Our Garden Club harvested a variety of greens and some of our radishes today. First harvest of 2026!!
We’re building something special at Center School District, and we want you to be part of it!
From our youngest learners to our high school classrooms, we’re looking for passionate educators ready to make an impact, build relationships, and help students dream big. 💙💛
Now hiring the following teacher positions for 2026–27:
• Music (K–5)
• Special Education (Early Childhood, Elementary & Secondary)
• Kindergarten & Elementary Teachers
• Middle School Social Studies
• High School Math, ELA, Social Studies & Spanish
• CAS Math/Science (Middle School)
• PEGS Teacher
If you’re ready to join a supportive, student-centered team where your work truly matters, we’d love to meet you. Apply today, and become part of something meaningful.
From our youngest learners to our high school classrooms, we’re looking for passionate educators ready to make an impact, build relationships, and help students dream big. 💙💛
Now hiring the following teacher positions for 2026–27:
• Music (K–5)
• Special Education (Early Childhood, Elementary & Secondary)
• Kindergarten & Elementary Teachers
• Middle School Social Studies
• High School Math, ELA, Social Studies & Spanish
• CAS Math/Science (Middle School)
• PEGS Teacher
If you’re ready to join a supportive, student-centered team where your work truly matters, we’d love to meet you. Apply today, and become part of something meaningful.
Our chess team students have done it again and got another trophy this weekend!!!! Four trophies earned this semester! We are so proud!
Congrats to our athletes that competed at the state meet this weekend!
Girls 4x100m took 8th place and Girls 2x200m took 6th place!!!
The numbers are in from our CMS food drive led by Mrs. Schlicht's 6th grade ELA classes!!!! The donations were weighed and we contributed 124 lbs. of food which amounts to approximately 103 meals for people and families in need! 💙💛
Our Black History Production Crew had a wonderful time on their field trip on Friday! We received great feedback from our community and appreciate our students representing CMS so well!
🎶 Big news for our future musicians!
Starting this fall, Center School District will offer 5th grade band, giving students the chance to explore instruments and build their skills earlier than ever.
Open to all 5th graders, with instruments available to rent or use through the district.
“I want students to realize how much fun it is to play music,” said CHS Band Director David Fritz. “It’s something they can do for the rest of their life.”
#CenterProud #DreamBig
Starting this fall, Center School District will offer 5th grade band, giving students the chance to explore instruments and build their skills earlier than ever.
Open to all 5th graders, with instruments available to rent or use through the district.
“I want students to realize how much fun it is to play music,” said CHS Band Director David Fritz. “It’s something they can do for the rest of their life.”
#CenterProud #DreamBig
Please join us in welcoming Ms. Katie Roe to Center! Ms. Roe has been named Center School District Secondary Coordinator for the 2026-27 school year.
She brings 20 years of education experience in South Kansas City, ranging from high school math teacher to cabinet-level leadership. A student-centered, systems-focused leader, she is known for driving academic improvement, expanding real-world learning, and building strong community partnerships in both the Hickman Mills and Grandview School Districts.
Ms. Roe has previously served in the leadership roles of Assistant Superintendent for Academic Services, Executive Director of Secondary Schools, Director of College & Career Readiness, and High School Assistant Principal.
She holds her Education Specialist degree in K-12 Leadership from Webster University and earned her Masters Degree in Teaching & Learning at Avila University. Additionally, she has completed doctoral coursework at Walden University. Katie is a former Grandview C-4 District Teacher of the Year honoree, has presented at ISTE and MSBA conferences, and serves on Missouri’s DESE MSIP Advisory Board.
“I’m honored to join Center School District and serve a community committed to excellence and growth for all. I look forward to strengthening systems that support innovative learning, workforce readiness, and meaningful outcomes for every student,” said Ms. Roe.
She brings 20 years of education experience in South Kansas City, ranging from high school math teacher to cabinet-level leadership. A student-centered, systems-focused leader, she is known for driving academic improvement, expanding real-world learning, and building strong community partnerships in both the Hickman Mills and Grandview School Districts.
