Administration

JH Admin

Pictured left to right is Mr. Howerton, Mrs. Ash and Ms. Frigerio

Mrs. Rebecca Ash

Mrs. Ash will be starting her second year with Branson Public Schools. She previously served as principal for Hickory Hills K-8 with Springfield Public Schools. She had been with SPS since 2012. Mrs. Ash received her undergraduate degree from Fontbonne University, a master’s degree in Administration from Missouri State University, and a specialist degree in Educational Leadership from Southwest Baptist University.

Mrs. Ash and her husband Kenny, have three school-aged children.

“I am so honored to have the opportunity to join the Branson School District,” says Mrs. Ash. “Branson’s reputation of collaboration and community is known throughout southwest Missouri, and I am excited to be part of its continuing expectation of excellence. I am deeply committed to all students achieving at high levels and growing to their full potential, and I look forward to becoming part of the Branson family to help uphold and enhance this incredible tradition.”

Ms. Stephanie Frigerio

Ms. Frigerio is beginning her first year with Branson Junior High, joining the administrative team as assistant principal.

She brings 12 years of experience in education: six years teaching third and fourth grades in a nearby district and six years as a fifth-grade teacher at Buchanan Intermediate in Branson.

Ms. Frigerio holds a Bachelor’s degree from Missouri State University with an emphasis in technology and mathematics. She earned her Master’s degree from William Woods University and later completed a Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership with certification as a Mathematics Specialist.

She is passionate about building strong relationships, supporting student growth, and ensuring each child reaches their full potential. Ms. Frigerio is proud to be part of the Branson community! 

Mr. Jared Howerton

Mr. Howerton is in his second year with the Branson Junior High, joining the the Branson Junior High School administrative team as activities director and assistant principal. 

Mr. Howerton had served as assistant principal at Buchanan Elementary from 2019-2024. He spent 8 years in the classroom as a physical education teacher at Cedar Ridge Intermediate School in Branson, MO.  Mr. Howerton has a Bachelor’s degree from College of the Ozarks. He received a Master of Science in Educational Administration from Lindenwood University. 

 

Mr. Howerton is a member of the Missouri Association of Elementary School Principals (MAESP), National Association of Elementary School Principals (NAESP) and Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD).