The Morgan County Board of Education voted unanimously to accept the resignation of District 1 representative Billy Rhodes, effective July 2025, and several board members offered tributes to his years of service.

Superintendent Glenn moved the item to accept the resignation; the motion was seconded and passed with no recorded opposition. Following the vote, multiple board members spoke in praise of Rhodes, describing him as passionate about Morgan County Schools and West Morgan in particular.

Board comments noted Rhodes’s longtime involvement in the district as an educator and administrator, and several speakers singled out projects he championed, including the construction of West Morgan Elementary School and a new high school. Members praised his advocacy for students, teachers and athletes and recalled personal anecdotes about his service and personality.

The board did not announce a replacement process at the meeting; no appointment was recorded. The resignation will take effect in July 2025, and the board noted its appreciation for Rhodes’s service to the district.