Community Relations Office

Mission

“To encourage open and constructive dialogue throughout the district that builds appreciation and greater support for Springfield Public Schools.”

The Community Relations Office plays a central role in engaging all stakeholders by fostering two-way communication. The office is responsible for the district’s internal and external communications, media relations, Web site, channel 25, newsletters and other publications. 

Contact Information

The Community Relations Office is located at:

Kraft Administrative Center
940 N. Jefferson Ave.
Springfield, MO 65802
Phone: 417-523-INFO (4636)
Fax: 417-523-0183

Teresa Bledsoe
Manager, Community Relations
Phone: 417-523-0117
E-mail: tbledsoe@spsmail.org

Robert Keyes
Public Information Officer
Phone: 417-523-0050
E-mail: rkeyes@spsmail.org

Beth Kirkpatrick
Media Specialist
Phone: 417-523-0085
E-mail: bkirkpatrick@spsmail.org

Emily Higgins
Administrative Assistant
Phone: 417-523-0020
E-mail: ehiggins@spsmail.org

Karyn O'Dell
Webmaster
Phone:417-523-0888
E-mail: knodell@spsmail.org

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