SFHS Administration

Dr. Shannon Smith, Principal

Shannon Smith was named the Principal of SFHS in 2022 and had been an Assistant Principal for the Baldwin County School System since 2012.  Prior to moving into administration, Dr. Smith taught Math at Murphy High School for ten years and served as the Varsity Girls Soccer Coach.

Dr. Smith is from Atlanta, GA and earned a soccer scholarship to attend The University of South Alabama, where she met her husband, Isaac Smith.  Isaac and Shannon have two daughters, Schuyler and Audrey.  Dr. Smith’s hobbies include reading, boating, working out, and spending time with family.

Dr. Justin McNellage, Assistant Principal

Justin McNellage began as a Toro in 2020. Prior to transitioning to administration, he was an English teacher at Saraland High School for seven years. He sponsored several clubs and co-sponsored the senior class while he was there.

Justin has lived in the Mobile area his entire life. He graduated from the University of Mobile (Go Rams). Before becoming an educator, he served as a youth pastor. His hobbies include reading, traveling, watching Netflix, and spending time with family/friends.

Go Toros!

Dr. Zachary Wenzel, Assistant Principal

Mr. Wenzel began his career in education in 2015 as a volunteer assistant football coach and student teacher in his hometown of Pensacola, FL. In 2016 he joined the staff at Escambia High School (FL) as a reading teacher, assistant football coach, and assistant baseball coach. In 2018, he moved to Baldwin County and began working at Elberta High School, where he served in a variety of roles. Mr. Wenzel taught multiple 9-12 social studies courses at Elberta High School, including AP Government, honors economics, honors U.S. history, and honors world history. Mr. Wenzel also served as the social studies department chair for two years at Elberta High School. In addition to teaching, Mr. Wenzel served as an assistant football coach, head boys’ and girls’ bowling coach, and assistant soccer coach. Mr. Wenzel also sponsored several extracurricular activities, including the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Model United Nations.

Mr. Wenzel moved to Spanish Fort in 2022. In his free time, he enjoys golf, working out, watching football, and trying new food.

Rachel Cassagne, Assistant Principal

I am honored to join the incredible Spanish Fort High School administrative team as an assistant principal. I am excited to become part of the Toro family. I look forward to serving the dedicated students, staff, and families of this community. Education has always been more than a profession to me – it is a calling. There is nothing more rewarding than watching students uncover their full potential. With over 14 years in education, 11 of them in the BCBE system, I have worked with students at the high school and middle school level. I am excited to celebrate success and student growth while empowering every student to reach their full potential. I’m excited for all that is ahead! Let’s Go Toros!!