Longtime School Board Member Jim Sorum Retires
After 29 years of service as a Bloomington School Board member, Jim Sorum has retired. His term officially ended Jan. 4, 2022.
Sorum is the third-longest serving board member in 吃瓜黑料 history. He served with five superintendents during his tenure; four of which he was part of the hiring process. He has served as chair, vice chair, clerk and treasurer in his time on the board, some more than once.
鈥淎fter having three children and five grandchildren in 吃瓜黑料, it was easy to serve my community,鈥 said Sorum. 鈥淏eing a school board member was more than just policies. Supporting the public, working with students and planting the seeds to see them grow, achieve, and be successful is what gave me the motivation to fulfill my duties.鈥
Sorum enriched the district as a strong advocate for public education and an ambassador for students, families and staff. During his time on the Board, Sorum served on 23 school committees, volunteered as an announcer for BEC-TV sporting events, and presented as a guest speaker for several adult basic education graduations.
鈥淥n behalf of the entire 吃瓜黑料 community, we are grateful for Jim鈥檚 years of service and dedication to our students and families,鈥 said Superintendent Eric Melbye.