Ms. Roe has previously served in the leadership roles of Assistant Superintendent for Academic Services, Executive Director of Secondary Schools, Director of College & Career Readiness, and High School Assistant Principal.
She holds her Education Specialist degree in K-12 Leadership from Webster University and earned her Masters Degree in Teaching & Learning at Avila University. Additionally, she has completed doctoral coursework at Walden University. Katie is a former Grandview C-4 District Teacher of the Year honoree, has presented at ISTE and MSBA conferences, and serves on Missouri’s DESE MSIP Advisory Board.
“I’m honored to join Center School District and serve a community committed to excellence and growth for all. I look forward to strengthening systems that support innovative learning, workforce readiness, and meaningful outcomes for every student,” said Ms. Roe.
Please join us in welcoming Mr. Kenny Park to Center! Mr. Park has been named Center Elementary School Vice Principal for the 2026-27 school year.
He is very excited to join the Center team. He brings 15 years of experience as an educator, including three years as a behavior interventionist and six years teaching grades 3–6 in Kansas City. Most recently, he has served as the Dean of Students at Guadalupe Center’s Elementary School, supporting more than 800 students.
Mr. Park is passionate about building systems in which both staff and students feel supported, valued, and set up for success. He believes in creating a culture where students take genuine ownership of their actions not as a punitive measure, but as a critical component of growth. At the same time, he holds a strong belief that adults have a responsibility to continually reflect on and improve their practices to better serve students.
He places a high value on strong teaching and engagement strategies and strives to make school an enjoyable environment for both students and staff. Throughout his career, each school experience has contributed to his growth as an educator, and he is eager to learn from and contribute to the many positive initiatives already in place at Center.
He is very excited to join the Center team. He brings 15 years of experience as an educator, including three years as a behavior interventionist and six years teaching grades 3–6 in Kansas City. Most recently, he has served as the Dean of Students at Guadalupe Center’s Elementary School, supporting more than 800 students.
Mr. Park is passionate about building systems in which both staff and students feel supported, valued, and set up for success. He believes in creating a culture where students take genuine ownership of their actions not as a punitive measure, but as a critical component of growth. At the same time, he holds a strong belief that adults have a responsibility to continually reflect on and improve their practices to better serve students.
He places a high value on strong teaching and engagement strategies and strives to make school an enjoyable environment for both students and staff. Throughout his career, each school experience has contributed to his growth as an educator, and he is eager to learn from and contribute to the many positive initiatives already in place at Center.
Please join us in welcoming Ms. Sasha Grossman to Center School District! Ms. Grossman has been named Red Bridge Elementary School Principal for the 2026-27 school year.
She is honored and excited to serve as the principal of Red Bridge Elementary and to return to the Center School District. With 14 years in education, she has served as an elementary teacher, instructional coach, and interim principal in Center, and most recently as an assistant principal in the Excelsior Springs School District. These experiences have strengthened her commitment to supporting both students and staff while building a positive, collaborative school community.
Sasha earned her undergraduate degree from Avila University and her graduate degree in educational administration from William Woods University. Throughout her career, she has remained focused on continuous improvement and on creating systems that support both academic success and the well-being of every student.
She believes every child deserves to feel known, valued, and challenged each day. She is committed to fostering a school environment where strong relationships, high expectations, and a sense of belonging are at the foundation of the work. She values collaboration, open communication, and partnering closely with staff and families to ensure all students are supported and successful.
Outside of school, Sasha enjoys spending time with her husband, Nicholas, and their daughter, Helena. She is truly excited to join the Red Bridge community and looks forward to a successful year together.
She is honored and excited to serve as the principal of Red Bridge Elementary and to return to the Center School District. With 14 years in education, she has served as an elementary teacher, instructional coach, and interim principal in Center, and most recently as an assistant principal in the Excelsior Springs School District. These experiences have strengthened her commitment to supporting both students and staff while building a positive, collaborative school community.
Sasha earned her undergraduate degree from Avila University and her graduate degree in educational administration from William Woods University. Throughout her career, she has remained focused on continuous improvement and on creating systems that support both academic success and the well-being of every student.
