Springfield Board of Education Approves New Staff Appointments for 2026-27 School Year

The Springfield Board of Education formally approved a slate of new instructional staff, support personnel, and summer program appointments during its latest public meeting, laying the administrative and educational groundwork for the upcoming 2026–27 academic year.

The board’s personnel approvals cover a range of essential roles across district facilities, including Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School (FMG), Jonathan Dayton High School (JDHS), and elementary campuses. Key certified instructional hires include Michael Schlossberg as a middle school mathematics teacher at FMG at a step-10 salary of $82,712, alongside dedicated special education and itinerant instructional positions tailored to support individualized student learning plans.

In addition to full-time classroom appointments, board members ratified contracts for extended school year (ESY) instructors, summer childcare staff, and paraprofessional substitutes. District officials noted that several appointments remain subject to standard criminal history background clearances prior to the start of contractual duties.

The proactive personnel approvals ensure all district schools maintain appropriate staffing ratios, specialized support services, and instructional coverage as Springfield educators prepare for student arrival this fall.

Springfield parents, taxpayers, and residents seeking complete personnel lists, meeting minutes, or board agendas can access official documentation through the Springfield Public Schools website at springfieldschools.com.

FAQ

Q: What personnel decisions did the Springfield Board of Education approve? A: The board approved employment contracts for new certified teachers, instructional aides, special education personnel, and summer program staff for the 2026–27 school year.

Q: Which schools in Springfield will receive new instructional personnel? A: New staff members were assigned across district schools, including Florence M. Gaudineer Middle School (FMG) and Jonathan Dayton High School (JDHS).

Q: Are all new staff approvals final? A: Most appointments are finalized, though several candidate positions remain pending routine state criminal history background clearances before employment begins.