We are pleased to announce that Taviana Lowery has accepted a new role in our district as an Assistant Principal of Dodge City High School. Taviana is a lifelong resident of Dodge City and a proud graduate of Dodge City High School. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Newman University in 1988. She later obtained her ESOL endorsement and ELA 6-12 certification. In 2012, she earned her Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from Kansas State University through the DCELA program.

Taviana's teaching career began as a long-term substitute teacher, quickly leading to full-time opportunities at Central and Sunnyside Elementary Schools. In 2015, she accepted the ESL/ELA instructional position at the high school, where she taught several courses and worked with a diverse group of students. In 2022, she became an instructional coach, supporting teachers and enhancing instructional practices throughout the school. In her new role as Assistant Principal, Taviana shared, "I am honored to serve the students and staff at DCHS."

Daniel Ackerman commented, "I am truly excited to welcome Mrs. Lowery to our team. Tavi's experience in the classroom and her dedication to instructional excellence will be a tremendous asset to our students and staff. I look forward to her positive contributions to our administrative team."

Outside of school, Taviana enjoys spending time with her family, including her husband of 28 years, Matt, their two adult children, and a wonderful son-in-law. They cherish every opportunity to be together as a family.