She believes every child deserves to feel known, valued, and challenged each day. She is committed to fostering a school environment where strong relationships, high expectations, and a sense of belonging are at the foundation of the work. She values collaboration, open communication, and partnering closely with staff and families to ensure all students are supported and successful.
Outside of school, Sasha enjoys spending time with her husband, Nicholas, and their daughter, Helena. She is truly excited to join the Red Bridge community and looks forward to a successful year together.
Our climbing club/team has been competing weekly. For week 1, we had Brynn Cheah win first place for middle school girls, and Vivian Holland win second place for middle school girls. CMS also took first place for all middle schools. So proud of our team!
A group of CMS teachers and admin shared their Instructional Framework during district PD this past Friday. CMS teachers are putting in the work to raise academic achievement!
Mrs. Schlicht's ELA students put their learning into action by partnering and serving at Harvesters earlier this week. They were so joy- filled to serve their community. We are so proud of our students and staff. Making a difference and growing academically, together!
The Center School District Board of Education welcomed three new members to the Board this month: Melissa Bellante, Marsha Brown, and Kristin Stokely (pictured left to right). The new members were elected on April 7 and were officially sworn in at the April 13 Board of Education reorganization meeting. Learn more about the new board members on our website.
Join us in celebrating two amazing staff members! The March 2026 Heart of Center recipients are Morgan Westhoff, Math Teacher at Center Middle School, and Andre Allen, Head Custodian at Red Bridge Elementary School.
Both were honored at the March 2026 Board of Education meeting for going above and beyond in their roles. Congratulations, Ms. Westhoff and Mr. Allen: your hard work is seen and appreciated!
#HeartOfCenter #TeacherExcellence
Both were honored at the March 2026 Board of Education meeting for going above and beyond in their roles. Congratulations, Ms. Westhoff and Mr. Allen: your hard work is seen and appreciated!
#HeartOfCenter #TeacherExcellence
Due to the inclement weather forecast, Friday, April 17 will be an early release day for all Center School District schools. There will be no after school activities today.
Join us for our annual Spring Title I Meeting on Tuesday, April 21 from 5:30–6:30 pm at Center Middle School.
Assistant Superintendent of Academic Services Dr. Amy Casey will share about the ways Title I funding supports our schools, like providing funding for curriculum, professional development, and supplies. And you'll have a chance to share your feedback about how the funding is used.
Your feedback matters and helps guide important decisions for our district. We hope to see you there!
#CenterProud 💙💛
Assistant Superintendent of Academic Services Dr. Amy Casey will share about the ways Title I funding supports our schools, like providing funding for curriculum, professional development, and supplies. And you'll have a chance to share your feedback about how the funding is used.
Your feedback matters and helps guide important decisions for our district. We hope to see you there!
#CenterProud 💙💛
👏 We're proud to recognize the March Yellowjackets of the Month: LaRyan Hines, Savannah Frank, and Gabriela Olivares! 🌟
The Yellowjacket of the Month award celebrates outstanding academic achievement at Center High School. These students exemplify the hard work, dedication, and determination that define academic excellence at CHS. Congratulations, LaRyan, Savannah, and Gabriela!
The Yellowjacket of the Month award celebrates outstanding academic achievement at Center High School. These students exemplify the hard work, dedication, and determination that define academic excellence at CHS. Congratulations, LaRyan, Savannah, and Gabriela!
Big congratulations to two outstanding members of our Hive! 🎉
Kyle Stern (Center Middle School) has been named our District Staff of the Year, and Maureen Kramanak (Center High School) has been named our District Teacher of the Year!
Please join us in celebrating their incredible impact on our students, staff, and school community. 💙💛 #CenterProud
Kyle Stern (Center Middle School) has been named our District Staff of the Year, and Maureen Kramanak (Center High School) has been named our District Teacher of the Year!
Please join us in celebrating their incredible impact on our students, staff, and school community. 💙💛 #CenterProud
Our Advanced World History students shared their choice projects on Friday! Here's just a few!
