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Welcome to Central Elementary, home of the Rockets!

Mission Statement: To successfully educate each student academically, socially, physically, and emotionally.

Opening in 1927, Central is the heart of Dodge City as we have always been able to provide an education to the students. Our school is small, meaning we get to know every student and meet their individual needs. We pride ourselves in being a home away from home, not only for the students but also their families. Central tends to be a generation school: We have students who have followed their parent’s and even grandparent’s footsteps in attending Central. Central is a great place for students to grow and learn!

Meet the Principal

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Meet Kimberly Panzer, Principal at Central Elementary! Panzer has been in education for 26 years. She is a graduate of South Gray High School and Oklahoma Panhandle State University for BS and FHSU of MS.

 

 

Q: What is your favorite part about your job?

A: The favorite part of my job is serving students, families, and staff however I can to make learning fun and impactful. 

 

Q: What do you like to do in your free time?

A: I love to attend activities in which my two boys are involved. 

 

Q: Any fun facts about you?

A: My first teaching job was at Dodge City High School so I am excited to be back at USD 443! 

 

panzer.kimberly@usd443.org

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Central Elementary School
1100 Central Avenue
Dodge City, KS 67801

Phone: (620) 471-2104
Fax: (620) 227-1721

Grades: Kindergarten – 5th
Principal: Kimberly Panzer
Hours: 7:55 a.m. – 3:10 p.m.