Springfield Public Schools names new principals

(From Springfield Public Schools)

Springfield Public Schools has named the next principals for Jarrett Middle School and Reed Academy. They will begin their new responsibilities effective July 1.

Robin Collins has been named the next principal of Reed Academy. She currently serves as assistant principal at Hillcrest High School. Collins will follow Bret Ingle, who has accepted the position of principal at Williams Elementary School.

She joined SPS in 2001 and has served as assistant principal at Hillcrest for the past five years, during which time she was involved in the work related to the campus renovation made possible by Proposition S. Her prior experience includes working as an educator, coach and Explore principal.







Collins earned a bachelor’s in physical education from Missouri State University, and a master’s in athletics & activities administration and a specialist’s in educational administration from William Woods University.

"I am grateful for this opportunity to serve as the next leader of Reed Academy. I'm excited to continue working with the northside community and look forward to playing a role in its growth and success," Collins said.

Billy Gosnell has been named the next principal of Jarrett Middle School. He currently serves as assistant principal – secondary for Launch Virtual Learning at SPS. He will follow Dr. Kirk Slater, who is retiring at the end of the school year after a 23-year career with SPS.

He joined SPS in 2000 and has dedicated his efforts to supporting middle school students in their academic journey. Prior to serving at Launch, Gosnell was an assistant principal at Carver Middle School for 11 years. He has also worked as administrative liaison, summer school assistant principal and as a teacher and coach at Jarrett.

 

Gosnell earned a bachelor’s in education and a master’s in educational administration from Missouri State University, and a specialist’s degree in educational leadership & policy analysis from the University of Missouri at Columbia.

“I am thrilled to accept the principal position at Jarrett Middle School because it presents an incredible opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students, educators, and the broader school community," Gosnell said. "Jarrett Middle School holds a special place in my heart, having previously served as a teacher and coach here. I am excited to return to a place where I have witnessed firsthand the potential for growth and success in students.”