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Meet the Principals

Meet Webb City Junior High's Admin Team

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MS. TAMARA PONCE

Principal

Before becoming Junior High Principal in 2021, Ms. Ponce served as Assistant Principal at Webb City High School from 2011-2021 and taught Social Studies at WCHS from 2003-2011.  She has earned a Bachelor's degree in Social Studies Education, a Master's degree in United States History, a Master's degree in Educational Administration, and a Specialist Degree in Advanced Leadership studies from Pittsburg State University. 

She has two children-one of whom graduated from WCHS in 2018.  Ms. Ponce is passionate about serving her students and staff and it is her mission to care for the individuals she works with so that they have the opportunity to realize their purpose and potential.

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MR. DARRELL HICKS

Assistant Principal

This is Mr. Hicks’ 24th year in education and his first year in administration, serving as the Athletic Director at Webb City Junior High. For the past 23 years, he taught science at Webb City High School and served as an assistant coach for football, track, and wrestling. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Missouri Southern State University and a degree in Educational Administration from William Woods University.

Mr. Hicks is the proud father of four children—three of whom have graduated from Webb City High School, with one currently attending Webb City Schools. He is excited about the upcoming school year and looks forward to working with the students, faculty, and staff at Webb City Junior High.

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MR. JON BISHOP

Assistant Principal

Mr. Bishop is entering his 33rd year in education and his first year with the Webb City School District. He has taught 6-8 grades for 17 years in Valley Center, Pittsburg, and Girard, all in Kansas. Mr. Bishop has 15 years of administrative experience as a high school principal, assistant principal, and activities director. Mr. Bishop received his Bachelor’s Degree from Pittsburg State University in Elementary Education and a Master’s Degree in School Leadership/Administration from Baker University.

He is married to his wife, Mary, and they have 3 children, Madelaine, Brandon, and William. Mr Bishop is excited to be joining the administrative team at Webb City Junior High School and Cardinal Nation.