Board Workshop Report
Oct. 13, 2021
BOARD OF EDUCATION WORKSHOP
Kelli Hopkins with the Missouri School Board Association gave a professional development presentation to the Board of Education on Board communication, the role of the Board and its focus on the District's strategic plan.
NEW HIRES & TRANSITIONS
The Wentzville School District Board of Education approved the hiring of Melissa Armbruster, as the principal of Stone Creek Elementary, effective July 1, 2022.
Mrs. Armbruster is currently an assistant principal at Stone Creek Elementary, where she has served for the past five years. She was also an assistant principal at Lakeview Elementary for three years. Prior to becoming an administrator, Mrs. Armbruster served as a literacy coach for 5 years, a reading interventionist for two years and a teacher for ten years.
"I was honored to open Stone Creek with Dr. Bishop and the Stone Creek staff in 2017,” said Mrs. Armbruster. “I am looking forward to continuing to build relationships with Stone Creek families, students and staff, to continue the traditions of Stone Creek, and foster high academic achievement. It is my privilege to continue my career at Stone Creek."
Mrs. Armbruster was a National Board Certified Teacher. She has her Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from Wittenberg University, a Master of Arts degree in Educational Leadership and Policy Analysis from University of Missouri-Columbia, and a Master of Arts degree in Elementary Reading.
The Wentzville School District Board of Education approved the hiring of Kristine Schottel, Ed.S., as the principal of Wentzville Middle School, effective July 1, 2022.
Mrs. Schottel has been an assistant principal at Wentzville South Middle School since 2008. Prior to that, she was a teacher in the Francis Howell School District.
“I am very excited to serve as the new building principal at Wentzville Middle School,” said Mrs. Schottel. “I look forward to collaborating with staff, students, and families to lead a school community where students excel, staff are innovative, and families feel welcomed.”
Mrs. Schottel has an Educational Specialist with a Superintendent emphasis from Missouri Baptist University, a Master of Arts in Educational Administration from Lindenwood University and a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Lindenwood University.
“As a longtime Wentzville School District resident, employee and parent, I understand the pride that our community has for their schools,” she said. “It is my honor to work with our community and staff to continue this legacy at Wentzville Middle School.”
The Wentzville School District Board of Education approved the transition of four current District administrators into new roles, effective July 1, 2022.
Kaitlin McElfresh will become an assistant principal at the New Middle School. Mrs. Kaitlin McElfresh has been in the Wentzville School District since 2015. She currently serves as an assistant principal at Wentzville Middle School. Read more.
James (Jimmy) Evrard will become an assistant principal at the New Middle School. Mr. Jimmy Evrard has been in the district since 2010. This is his 7th year as an assistant principal, and he is currently serving as an assistant principal at Prairie View Elementary School. Read more.
Amanda Buhr will become an assistant principal at South Middle School. Mrs. Amanda Buhr has worked in the WSD since 2012. She is currently serving as an assistant principal at Boone Trail Elementary. Read more.
Jessica Hanks will become an assistant principal at Frontier Middle School. Mrs. Jessica Hanks has been a part of the Wentzville School District since 2011. She is currently serving as an assistant principal at Lakeview Elementary. Read more.
Next Regular Board Meeting - October 21, 2021