(Joplin, MO) – Joplin Schools is pleased to announce the hiring of Trent Barratt as an assistant principal at Joplin High School, effective July 2026.
Barratt most recently served as principal at Neosho High School, a position he held since 2019. He previously served as principal at Anderson Elementary in the McDonald County R1 School District, and as a world history and physical education teacher at McDonald County High School.
During his time as principal at Neosho High School, he created a freshman mentorship program, created PLC and RTI structures, and served as part-time Athletic Director during the 2022–23 school year. He also has experience serving on district attendance, technology, safety, and leadership committees, as well as experience as a student discipline coordinator.
Barratt holds a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education from Missouri Southern State University; a Master of Science in Educational Leadership from Arkansas State University; and an Education Specialist degree in Administration from William Woods University.
“We are excited to welcome Mr. Trent Barratt to Joplin High School as an assistant principal,” said Joplin High School principal Dr. Randy Oliver. “Mr. Barratt brings a strong track record of student-centered leadership, systems thinking, and collaborative culture-building. His experience as a high school principal, his work in developing PLC and RTI structures, and his commitment to
mentoring students and supporting staff make him an outstanding addition to our leadership team. We are confident he will have an immediate and lasting impact on our students, staff, and school community.”
“I am honored to join the Joplin High School team and become part of Eagle Nation,” said Barratt. “I look forward to working alongside the students and staff to continue building on the strong, positive culture already established here. Together, we’ll prioritize student achievement and strive to create a meaningful, lasting impact within the Joplin Schools community.”
Reference:
Sarah Coyne, Director of Communications
Joplin Schools
sarahcoyne@joplinschools.org
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