We love that feeling of being confident that you know the answer and have learned something new!
Last week, kindergarten students got to experience an in school field trip from the Arboreum where they learned all about desert plants and how they survive in the desert. Looks like fun!
The Norwood Young America Area Chamber of Commerce is offering a scholarship once again this year! A big thank you to them for their support!
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1238/Central_Public_Schools/5245897/2024-2025_SENIOR_LOCAL_SCHOLARSHIP.pdf
Students who feel connected with their school community are ready to learn!
Students in kindergarten had a great time making Valentine's Day cards for Veterans in the VA Hospital. What a great way to brighten someone's day!
The Central Boys Basketball team is back in action tonight as they host the Rockford Rockets in a WCC West matchup. C and JV will tip off at 5:30 and the Varsity will follow at 7:00. Hope to see you there!
Ticket Info: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CXKA
The Cologne Fire Dept Relief Association is once again generously offering a scholarship to our 2025 seniors!
You can find the application on the Support Services Website under Seniors Local Scholarships or at the link here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1238/Central_Public_Schools/5238103/2024-2025_SENIOR_LOCAL_SCHOLARSHIP.pdf
Congratulations to our December and January High School award winners! Students in grades 9-12 were recognized for the Academic Achievement, Lion's Citizenship and Raider Pride Awards.
Good Morning Raider Nation,
The weather the next few days definitely has me thinking SPRING!!! With spring comes baseball....the Raider Baseball Clothing Store is still open but is closing soon, tomorrow (January 28th) to be exact. Act fast to grab some baseball apparel to help with those warm, Spring thoughts!
Player Pack Store -https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/CENBASE25
*This store is available to all, not just players!!!
Full Team Store - https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/CENBASE25
Have a wonderful rest of your Monday....Go Raiders!!!
Raider Baseball
Don’t miss the Incubate to Innovate Parent Night tomorrow (Tuesday, Jan. 28) at 6 p.m. The event will be held at Central High School and will be a ton of fun for all Central Families! RSVP at the link: https://forms.gle/dE3FwYDePxK1uqhp6
What an incredible night at "Camp Read-a-lot"! Over 180 students and their families joined us for Literacy Night. With activities like Bingo under the stars, crafts, scavenger hunts, tasty snacks and a free book for every child, there was something for everyone!
A huge thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this event a success.
Last week we shared a cool video of what our eighth graders were up to in STEAM where they coded programs into drones. Here are a few more photos of the process and what their program looks like!
Happy Friday everyone! Come on out to Central High School and help our Girls basketball team celebrate parents night! The C and JV games against Westonka will tip off at 5:30 PM with Varsity scheduled for 7:00 PM.
Ticket Link: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CXBV
Local Scholarships have been added to the Support Services website! We thank all of the local families and organizations for their generosity!
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/1238/Central_Public_Schools/5233482/2024-2025_SENIOR_LOCAL_SCHOLARSHIP.pdf
Save the date!
We are thrilled to announce the newest addition to our school—a book vending machine! A huge thank you to our amazing Booster Club for their generosity in making this possible.
This innovative machine is more than just a fun way to get books; it's a tool to inspire a lifelong love of reading among our students. Each child will have the opportunity to receive tokens that can be used to "purchase" a book of their choice to keep forever!
By giving our students access to free books, we're not just encouraging reading—we're helping build literacy skills and empowering them to explore new worlds through stories.
Thank you again to the Booster Club for your donation and your unwavering dedication to our students' success.
Good luck to the cast and crew of the One-Act Play as they compete in the 4A Sub-Section Competition tomorrow! They’ll perform "Sweep Under Rug" by Lindsay Price in Howard Lake-Waverly-Winsted at 12:50 PM on Saturday, January 25. The team has been working hard and is ready to shine. Break a leg, Raiders!
The Central Public Schools Early Childhood Family Education programs have so many great ways for young learners and their families to develop new skills, create lasting connections, and much more!
Here's a fun thing shared by fourth grade teacher Mr. Schrupp from today:
This year, our 4th graders are embarking on an incredible journey as they have the unique opportunity to learn sign language! Today, we kicked things off with an introduction to some basic signs, and it was truly inspiring to see the excitement and joy in their faces as they picked up this new skill. 🌟
Learning sign language is not only a fun and interactive activity but also a powerful way to foster inclusivity, empathy, and communication skills. By exploring this new form of expression, our students are gaining a deeper understanding of how to connect with others and expanding their ability to communicate in meaningful ways.
It’s been amazing to witness their enthusiasm and curiosity as they begin to understand the beauty and importance of sign language. From signing simple words to practicing with their peers, the energy in the classroom was electric!
This opportunity is just one of the many ways we strive to provide our students with unique and enriching learning experiences. We can’t wait to see how much they grow and how their newfound skills will inspire them to make meaningful connections with others.
We are so proud of our 4th graders for embracing this challenge with open minds and hearts. Be sure to ask your child about the signs they learned today – they’ll love showing off their new skills! 🙌
We like to show what it’s like to be in one of the incredible classrooms here at Central Public Schools, in fact, we love it! We also love getting to meet our future kindergarten students and their families at Kindergarten Registration night on Thursday, Feb. 6. Learn more and we’ll see you there!
https://www.isd108.org/article/1952026
