Our Principal

Dr. Barbara Kohlfeld, Principal
 Blanchard Elementary School

Dr. Barbara Kohlfeld graduated from Notre Dame High School.  She then continued her education earning her Bachelor of Science  in Education at the University of Missouri, her Master of Arts in Education from Southeast Missouri State University, and her Doctor of Philosophy in Education from Southern Illinois University.  She began her teaching career as a third grade teacher then taught kindergarten, first, and fifth grades.  After being a gifted facilitator for five years for Cape Girardeau Public Schools, she became principal at May Greene Elementary School, where she served for the past six years. Dr. Kohlfeld is presently principal to one of Cape Girardeau's elementary schools, Blanchard Elementary.  Blanchard officially opened its doors January 19, 2000.

Dr. Kohlfeld is involved in several professional affiliations, enjoys many professional activities, including Boys' Town Social Skills in the Schools Training, and has written several publications.  She was honored as the 1997 Educator of the Year in Administration by the Chamber of Commerce.

Dr. Kohlfeld's first priority is to the children she serves.  She is a true example of the motto she delivers daily to all students and staff at the close of each  morning's announcements...

"Remember, you go to the school with a heart and
you are filled with love and kindness.  Let's have the best day ever."