Mrs. Ashley Fraley
Mrs. Ashley Fraley is the new Director of Bands at Springfield Local Schools. Having served as the choir director and assistant band director at Springfield she is excited for her new role. Prior to her time at Springfield, she taught in Akron Public Schools, serving as the Band Director at Kenmore High School for two years and the assistant director at Garfield High School for 3. She studied at Kent State University earning a Bachelor of Music degree, and at Capella University earning a Masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction. While at Kent State she served as the president of the National Honorary Band Sorority, Tau Beta Sigma. Outside of school, Mrs. Fraley loves to snuggle her Mini Aussie- Loki, and to travel (especially to Disney) with her husband Craig. As an alumna of Springfield High School and lifelong township resident, she is excited to uphold the strong traditions of the Spartan Band program.
Mr. Jared McGuinness
Mr. Jared McGuinness is the new Choir Director and Assistant Band Director at Springfield High School/Junior High. After a very pleasurable year of teaching music at Spring Hill Elementary, he is excited for his new role in the district. Previously, Mr. McGuinness taught choir and general music for Holgate Local Schools. He earned a Bachelor of Music degree studying at Marietta College. Beyond the classroom, Mr. McGuinness is passionate about local and professional sports, rock n ’ roll, and spending time with friends and family.