Central Office

District Leadership

Dr. Todd Fraley, Superintendent

Dr. Fraley earned a bachelor of science degree in public relations from West Virginia University in Morgantown, W. Va. He also attained a master’s degree in education and an education specialist degree, both from the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, and a doctorate in educational leadership from William Woods University in Fulton. He holds career continuous professional certification in K-12 learning disabilities, K-12 behavioral disabilities, K-12 special education administration, K-8 and Grades 5-12 principal and K-12 superintendent. He has been an adjunct instructor for Lindenwood University and William Woods/Central Methodist University. Currently he serves as a Board member for the Whiteman Air Force Base Community Council; Board member of the Military Interstate Children's Compact; Board member of the Sedalia Military Affairs Committee; and Board member of the Sedalia Chamber of Commerce. 

He started his career in education as a substitute teacher before becoming a special education teacher at Smith-Cotton High School (1997-2003); he then served as a special education process coordinator for one school year (2003-2004). Fraley was an assistant principal at S-C High (2004-2011) and director of Whittier Alternative High School (2011-2012); from 2011 to 2018, he was principal of Horace Mann Elementary School. Fraley was an assistant superintendent for Sedalia 200 from 2018-2022, where his responsibilities included safety and security; transportation; technology; food service; curriculum and the district budget.

Dr. Fraley believes the education system sits at the core of a community.

“The heartbeat of a successful society exists in the hands of its youth. It is imperative that Sedalia provides the very best opportunities for our children,” he said.

Mr. Chris Pyle, Assistant Superintendent

Mr. Pyle earned an Associate of Arts degree from Fort Scott Community College in Fort Scott, Kan., a bachelor's degree in education from the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Mo., and master's and specialist degrees in educational administration from William Woods University in Fayette, Mo.

As Assistant Superintendent, Mr. Pyle oversees the district's Special Services, Student Services, and Buildings and Grounds departments. He is grateful to be part of the Sedalia School District 200 team and is proud to serve a district committed to student success. Mr. Pyle believes that every day is a great day to be a Tiger, a belief reflected in the dedication of the district's outstanding staff and the achievements of its exceptional students.

Mr. Jason Curry, Assistant Superintendent

Mr. Curry, a 1995 graduate of Smith-Cotton High School, holds an associate’s degree from State Fair Community College (1997) and a bachelor’s degree in physical science from the University of Central Missouri (2001). He earned a master’s degree in administration in 2008 from William Woods University and his education specialist degree in administration in 2013, also from William Woods. He joined the Sedalia 200 district as a health and physical education teacher at S-C High in January 2002. He became an assistant principal at Smith-Cotton Junior High in 2009 and was promoted to junior high principal in 2013. He also served as the Smith-Cotton boys soccer head coach from 2002-2009.