Central Public Schools - Education Is Central

Central Public Schools got to be a part of the Cologne LEOS Annual Easter Bunny Trail yesterday and connect with families about all of programs we have available. What a great community event!

We are currently seeking a Varsity Wrestling Coach to lead and grow our wrestling program. This position will focus on developing student-athletes, promoting a strong team culture, and growing a competitive program. If you are passionate about mentoring athletes and advancing the sport of wrestling, we encourage you to apply.

Interested candidates can apply here:
https://www.applitrack.com/central/OnlineApp/JobPostings/view.asp?all=1

📣 6-8th Grade Parents, this is your chance to learn all about the upcoming 2027 Washington, D.C. trip!

Join us in the school auditorium on Wed, Apr. 8 at 5:30 p.m. We'll cover everything you need to know for this exciting adventure!

Haven’t RSVP'd yet? Click here to secure your spot: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/49752795418?rsvp_id=49752795418

Don’t miss out—we can't wait to see you there! ✨

Reminder that prom tickets are on sale until Friday, April 17th. Tickets can be purchased in the payment portal, and all class dues need to be paid before signing up for a table. Let Ms. Street know if you have any questions.

The Hall of Fame Committee is looking for nominations for 2026. Please fill out this form https://forms.gle/r6RQcefcQKu8g7Gt8 with as much information as possible. You do not have to have all of the information; the more you can share about your nominee, the better.

Questions can be sent to centralalumni@isd108.org

Congratulations to soon-to-be graduate Brayden Dent! He plans to play football at St. Scholastica and major in project management or finance.

His advice for underclassmen is, “If you want college to be cheap, get good grades.”

As a reminder, there is no school tomorrow Friday, April 3. Enjoy the long weekend!

Attention parents of soon-to-be middle school students: You’re invited to a special Parent Night on Monday, April 27. Join us to learn more about what life will be like for your new middle school student. You’ll have the opportunity to meet Principal Larson, learn about routines and grading, and even take a tour of the school. We hope to see you there!

There are only 11 days left to buy your high school yearbook. There will be no extra books ordered, so make sure you get yours before April 13th. Click the link below to purchase your book.

https://yearbookforever.com/school-store/461BgTsv81vhWYZ4UqB5vP3M

Our next senior spotlight is on Marlie Beneke! She plans to attend North Dakota State University to major in accounting and minor in finance.

Her advice for younger students is to get involved in as many things as possible and have fun!

Check out what the talented and creative minds at Central Elementary School are creating during free building time in our amazing STEAM room!

Don’t forget to register for our Student Council Blood Drive! The event will take place tomorrow, April 1, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the small gym at Central High School.

Register now! https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive

It is that time of year again… We’re proud to feature our graduating senior class!

Our very first senior spotlight is on Nathaniel Venske. He is headed to Alexandria Tech and will major in law enforcement.

His advice for underclassmen: “Join sports, clubs or organizations to meet people and find your community.”

We are excited to once again host our Central Volleyball Alumni Night! Join us on Wednesday, July 29th for a fun night of volleyball. Come reconnect with old teammates, show off your skills, and enjoy an evening of friendly competition. Whether you're on the court or cheering from the sidelines, we want to see YOU there! Games will begin around 6:00 pm.

Please let us know if you plan to attend by using the link below to sign up. Sign up no later than June 26th to make sure you get a shirt.

If you are unable to attend, we still ask that you click the link and complete the form. We’re updating our alumni contact list and would love to stay connected with you.

Reach out to Haley Walters with any questions haleypwalters@gmail.com

https://forms.gle/zkTHBtaKJRuYT5LL7

Attention 6-8th Grade Parents!

Join us in the Central High School auditorium on Wednesday, April 8 at 5:30 p.m. to learn all about the upcoming 2027 Washington, D.C. educational trip.

Discover how each traveler can qualify for a $500 Early Bird Scholarship—a great opportunity you won’t want to miss!

RSVP Today: https://rsvp.worldclassrooms.com/inperson/49752795418?rsvp_id=49752795418

We look forward to seeing you there!

We’re not fooling around here… Our Central High School Student Council is hosting their Blood Drive on Wednesday, April 1!

Register today to help save lives. The event will take place from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. in the small gym.

https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/find-drive

Spring Break officially begins tomorrow Tuesday, March 24! There will be no school through Friday, March 27. Enjoy your well-deserved break, students and staff! We’ll see everyone back on Monday, March 30.

As a reminder, there is no school for students on Monday, March 23.

Congratulations to Central High School economics teacher Amber Kester! She recently earned the title of the March 2026 EconHero by Econiful! As a second-year economics teacher, she has taken advantage of several professional learning workshops provided by the Minnesota Council for Economic Education. Ms. Kester also teaches geography and ethnic studies.

According to Econiful, “We were impressed by Amber's participation in professional learning opportunities and implementation of active, engaging lesson plans to support the development of strong economic thinkers.”

Read more! https://econiful.org/news/march-2026-econhero