On behalf of the entire Central family I would like to take the opportunity to welcome you to our school!

The faculty members of Central are an incredibly talented, creative and caring group who are committed to assisting your student in their transition from early elementary to upper elementary school both academically and socially.

I look forward to meeting each student in the school as much as possible. It is my belief that the more proactive we can be the less time we will need to spend on discipline issues. With that in mind, I am encouraging all students to seek me or Mrs. Assareh out before problems arise. If a discipline problem does arise that requires parental input, we will be in contact with you as soon as possible. As the principal, I also want to extend an invitation to the parents/guardians of ours students to visit with me regarding any suggestions or concerns you may have regarding your student progress this year.

This is my second year at Central Elementary. Before I had the privilege of coming to Central I was the principal at Clark-Vitt for 4 years here in Union. I also have been a part of the Independence School District, near Kansas City, for 6 years as a teacher and Assistant Principal. I have been a basketball, baseball and football coach. Before that I taught 7^th and 8^th grade science for six years in Lexington, MO. I graduated from Southwest Missouri State University, now Missouri State University, in 1994 with my undergraduate degree, and I completed my Masters Degree in Administration from Park University. Recently I finished up my Specialist Degree at Missouri Baptist University.

I have a wonderful wife and a nine-year-old daughter that keep me on my toes. I am a huge Cardinal, Blues and Rams fan, so it is good to be back on this side of the state! I also love to play golf and spending time with my family!