Dear Community,
The PASB Board of Directors is delighted to announce the appointment of Stephen C. Bigelow, PhD, as the incoming Superintendent for the Pan American School of Bahia, commencing in July 2025.
Dr. Stephen Bigelow is a highly accomplished educational leader with 25 years of experience in school administration, including transformative roles as a superintendent, principal, and teacher. He holds two degrees from the University of Michigan and two from Oakland University, reflecting his unwavering commitment to lifelong learning and academic excellence. Dr. Bigelow has demonstrated a passion for fostering innovation, equity, and student success throughout his distinguished career.
Over the past decade, Dr. Bigelow served as a superintendent in the United States, where he spearheaded numerous impactful initiatives that transformed educational outcomes. His contributions to the field of education have been widely recognized through prestigious awards and honors. Among these, he was recently selected as a Google Education Innovation Fellow, a distinction reserved for visionaries in education who champion forward-thinking, student-centered approaches. These accolades underscore his dedication to excellence and innovation globally.
“I am truly honored to join the vibrant and dynamic community at PASB,” Dr. Bigelow shared. “The school’s dedication to academic excellence and its mission to cultivate compassionate global citizens resonate deeply with my values. I look forward to collaborating with the talented staff, engaged families, and inspiring students to build on PASB’s remarkable legacy.”
As we prepare to welcome Dr. Bigelow, we would also like to take this moment to express our gratitude and appreciation to Mr. Mike Martell for his leadership over the past 6 years. We deeply appreciate his contributions and look forward to his ongoing work.
The Board is committed to supporting Dr. Bigelow and his family as he begins his transition to leading our school. We will work to ensure a smooth transition between Mr. Martell and Dr. Bigelow throughout the remainder of the 2024-2025 academic year.
We are confident that Dr. Bigelow’s leadership will enrich our students’ learning experiences and enhance the achievement of our school’s mission and vision. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Bigelow and in celebrating the contributions of Mr. Martell. We look forward to an exciting new chapter for PASB under Dr. Bigelow’s leadership.
PASB Board of Trustees