Email: bhopper@gainesville.k12.mo.us

Phone: (417) 679-4416

Qualifications: Bachelors of Science in Elementary Education Masters of Arts in School Administration Education Specialist in Superintendency

Ben Hopper - Elementary Principal

I am proud to be a Bulldog! This upcoming year will be my second year at Gainesville Elementary. Before becoming an administrator, I worked in the Special Education Department of North Kansas City School District and Branson Public Schools. I earned my Bachelors Degree from College of the Ozarks, my Masters Degree from Lindenwood, and my Specialist Degree from Northwest Missouri State University. At home, I live with my wife Nicole, our two sons, our dogs, cats, chickens, and ducks. We enjoy watching movies, playing outdoor sports, and spending time with friends and family.

My "why" is to be a Champion for every single person who walks through our doors.