Capital City High School

Mr. Randy Wild, Principal

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He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Washburn University, a Master’s degree in Special Education from Pittsburg State University, and a Leadership Degree from Fort Hays State University.

Throughout his career, Mr. Wild has shown a deep dedication to student success. He spent 10 years in special education at USD 321, followed by a year as the Transition/CTE Coordinator, where he focused on preparing students for academic and career achievements. His leadership experience includes four years as the Jr/Sr High School Principal at USD 330, where he worked to create a positive and collaborative school culture. Most recently, he served as the Associate Principal at Topeka West High School in Topeka Public Schools, where he demonstrated his innovative leadership and passion for education.

Mr. Wild’s extensive experience and enthusiasm for student-centered education make him a dynamic leader at Capital City School. He is committed to partnering with staff, students, and the community to create an environment where every student can achieve their full potential.

Cori Hare - Associate Principal

Ms. Hare serves as the Associate Principal at Capital City School and brings 18 years of experience in special education, educational leadership, and school administration. She is committed to creating a positive, inclusive learning environment where every student is supported, challenged, and empowered to succeed.

Mrs. Hare earned her bachelor's degree from Coe College, a master's degree in Special Education from The University of Kansas, and a master's degree in Educational Leadership from Washburn University.

She began her career in 2008 teaching sixth grade before moving into special education, where she taught students in grades 7–12 and led transition programming for young adults ages 18–21 at USD 321 until 2017. In 2017, she joined Topeka Public Schools as the Program Coordinator for Jaguar Academy, where she spent eight years leading specialized programming for students with significant behavioral and learning needs. In 2025, she transitioned to Capital City School as Assistant Principal and then assumed her current role as Associate Principal in 2026.

Throughout her career, Mrs. Hare has been dedicated to serving students with diverse learning needs and helping them develop the academic, social, and life skills necessary to become active, successful members of their communities. She believes strong partnerships with families, community organizations, and school staff are essential to student success and is passionate about maintaining high academic expectations while providing the individualized support students need to reach their full potential.

 Dan Bullock, Assistant Principal

Mr. Bullock serves as the Assistant Principal at Capital City School and brings more than 25 years of experience in education and school leadership. Throughout his career, he has remained committed to fostering a positive school culture where students are challenged academically, supported socially and emotionally, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Mr. Bullock earned his bachelor's degree in Education from Washburn University and his master's degree in School Leadership from Baker University.

Since beginning his educational career with Topeka Public Schools in 2000, Mr. Bullock has served in a variety of roles that have shaped his passion for supporting students and educators alike. His experience includes teaching first, second, fourth, and fifth grades, serving as a middle school mathematics teacher, working as an elementary instructional coach, supporting students as a behavior interventionist, and serving as an assistant principal.

Mr. Bullock believes that strong relationships are the foundation of student success. His broad experience across elementary and middle school settings provides a unique perspective that helps him support both student achievement and positive school culture at Capital City School.