Central public schools
District Profile
Superintendent : Tim Schochenmaier ISD number : 108 number of schools : three District office : 531 Morse St ., Norwood Young America , MN 55368 Phone number : 952-467-7000 Website : www . isd108 . org
Elementary School
Principal : Ron Erpenbach Grades : k through five Address : 655 Seventh St . SW , Norwood Young America , MN 55368 Phone number : 952-467-7300
Middle School
Principal : Tom Erickson Grades : six through eight Address : 51 Morse St ., Norwood Young America , MN 55368 Phone number : 952-467-7200 .
High School
Principal : Tom Erickson Grades : nine through 12 Address : 531 Morse St ., Norwood Young America , MN 55368 Phone number : 952-467-7100
Community Education
Director : Kelly Vossen Grades : pre-k through 12 Address : 655 7th St . SW , Norwood Young America , MN 55368 In Central Elementary Phone number : 952-467-7391
Kids ’ Company
Director : Phil Hendrycks Phone number : 952-467-7395
About Central Public Schools
Central Public Schools serves the communities of Cologne , Hamburg , and Norwood Young America .
Education is Central :
“ Welcome to Central Public Schools , the place where Education is Central . We are located just 30 miles west of Minneapolis and offer a small town , family-oriented atmosphere and are equipped with all the tools necessary to ensure our students succeed .
Central Public Schools serves about 950 students and we have one elementary , one middle , and one high school . Each day our cadre of excellent teachers and support staff work with individual students to ensure academic and social / emotional growth . Individual attention to students really is our strength . Our size allows us to know , and respond to , individual student needs . Our mix of experienced and new staff works together in teams to refine their effectiveness and to stay connected to the latest techniques to carry out our mission .
Our commitment to high quality education and a safe learning environment is unparalleled . Come grow with us ! Should you have any questions about Central Public Schools , please do not hesitate to reach out and we can discuss how Central can benefit your child and family .”
Mission & Vision Statement
Central High School
“ The mission of Central High School is to guide individuals towards acquiring the knowledge , skills and attitudes that will help them maximize their potential for leading productive lives . This is made evident through Central ’ s commitment to provide a well rounded education in a variety of academic fields , along with providing students with numerous extra-curricular opportunities . The Central High School staff are committed to establishing a safe and secure school environment that allows our students to flourish and grow intellectually , emotionally , and socially ,” from High School Principal Tom Erickson .
Students may participate in band , choir , drama , FFA , First Robotics , Knowledge Bowl , National Honor Society , one act play , yearbook , student council , and speech . Students can participate in athletics by playing basketball , baseball , cheerleading , cross country , dance , football , gymnastics , soccer , softball , track and field , volleyball , wrestling , and trap shooting .
Central Middle School
“ Central Middle School believes in the uniqueness of each individual and is committed to fostering a healthy learning environment supportive of the social , intellectual , physical and emotional needs of the adolescent . Central Middle School has the following components : advisor / advisee groups , teaming , interdisciplinary teaching , flexible schedules and exploration . The staff is committed to developing all of these components in our middle school ,” from Middle School Principal Tom Erickson .
Central Elementary School
“ We are honored to have you and your child as a part of our school community . At Central Elementary School , you will find an extremely talented group of caring and dedicated employees who set high expectations for themselves and our students daily . I am very proud this school and community .” Elementary Principal Ron Erpenhach .
Community Education
Community Education will provide lifelong learning experiences for people of all ages , abilities and cultures through community-based programs and services . The programs and services are designed to foster learning , build community , and make an effective use of resources . Community Education believes that everyone has something to share and everyone has something to learn . They are always open to new ideas and meeting the needs and wants of the community .
They build community spirit and connection through lifelong learning opportunities such as :
• Enrichment classes and events for all ages
• Recreation and health and fitness for all ages
• Early Childhood Family Education and Kurious Kids Preschool
• Kids Co . Childcare and Preschool Extended Day care
• Youth Development opportunities
• Trips and Tours
• Early childhood screenings
• 37th Annual Craft Fair
• Youth Sports
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