Before the end of the year let's celebrate our exchange students at Central High School!
Maria Rita is a 12th grader from Italy who will be returning home to finish her final year of school . She wants to return to the United States in the future for University.
Maelys is an 11th grader from France. She will be returning to France to finish high school after this school year wraps up.
We have loved having them both and we wish them both the best of luck!
The last day of school is Friday, May 23, which is so soon! It will be a half day. Thanks for a great year!
In the last month of school, 6th graders learned about important Minnesota companies that have impacted our economy and state. This led to the 6th graders working on their own inventions in an Invention Convention unit in social studies. Students kicked off the unit by using the ChangeMaker Innovation Process that was introduced in elementary school. This helped students start collaborating and think outside of the box like inventors. They learned about real world jobs, filled out a job application and completed job training. Each company brainstormed an invention, did market research, created a board presentation and presented it to the class. Once the creating of their prototype and packaging in the STEAM lab was completed, parents were invited to attend their trade show. Such great learning!
Last Friday, fourth graders took a field trip to Feed My Starving Children. It was a wonderful example of what can be accomplished when families and schools work together. Mr. Schrupp said, “Watching the students give their time and energy to help others reminded me how lucky we are to have such a supportive and caring group of families walking alongside us. With continued collaboration, there’s no limit to what these amazing students can achieve!”
We've got some important updates and reminders for the class of 2025 for this busy last week!
The last official day for Seniors is Tuesday, May 20. Students must be passing all classes to be released. Any students not passing will be required to attend school until all work is made up and grades are passing.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 21 is a busy day!
Senior Breakfast will take place at 7:30 a.m. in the Commons
Graduation Practice starts at 8 a.m. and attendance is mandatory. All seniors MUST bring cap and gown to practice. After practice seniors will walk to the elementary school and walk through the halls with their cap and gowns on.
For those who signed up for Feed My Starving children, the bus will leave at 9 a.m. with lunch to follow when you return.
Baccalaureate Service will take place at 7 p.m. in the Auditorium. Seniors should wear their graduation gowns. This is arranged and hosted by the local churches.
FRIDAY, MAY 23 (AKA the big day)
Graduation Ceremony begins at 6 p.m.
Students must arrive at 5 p.m. and report to the Flex room to receive honor cords, take a class picture, and get any last minute information before lining up for graduation. Doors also open for guests at 5 p.m.
A huge congratulations to Team Sandeen Sisters (Rebecca and Abigail Sandeen with coach Amber Kester) for being a Regional Winner for Technovation Girls Minnesota this weekend at the Code Savvy Celebrates! There were 23 teams from Minnesota that pitched their app to a panel of judges on Saturday. What an awesome achievement!
We will officially wrap up the school year on Friday, May 23 with a half day schedule. Let’s finish the year strong!
The last day of preschool programming for the 2024-25 school year is Thursday, May 22. Students have done so well learning and growing together this year!
Due to the weather we have flipped home sites for today's baseball games with HLWW! Here is the new schedule:
Varsity DH @ Sports Complex - 4:00/6:00
JV DH @ YA - 4:00/6:00
C DH @ HLWW HS Field #4 - 4:00/6:00
8th Grade @ HLWW HS Field #5 - 3:45
7th Grade @ HLWW HS Field #6 - 3:45
ECFE Programming gives young learners opportunities to make friends and practice social skills like taking turns, playing together and sharing!
We will be celebrating the class of 2025 at the Graduation Ceremony on Friday, May 23, 2025. The ceremony will take place in the Varsity Gym at 6 p.m. with doors opening at 5 p.m. No tickets required. We can't wait!
The Central Technovation team "Sandeen Sisters" has successfully submitted their app in the Technovation Challenge to be considered as part of the global competition. They are one of 32 Minnesota teams and over 2,000 international teams competing in this mobile app challenge.
Their app, Bountiful Basket Customer App (BBCA), presents customers with easy access to information about the non-profit organization Bountiful Basket Food Shelf. BBCA gives users an overview of what shopping at the food shelf entails, empowering them with the information needed for a seamless experience.
They were able to practice their pitch at the US Bank Technology Center in front of executive leaders where they received positive feedback.
Team Sandeen Sisters will pitch their app live on May 17 to a panel of judges with the other MN teams.
Our Baby and Me class is nearing the end for this school year but we'll be back again in fall! Come join us next year for Baby and Me or any of our other ECFE classes. Look for our Community Education Brochure to hit mailboxes this summer.
Love basketball? Have a desire to coach?? Central is seeking a Head Boys Basketball coach for the 2025-2026 school year. Please contact Joe Kley at jkley@isd108.org for more information or apply here. https://www.applitrack.com/central/OnlineApp/JobPostings/view.asp?all=1
Central Business Teacher Paul Hallquist hosted a professional networking panel for students during WIN time today.
The discussion was centered around networking to demystify "It's not what you know, it's who you know." Participants included David Heine and Leah Serbus from SLS Accounting, Shelby Erickson from Ridgeview Medical Center, Jason Martens from Sackett Waconia and John Fahey, Carver County Commissioner. The panel discussed the value of networking, how it can help your career and some simple steps students can take early in their careers to develop their network.
Thank you to all the local professionals who shared their insights our students and to Mr. Hallquist for setting this up!
Central is hosting the Sub-Section Track Meet on THURSDAY, MAY 22. This is a large meet with 13 schools participating, so we are looking for a couple more people to assist at events and 1 more person to take tickets. Please email kcrown@isd108.org if you are able to help out. No experience is needed, and there will be a short training provided before the meet begins. There are also opportunities to help out in the concession stand during the meet, just click on this link for the sign up schedule. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0848AFAD2CA2FFC61-56197740-central#/
THANK YOU for supporting our Raider athletes!
Congratulations to our high school April Award Winners!
Summer Kids Company is currently taking registrations for the upcoming summer which begins on June 2. The program is based at Central Elementary and provides a safe and supervised environment for your child. There are a variety of adventurous fun filled field trips, onsite activities, and educational opportunities to help channel your child's positive summer growth experiences.
Please contact Phil Hendrycks at phendrycks@isd108.org with any Kids Co. questions you may have.
To register: https://isd108.ce.eleyo.com/child-care/1/kids-company
The Central Public Schools School Board and administration is asking for parents and guardians to take part in the annual satisfaction survey. There are five questions and it will only take a few minutes of your time.
The survey is building-specific so we ask that you please fill out a survey for each building that you have students in to give us the best information.
https://forms.gle/P2ryDSEpCAKbpJSn9
Don’t miss all the great offerings for adult enrichment offered by Community Education this month!
