applications accepted during the lunch hour or on days when schools or district offices are closed.

  • Applications will be accepted starting Friday, February 20, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • The final day to apply is Friday, March 6, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The players

Tim Gaebler

The former president of the Poplar Bluff R-I School District board of education, who recently resigned from his position.

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What’s next

The board will appoint a new member to serve on the board until the next school board election in April 2027.

The takeaway

This vacancy provides an opportunity for a Poplar Bluff resident to get involved in the local school district and help shape the future of education in the community.