The summer is rolling along, and the great work continues at Center Consolidated School District. Check it out at www.center-of-focus.com.
From head XC Coach, Alexis Varela,
I know it’s late but for those high school and middle school cross country runners we will have open runs starting tomorrow at 12pm at the Community Park and a schedule to follow from then on. This is not mandatory.
Welcome to Center, Mr. Dutton!
We’re excited to officially welcome Mr. Dutton to the Center Viking family! This weekend, Coach Z and several members of the football team were the first to greet him, lending a hand with unloading and helping him get settled into the community.
We’re proud of these young men for representing Center so well and showing what Viking pride is all about. Thank you, Coach Z and team, for stepping up and making Mr. Dutton feel right at home.
We look forward to the leadership, energy, and vision Mr. Dutton will bring to our schools and community. Welcome to Center, and welcome to the Viking family! #VikingPride #CenterStrong #ClearEyesFullHeartsCantLose
Even though it's summer break, Center students and staff continue to do great things! Check it out @ www.center-of-focus.com. Have a great week!
Attention boys HS Basketball! Summer basketball season is already underway! Let's keep the momentum! Here's the schedule! Monday-Friday unless otherwise noted! Centauri team camp this weekend!
Congratulations to our ARC and CVA graduates! Hope you all had a great first week of June! www.center-of-focus.com
Attention Viking football players! Here is the schedule for summer workouts! It's time to get locked in!
#cleareyesfullheartscantlose
Happy first day of June, Vikings! Enjoy your summer break!
Check out all the celebrations that happened last week @ www.center-of-focus.com.
Check out all the celebrations that happened last week @ www.center-of-focus.com.
Center Community,
You are invited to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the new Building X.
When: Thursday, May 28th at 5:00 PM.
**DRILL** Fire Drill **DRILL**
Students at Center Consolidated completed a **DRILL** Fire Drill **DRILL**
They did a great job. Thanks for making them a Viking!
**SIMULACRO** Simulacro de incendio **SIMULACRO**
Los estudiantes de Center Consolidated completaron un **SIMULACRO** de incendio **SIMULACRO**.
¡Hicieron un gran trabajo! ¡Gracias por hacer de ellos unos vikingos!
Students at Center Consolidated completed a **DRILL** Fire Drill **DRILL**
They did a great job. Thanks for making them a Viking!
**SIMULACRO** Simulacro de incendio **SIMULACRO**
Los estudiantes de Center Consolidated completaron un **SIMULACRO** de incendio **SIMULACRO**.
¡Hicieron un gran trabajo! ¡Gracias por hacer de ellos unos vikingos!
Attention High School Sports Parents:
We will be having a football player and parents meeting tomorrow evening (Tuesday, May 25) at 6:00 pm in the commons.
One more week to go... let's go, Center Vikings! Proud of all you've accomplished this year, and you are still going strong and making us proud. Have a great last week of school, Vikings! Check it all out at www.center-of-focus.com. Have a great week!
Center Consolidated School District honors all the men and women who have served our country, past and present, on this Memorial Day. Thank you for your service to our country, and may our actions honor your service and sacrifice.
Please join us for the Center high school cohort 4 Certified Nurse Aid pinning ceremony Wednesday, May 20 at 6 PM in the auditorium
Dear Parents, The May Elementary School newsletter is now available. Please take a moment to review it for important updates, upcoming events, and helpful information for you and your student.
Newsletter Link English/Spanish
Estimados padres:
El boletín informativo de mayo de la escuela primaria ya está disponible. Les invitamos a tomarse un momento para revisarlo, ya que contiene actualizaciones importantes, próximos eventos e información útil tanto para ustedes como para sus hijos.
At tonight’s Annual Spring Band Concert, Superintendent Carrie was congratulated on her upcoming retirement, and the High School Band performed “Sweet Caroline” by Neil Diamond in her honor.
Official State Qualifiers!!
4x100 - Becklynn Bogner, Maya Swanson, Landry Neufeld, Oceana Garcia
4x200- Becklynn Bogner, Landry Neufeld, Oceana Garcia, Alyciana Lujan
300m Hurdles- Becklynn Bogner
Discus- Emiliana Valdez
Congrats and Go Vikings
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 11, 2026
Center Consolidated School District Board of Education
Names Benjamin Dutton Sole Finalist for Superintendent
CENTER, Colorado — At a special Board meeting on May 7, 2026, the Center Consolidated School District Board of Education named Benjamin Dutton as the sole finalist for Superintendent of Schools following a comprehensive national search conducted in partnership with Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates and the Colorado Association of School Boards.
The Board’s decision follows a thorough and thoughtful process that included stakeholder engagement, community input, candidate screening, finalist interviews, and on-site district visits. Each step was designed to identify the leader best prepared to serve the Center community and guide the district into its next chapter.
The superintendent search reflected the Board’s commitment to transparency, stakeholder voice, and careful decision-making. Throughout the process, the Board gathered input from staff, families, students, and community members through surveys, focus groups, and public engagement opportunities. That feedback helped shape the district’s leadership profile and informed the Board’s evaluation of candidates throughout the search.
