Congratulations to our Red Bridge Elementary School Teacher of the Year Marissa Greaves and Staff of the Year Jessica Admire. Ms. Greaves serves as a third grade teacher, and Ms. Admire is a library clerk. Please join us in celebrating these outstanding staff members! 💙💛 #Center Proud
29 days ago, Center School District
Headshots of Red Bridge Elementary School Teacher of the Year Marissa Greaves and Staff of the Year Jessica Admire.
Today we’re celebrating Indian Creek Elementary Teacher of the Year Elizabeth Seidt and Staff of the Year Dekesha Pickett. Ms. Seidt is a second grade teacher, and Ms. Pickett is a paraprofessional. They were nominated and selected by their school community, and they exemplify the care, commitment, and excellence that make Indian Creek Elementary such a special place.

Congratulations Ms. Seidt and Ms. Pickett! 💙💛
#Center Proud
29 days ago, Center School District
Headshots of Indian Creek Elementary Teacher of the Year Elizabeth Seidt and Staff of the Year Dekesha Pickett.
Join us in celebrating Center Elementary School’s Teacher of the Year, Daniel Riekena, and Staff of the Year, Michael Sanders! 🎉 Mr. Riekena is the CE art teacher, and Mr. Sanders is the behavior interventionalist.

These two make a meaningful difference for students every day, and we’re grateful to have them as part of our hive! 💙💛 #CenterProud
30 days ago, Center School District
Headshots of Center Elementary School Teacher of the Year Daniel Riekena and Staff of the Year Michael Sanders.
Congratulations to our Boone Elementary School Teacher of the Year Joshlyn Million and Staff of the Year D'Anthony Davis. Ms. Million serves as a first grade teacher, and Mr. Davis is a behavior interventionalist. These recipients were nominated and chosen by their school community. Please join us in celebrating these outstanding staff members! 💙💛
#Center Proud
about 1 month ago, Center School District
Headshots of Boone Elementary School Teacher of the Year Joshlyn Million and Staff of the Year D'Anthony Davis.
This week, we are celebrating our incredible 2026 Teacher of the Year and Staff of the Year recipients across Center School District.

Today, we’re proud to recognize Yellowjacket Early Learning Center Teacher of the Year Brandi Henkel and Staff of the Year Brooke Wells. Brandi serves as an early childhood teacher, and Brooke is a paraprofessional supporting our youngest learners.

Each honoree was nominated and selected by their school community. We are grateful for these outstanding Yellowjacket leaders and the care they show our students every day. 💙💛 #CenterProud
about 1 month ago, Center School District
Headshots of Brandi Henkel, Teacher of the Year, and Brooke Wells, Staff of the Year, at Yellowjacket Early Learning Center.

📣 Four candidates have filed to run for the Center #58 School District Board of Education.

Three Board seats will be open this April, and all four candidates will appear on the April 7, 2026 ballot.

Watch the Center School Board Candidate Forum to learn more about the candidates.

about 1 month ago, Center School District

In recognition of National Security Officer Day, we are celebrating our Center School District Security Team. Our Security Team plays a vital role in maintaining the safety and security across our district.

Please join us in thanking and celebrating our security officers for the important work they do in our schools, and take a moment to read a little more about the Security Team.

about 1 month ago, Center School District

A reminder: the virtual forum for Center School District Board of Education candidates will take place tomorrow, Thursday, March 19 at 6:30 pm.

The forum is free and open to the public. You can register for the virtual candidate forum on the League of Women Voters of Kansas City website. You must register to receive a link to join the forum.

about 1 month ago, Center School District
Don't miss out on your chance to be part of the BEST cheer squad in the state!
about 1 month ago, Center Middle School
CMS-cheer tryouts
College and Career Day is almost here!!
about 1 month ago, Center Middle School
C&C day coming 4/1/26
Our weekly reading champions visited Dr. McCarthy today to pick up some treats!
about 1 month ago, Center Middle School
3/17/26
3/17/26
Ms. Schmidt's Historian of the Week has some incredible students represented!
about 1 month ago, Center Middle School
Schmidt-7th grade social studies

Students across Center School District continue to achieve at high levels in academics and activities across the district. Recent highlights from Yellowjacket Early Learning Center through Center High School showcase the talent, dedication, and Yellowjacket Pride found in every school. Read more.

about 1 month ago, Center School District
Aireona Ealy, Center School District's first female wrestler to qualify for state two years in a row.
Center Middle School cheerleaders celebrate their championship win.
Allison Van Horn and Kennady Lingle pose with their awards at the Aspiring Educators Competition.
Yellowjacket Early Learning Center students create colorful artwork to celebrate Black History Month.
Yellowjacket Early Learning Center (YELC) and elementary school families: Parent-Teacher Conferences will still take place in person this evening as scheduled. We know this is an important opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher, and we appreciate you making time for these meaningful conversations. Our goal is always 100% family participation in conferences. Additional YELC and elementary conferences will continue as planned later this week.

Middle school and high school conferences will continue as planned on Tuesday and Wednesday this week.
about 1 month ago, Center School District
📣 Food Pantry Friday is almost here!

The mobile pantry is held the second Friday of every month and is open to anyone who could use a little extra assistance, including staff. Pantry distribution begins around 9:30–10 am, depending on the arrival time of the Harvester’s truck.

📍 Location: Center School District Warehouse (behind Center High School, 8715 Holmes Rd)
🚙 Line begins at the top of the hill by the bus gate
🛒 First come, first served

Please help spread the word and stop by if you could use a hand. 💙💛
about 1 month ago, Center School District
Welcome to Center, Megan Christiansen!

Megan is joining our Human Resources team as an Administrative Assistant and brings valuable HR experience from Joplin Schools and Pepsi. We’re excited to have her on the team! 💙💛
about 1 month ago, Center School District
Headshot of Megan Christiansen, newly appointed HR Administrative Assistant.
In honor of School Board Recognition month, we’re recognizing the dedicated members of the Center School District Board of Education. Serving on a school board is a commitment of time, leadership, and heart, and we are grateful for the individuals who step forward to serve. 💙💛

Please join us in thanking our Board of Education members for their commitment to the success of our Yellowjackets! 🐝

(Pictured L-R) Gayla Smith, Cecelia Ball, Dr. Ronald Fritz, Board President Marcie Calvin, Mike Sarver, Board Vice President Mariah Roady, and Ira Boydston IV.
about 2 months ago, Center School District
Center School District Board of Education stands in the front of the boardroom at Indian Creek Elementary School.
CMS chess team competed with over 500 other students on Saturday. Gary Li took 4th place overall for 6th grade and our 6th graders earned 3rd place as a team!! A huge shout out to Mr. Fab our chess coach! Job well done Yellowjackets!
about 2 months ago, Center Middle School
3/7/26
3/7/26
3/7/26
March Yellowjacket students of the month!!! These students exemplified community, growth and responsibility.
about 2 months ago, Center Middle School
March students of the month!

📅 Tuesday, March 17: Jackson County Public Health is bringing student vaccine clinics directly to CMS & CHS to make required immunizations quick and convenient for families.

Students entering 8th or 12th grade may need vaccines for the upcoming school year.
Register by Thursday, March 12 at 8 am using the link sent to families via email.

Getting this done early helps families beat the summer back-to-school rush!

about 2 months ago, Center School District
Immunization clinics will be at CMS & CHS on March 17