Superintendent
Dr. Jeff Sprout became the Superintendent of the Laveen School District in July 2020.
A career educator, Dr. Sprout has served in public schools since 1991 in positions ranging from substitute teacher to Superintendent.
Dr. Sprout’s commitment to the Laveen School District is unwavering. He envisions our schools as the best option for every child in pre-K through eighth grade, focusing on student achievement, instructional excellence, signature programs, Employee Experience, and innovative solutions to the challenges we face as a District and community.
Dr. Sprout joined Laveen in 2013 as Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. In this position, he was dedicated to the District being a great place to work for all staff in the areas of impact, support, advancement, salary and benefits, and celebration.
Dr. Sprout is an integral part of our community. Since starting in Laveen, he has been a member of the Laveen Lions Club, serving as club president for many years and has chaired the Laveen Community Parade since 2016. He has volunteered many hours to develop the Laveen Education Foundation and now serves as president of the foundation. He has supported bond and override measures approved by Laveen voters. Dr. Sprout received the 2023 Education Leadership Award from the South Mountain Laveen Chamber of Commerce in recognition of his service to the Laveen community.
In 2023, the Arizona School Administrators presented Dr. Sprout with the Distinguished Administrator of the Year Award.
Before joining Laveen, Dr. Sprout was a junior high science teacher, intervention specialist, Kindergarten-8th grade principal, and Director of STEM Research and Development. He was the recipient of the Excellence in Education Teaching Award, Rodel Exemplary Principal Award, and, along with his staff, was recognized with the A+ School of Excellence Award.
Dr. Sprout’s educational journey is a testament to his dedication to learning and leadership. He holds a Doctoral Degree in Educational Administration and Supervision from Arizona State University, a Master’s Degree in Secondary Education, and a Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering from ASU. Go Devils!
In his spare time, Dr. Sprout enjoys traveling with family, finding great restaurants, and hiking in South Mountain Park.
Contact Dr. Sprout, jsprout@laveeneld.org
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