Springfield Public Schools (SPS) has made several leadership appointments for the 2024-2025 academic year, effective from July 1, 2024. These include principals and other key positions. Superintendent Grenita Lathan has expressed satisfaction with the appointees, highlighting their experience and commitment.
Adam Bax, the current principal of Wilder Elementary School, will become the new principal of Field Elementary. He will replace Dr. Janell Bagwell, who is retiring after 28 years with SPS. Bax has been at Wilder for four years and has experience as an assistant principal at Jeffries Elementary and as a teacher at Field. He studied at Missouri State University and Lindenwood University.
Bret Ingle, the current principal of Reed Academy, will take over as principal of Williams Elementary, replacing Amanda Desa. Ingle has 13 years of administrative experience from the Joplin School District. He has also worked as an elementary school teacher. He studied at Missouri Southern State University, Pittsburg State University, and William Woods University.