National Principals Month appreciation graphic featuring Dawn Traupman, Principal of Tanglewood Elementary School. The design includes her professional portrait, a large “Thank You” message, and the words “Honoring Our Exceptional Leaders!” in maroon, black, and gray. The Central Community School System 20th Anniversary logo appears at the bottom.

Mrs. Traupman joined Central Community School System in 2019 as Data Specialist at Tanglewood Elementary. In 2021, she became Assistant Principal at Tanglewood before being named Principal of Bellingrath Hills Elementary in 2023. This year, she returned to Tanglewood as Principal, bringing her leadership journey full circle!

Now in her eighth year with Central Schools and fourth year as a principal, Mrs. Traupman is a determined, student-centered leader who works tirelessly to ensure students have the support they need to succeed. Her journey across two elementary campuses has given her valuable experience and a deep understanding of the important work happening at this stage of a child's education. She brings that perspective, along with her commitment to students and staff, to her leadership at Tanglewood.

As a Central parent herself, she shares in the hopes and goals that so many of our families have for their children's futures.

Please join us in thanking Mrs. Traupman for the heart, determination, and student-first mindset she brings to Tanglewood Elementary!