- Ferguson-Florissant School District
- Superintendent
Superintendent's Corner
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Dr. Howard E. Fields III
Superintendent
Dr. Howard E. Fields III brings nearly two decades of experience in public education across the St. Louis region, with a strong foundation rooted in the Ferguson-Florissant community. His journey in education began in the very district he now leads—starting as a student teacher in Ferguson-Florissant and returning years later as superintendent.
Dr. Fields holds a Ph.D. in education from the University of Missouri–St. Louis, where he also earned his education specialist degree, master’s degree, and bachelor’s degree. He began his higher education at St. Louis Community College–Florissant Valley, an institution he proudly credits as part of his early growth. A graduate of the AASA Urban Superintendents Academy, Dr. Fields has also completed executive leadership training through Harvard Law School’s Program on Leadership and Negotiation.
Prior to becoming superintendent, he served as assistant superintendent in the Kirkwood School District, where he led efforts that resulted in the district’s highest staff retention rates in recent years and successfully completed labor negotiations focused on long-term fiscal sustainability and equity. His earlier leadership roles include serving as principal in both the Riverview Gardens and Webster Groves School Districts. In Riverview Gardens, he implemented trauma-informed academic strategies that led to a 200% increase in the school’s Annual Performance Report within one year. In Webster Groves, he expanded access to advanced programming for underrepresented students and improved school-to-school transitions for diverse learners.
Throughout his career, Dr. Fields has remained committed to supporting student achievement, staff development, and strong community ties. His deep connection to the region is personal as well as professional—he and his wife Nancy, a Ferguson-Florissant graduate and former teacher in the District, have been married for 15 years and are raising four children.
He has also served as an adjunct professor at the University of Missouri–Columbia and Harris-Stowe State University, contributing to the development of future educators and leaders.
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District Leadership
To view the Superintendent's Cabinet and Organizational Chart, visit this District Leadership page
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Equity Work
Updates on the equity work being done around the District
Equity work is a huge part of our mission here at the Ferguson-Florissant School District, and you can find evidence of that in all of our initiatives and programs. Our Department of Culture and Learning Transformation is leading the charge in ensuring our District is united with all voices at the table. Check out our Continuous School Improvement Plan, and our Anti-Racist Standards for the big picture view of our equity work. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn to stay up to date with all we do.
Townhall and Listening Tour Schedule
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Tuesday
8:00 AM - 3:15 PM On Our Block! Investment Program Application Assistance
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July 17, 2025
8:00 AM - 3:15 PM On Our Block! Investment Program Application Assistance
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July 21, 2025
4:00 PM - 7:15 PM On Our Block! Investment Program Application Assistance