BECKI KEMPF NAMED NEW ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT

Versailles, MO—The Morgan County R-II Board of Education is pleased to announce Becki Kempf's appointment as Assistant Superintendent. The Board officially approved Becki during its regular meeting on Thursday, February 20. She will transition to her new role on July 1, 2025.

Becki Kempf has been a part of the Morgan County R-II School District for the past sixteen years, starting her career as a Pre-K teacher at South Elementary. Throughout her tenure, she has worked as a first, second, and third grade teacher, accumulating thirteen years of experience in the classroom. Becki has also held the role of MCR-II PK-8 Summer School Director in 2021 and 2022 and is currently in her third year serving as the Versailles Elementary Assistant Principal. Her dedication and leadership were recently recognized when she was honored as the Outstanding Assistant Principal for the Central Region by the Missouri Association of Elementary School Principals (MAESP) in 2024.

"I am excited for this amazing opportunity and look forward to continuing my work here at MCR-II," said Becki. "Our students, staff, and community are unparalleled, and their commitment to excellence is truly inspiring. I am excited to partner with our educators to drive continuous improvement and ensure success for all Tiger learners."

Becki’s educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Education from Central Methodist University, with majors in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education. She also holds a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from William Woods University and a Specialist in Education Superintendent degree from Northwest Missouri State University.

Superintendent Marc Spunaugle expressed his enthusiasm about Becki's appointment: "Becki’s dedication to continuous improvement and her collaborative approach will be instrumental as our district works to create even more opportunities for our students to thrive. We are excited to have her step into this new role and are confident she will continue to make a positive impact on our district for years to come."

Becki's education experience, combined with her leadership skills, make her an ideal choice to support the district's mission of lifetime learning and success. The district looks forward to the contributions she will bring in her new role as Assistant Superintendent.