Dutton brings nearly 20 years of experience as an educational leader, including service as a secondary principal, rural Colorado superintendent, and university administrator. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business administration from the University of Nebraska and Colorado State University, respectively, as well as a master’s degree in educational leadership from Northern Arizona University. He is licensed to teach vocational business in Arizona and holds K–12 principal and administrator licenses in Colorado.
Dutton currently serves as Rural Prosperity Lead Educator in the University of Nebraska system, where he leads regional initiatives focused on workforce readiness, strategic planning, entrepreneurship, and community vitality. Throughout his career, he has worked to connect schools with the broader community and expand opportunities for students both in and beyond the classroom.
Dutton is a relationship-first leader who believes trust and communication are the foundation of successful schools. He enjoys getting to know people, listening to their stories, and working collaboratively to move organizations forward. He is especially passionate about helping districts create meaningful pathways for students beyond high school while continuing to strengthen day-to-day classroom learning.
Having spent much of his life in rural communities, Dutton values the role schools play as the heart of the community. He and his wife, Janet, both speak Spanish and value living in multicultural communities, recognizing the important role culture and community play in student success. Outside of work, Dutton and his family enjoy hiking, camping, and exploring the outdoors. He is excited about the opportunity to become part of the Center community.
Ben Dutton said, “I am honored and excited to join the Center community. Throughout this process, I was impressed by the pride, resilience, and strong sense of family that exists throughout the district and community. It is clear that Center cares deeply about its students and their future. I look forward to building strong relationships, listening and learning from the community, and working together to provide outstanding opportunities for every student.”
“Benjamin Dutton emerged from this process as a leader of strong character, deep experience, and clear commitment to students, staff, and community. The Board is confident he has the leadership qualities, values, and vision needed to serve Center Consolidated School District well,” Kimberlee Duran, Board President.
The Board of Education thanks the staff, students, families, community members, and search consultants who contributed their time, perspectives, and support throughout this important process. Their engagement played a vital role in helping the Board identify the leadership qualities, priorities, and experiences most important to the future of Center Consolidated School District.
Additional information regarding the superintendent search process is available on the Center Consolidated School District website.
https://aptg.co/r_pqfV
May 11, 2026
Center Consolidated School District Board of Education
Names Benjamin Dutton Sole Finalist for Superintendent
CENTER, Colorado — At a special Board meeting on May 7, 2026, the Center Consolidated School District Board of Education named Benjamin Dutton as the sole finalist for Superintendent of Schools following a comprehensive national search conducted in partnership with Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates and the Colorado Association of School Boards.
The Board’s decision follows a thorough and thoughtful process that included stakeholder engagement, community input, candidate screening, finalist interviews, and on-site district visits. Each step was designed to identify the leader best prepared to serve the Center community and guide the district into its next chapter.
The superintendent search reflected the Board’s commitment to transparency, stakeholder voice, and careful decision-making. Throughout the process, the Board gathered input from staff, families, students, and community members through surveys, focus groups, and public engagement opportunities. That feedback helped shape the district’s leadership profile and informed the Board’s evaluation of candidates throughout the search.
Dutton brings nearly 20 years of experience as an educational leader, including service as a secondary principal, rural Colorado superintendent, and university administrator. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business administration from the University of Nebraska and Colorado State University, respectively, as well as a master’s degree in educational leadership from Northern Arizona University. He is licensed to teach vocational business in Arizona and holds K–12 principal and administrator licenses in Colorado.
Dutton currently serves as Rural Prosperity Lead Educator in the University of Nebraska system, where he leads regional initiatives focused on workforce readiness, strategic planning, entrepreneurship, and community vitality. Throughout his career, he has worked to connect schools with the broader community and expand opportunities for students both in and beyond the classroom.
Dutton is a relationship-first leader who believes trust and communication are the foundation of successful schools. He enjoys getting to know people, listening to their stories, and working collaboratively to move organizations forward. He is especially passionate about helping districts create meaningful pathways for students beyond high school while continuing to strengthen day-to-day classroom learning.
Having spent much of his life in rural communities, Dutton values the role schools play as the heart of the community. He and his wife, Janet, both speak Spanish and value living in multicultural communities, recognizing the important role culture and community play in student success. Outside of work, Dutton and his family enjoy hiking, camping, and exploring the outdoors. He is excited about the opportunity to become part of the Center community.
Ben Dutton said, “I am honored and excited to join the Center community. Throughout this process, I was impressed by the pride, resilience, and strong sense of family that exists throughout the district and community. It is clear that Center cares deeply about its students and their future. I look forward to building strong relationships, listening and learning from the community, and working together to provide outstanding opportunities for every student.”
“Benjamin Dutton emerged from this process as a leader of strong character, deep experience, and clear commitment to students, staff, and community. The Board is confident he has the leadership qualities, values, and vision needed to serve Center Consolidated School District well,” Kimberlee Duran, Board President.
The Board of Education thanks the staff, students, families, community members, and search consultants who contributed their time, perspectives, and support throughout this important process. Their engagement played a vital role in helping the Board identify the leadership qualities, priorities, and experiences most important to the future of Center Consolidated School District.
Additional information regarding the superintendent search process is available on the Center Consolidated School District website.
https://aptg.co/r_pqfV
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