Mr. Jason Williams

PRINCIPAL

I feel at home being a Central Park Cougar! I grew up 6 blocks from Central Park and drive past my childhood home to and from school each day. My father was a long-time teacher and coach at Omaha North High School prior to retiring in the early 2000’s. My mother worked as a Social Worker in the North Omaha Community for over 20 years. I began my teaching career in 1998 with the Omaha Public Schools. In 2010, I worked as a Dean of Students for four years at Burke High School. I transitioned to administration serving as an Assistant Principal at Burke High School. In 2022, I was able to return to my old neighborhood and serve as Principal at Central Park Elementary!

Serving the Omaha Public Schools has been a truly amazing opportunity. My children have attended multiple elementary, middle and high schools and have all graduated from the Omaha Public Schools. I look forward to leading Central Park while providing a safe, nurturing, and challenging environment for students to grow while partnering with families and community members.

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Mr. Jason Williams

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Mrs. Mikaela Wolf

ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL

I am honored to serve as the Assistant Principal at Central Park Elementary. A proud graduate of Omaha North High School, I’ve been part of the Omaha Public Schools community as an educator since 2008, taking on various roles such as a Special Education Teacher, Kindergarten Teacher, and Instructional Facilitator. These experiences have shaped my understanding of the diverse needs of students and fueled my commitment to helping all children succeed.

As an educational leader, I’m deeply passionate about creating a positive, inclusive environment where every student feels valued and capable of reaching their full potential. I believe that collaboration is key to a child's success, and I’m dedicated to building strong partnerships with families and the local community to support our students. My goal is to foster not only academic growth but also emotional well-being and a strong sense of belonging for all students.

I’m thrilled to be part of the Central Park family and look forward to working alongside our dedicated staff, students, and families to achieve our shared vision for student success. Together, I believe we can make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of the children we serve.

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Ms. Durkhany Bassia

INSTRUCTIONAL FACILITATOR

My name is Durkhany Bassia, and I am honored to serve as the Instructional Facilitator at Central Park Elementary. With 21 years of experience at this school, I remain deeply committed to cultivating a supportive and collaborative environment for our students, staff, and families.

I hold degrees from the University of Nebraska at Omaha and Doane University, and I am currently continuing my professional growth through coursework focused on Reading.

Outside the classroom, I enjoy spending time with my family, reading, camping, and seeking opportunities for professional growth to better serve our school community.

I look forward to working together with families and colleagues to ensure a successful and enriching school year for every child.