Welcome our new Superintendent

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Please join us in welcoming Mr. Buck Shockley as the next Superintendent of the Fair Play R-II School District!

Mr. Shockley comes to us from the Dallas County R-I School District, where he currently serves as Assistant Superintendent. He brings a wealth of experience as a principal, teacher, and coach—along with a positive perspective and great energy that will serve our students, staff, and community well.

Mr. Shockley and his wife, Alana, a school counselor in Bolivar, are proud parents of four children. Their family includes Makenna (17, a high school junior), Tate (8, in 2nd grade), Maylee (6, in kindergarten), and Madden (3, a preschooler).

When asked about his new role, Mr. Shockley shared:

"I am very honored to be joining the Fair Play R-II School District. I can't wait to get started and begin building positive relationships with our staff, students, and community. I look forward to helping continue the tradition of excellence in the Fair Play community."

We’re thrilled to welcome Mr. Shockley and his family to the Hornet family, and we look forward to all that’s ahead for Fair Play under his leadership! #HornetPride #WelcomeMrShockley

Why Us

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100+ Years
of Excellence. Our first group of 4-year Seniors graduated in 1922.
12:1
Small teacher-to-student ratio means our educators know our learners

Hornet Strong

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