The incoming superintendent of Mt. Pulaski Schools is excited about a new opportunity in central Illinois.

Jason Spang comes to Mt. Pulaski from Peotone and says small school districts are all he's ever known.

Spang started as a coach and teacher and moved into the administration side of education. He felt he could have a greater impact if he had a relationship with all his students rather than a percentage on his teams.

Getting to hear from the administration and staff will be Spang's focus in his first year on the job. He feels Mt. Pualski has a great foundation and he looks forward to carrying on the good things going on in their buildings.

Outgoing Superintendent Fred Lamkey says as he's gotten to know Spang has become impressed with the person he is and how good he is at building relationships.

Spang walks into a district that has invested millions to update its facilities in the last few years and is working to expand its outdoor sports complex. 

He officially takes over the district on July 1.