The Springfield Public Schools Board of Directors on June 12 announced it has selected Dr. Shawn Stover to serve as interim superintendent for the 2026-27 school year, pending approval of his contract at the board’s June 22 meeting. Stover will begin July 1.

Stover brings more than 30 years of educational leadership experience. Most recently, he served as superintendent of Rockingham County Schools in North Carolina. His previous leadership roles include chief of secondary schools for the District of Columbia Public Schools, superintendent of Uplift Education Charter Schools in Texas, and principal and assistant principal in multiple school systems.

Stover has led efforts to improve student achievement, expand college- and career-readiness opportunities, increase Advanced Placement participation and success, and strengthen workforce development programs, according to the district. He has also secured major facility and infrastructure grants, expanded career pathway programs, increased industry-recognized credential attainment, and led nationally recognized schools and districts.

Stover holds a doctorate in leadership and organizational innovation from Marymount University, a master’s degree in school administration from East Carolina University, and superintendent certifications in North Carolina and Virginia.

“The board was unanimous in our enthusiastic support for Dr. Stover,” said Board Chair Jonathan Light.