Hello Raider Nation!
This is your invitation to join us at one, or more, of the many events happening at Central this winter! Our students need YOUR help to make their events successful. Not only will you be supporting our students, but this is a great way to build connections within our Central community! Without workers, we can not host athletic competitions and theater productions, so PLEASE check your calendar and spend an evening with the Raiders!
Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:
1) Click this link to see our events on SignUp: https://signup.com/go/HqgovBX
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's SO easy, and you do NOT need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.
We have spots for adults AND students (ages 14 +,) so grab a friend and sign up!! Please feel free to share this link with others who might be interested in helping out! You may choose to volunteer your time, or we offer a small stipend for each position. Job descriptions and training are available as needed.
As the season progresses, more event dates will be added, so PLEASE check back regularly!
THANK YOU for supporting our students!! GO RAIDERS!!!
Note: SignUp does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact me (kcrown@isd108.org) and I can sign you up manually.
Save the date to come see the fall play! Central Schools presents "The Internet is Distract...oh look a kitten!" A comedy about using the internet to avoid doing schoolwork and how watching too many cat videos may be allowing the internet to creep in and take over our brains. Shows are in the high school auditorium. Show times are:
Thursday, November 21 at 7pm, doors open at 6:30
Friday, November 22 at 7pm, doors open at 6:30
Saturday, November 23 at 4pm, doors open 3:30
Ticket Link: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CTSB
We look forward to seeing you there. Have a Google day!
Jackson Paumen was recognized at the October school board meeting for his year of service as the Student Representative. The Student Representative is a non-voting member of the school board and they are there to bring student issues to the forefront and to provide perspective and insight to decisions from the student lens.
"On behalf of the entire Central Public Schools Board, I want to thank Jackson for his dedicated service and commitment this past year. We hope that this experience inspires you to continue in public service as you get older."
Please see these important announcements about the upcoming State Football game on Friday, 11/8 at Orono High School. Please reach out to Kari Crown (kcrown@isd108.org) or Joe Kley (jkley@isd108.org) with any questions! Thanks and Go Raiders!
Ticket info for Friday's State Tournament game vs. Jackson County Central at Orono High School.
(Students $9, Adults $13)
Gate opens at 5:30pm. No reserving seats.
Tickets: https://gofan.co/event/1707040?schoolId=MSHSL
Credit Card option at the door, NO CASH SALES
Last week, students in the High School Draw/Paint/Print Class got to attend a field trip to the Minneapolis Institute of art. They had a great time looking at different art and finding inspiration for their next project!
Ladies and gentlemen, we are proud to announce this year's Central Education Association Teacher of the Year, Lisa Heckert! Lisa's dedication and passion for education make her an invaluable member of our school community, and we are thrilled to recognize her for her many contributions to her students, colleagues, and families. Congratulations, Lisa!
To start the year, students in grades 1-5 were sent to “STEAM Survival Camp.” They imagined that they were going out into the wilderness for a week, and each grade level had a specific task to help everyone stay safe.
Fifth graders had to design hiking backpacks (models) that could be used to pack for a wilderness trip. Students learned about what makes a good hiking backpack and brainstormed a list of things to pack. From there, groups had to make a pattern for their backpack out of cardboard before picking out fabric. Each student got to use a needle and thread to practice different types of stitches. These look awesome!
This week we are spotlighting middle school artists and their variety tree drawings! This project is completed in 6th grade Art. The goal of the unit is to help students experiment with different artistic techniques, practice observation skills, and express creativity through diverse patterns and textures, all while focusing on a single subject – the tree.
Congratulations to these artists:
Lewis Bunn
Aryanna Torres
Marshall Panning
Bella Hipsley
ATTENTION: the MSHSL realized they needed to make changes to the bracket after they released them due to teams that are playing in the tournament that are also hosting games. The Central Raiders will now be playing on Friday, November 8th at 7:00 PM in Orono vs. JCC!
The State Football bracket has been revealed. The Central Raiders have been given the #3 seed in the South and will face #2 seeded Jackson County Central. The game will take place at Orono HS on Thursday, Nov. 7th at 7:00 PM. More details to come!
Today our seniors passed down their "school spirit" to the kindergarteners. The class of 2025 and the class of 2037 came together in the Field House. One class preparing for their final year at Central, and the other class just beginning their journey. The seniors handed each kindergartener a special pin representing their school spirit, and a letter encouraging them to continue our school traditions. There was so much joy and excitement shared between the two classes, and new friends were made. This is one of the many ways our amazing students show Raider Pride and make our school such a wonderful place to learn and grow.
Wake up Raider Nation! It's Section Championship Game Day! Come on out to Watertown-Mayer and cheer on the Raiders as they face the Cannon Falls Bombers. Game time is 7:00 PM.
Ticket Link: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CSBW
Streaming Link: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL/GameStream/24448
Central Elementary School staff pulled a fantastic group costume for halloween!
Monday, Nov. 4 is a staff development day with no student attendance!
Last week the preschoolers in Cologne used their imagination to plan, create and build after reading the book Busy Builder, Busy Week. So cool!
When it snows on halloween, you go outside and try to catch snowflakes! These preschoolers were very excited about the first snow and enjoyed observing and brainstorming ideas on how to use it.
Tell me it snowed on halloween without telling me it snowed on halloween.
Save the date for the 41st Annual Central Public School Community Education Craft Fair on Saturday, Nov. 23. There will be tons of vendors and great fun for the whole family!
The Raider Field House will be closed to the public until 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 while we host a volleyball tournament.
