On Nov. 11, Central came together to celebrate and honor the brave men and women who have served our country. We are grateful for the opportunity to recognize our veterans and thank them for their service, sacrifice, and dedication to our freedom.
Our program featured Dick Stolz as our keynote speaker, along with wonderful musical performances from Central students in grades 2–5, the middle school and high school choirs, and the high school band. We also had the opportunity to hear from this year's Patriot's Pen winner.
Thank you to all of our students and staff who helped make this program special, and a heartfelt thank you to the veterans who joined us. Your service does not go unnoticed, and we are forever grateful for all you have done for our country.
❤️🤍💙 Thank you, Veterans! 🇺🇸
Check out the life-size Mastodon our students built and experience the excitement of live theater. Performances will take place on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m., Friday, Nov. 20 at 7 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 21 at 4 p.m. Student and Senior tickets are $6; Adult Tickets are $8; no cash at the door, card only. Passes not accepted.
Synopsis: Suddenly, all childhood dreams have come true, and the world is full of astronauts, ballerinas, cowboys and princesses. It’s a brave and glorious new world for everyone but Jess, who wanted to be a mastodon when she grew up. With the help of her friendly vocational advisor and her super-spy boyfriend, Jess embarks on a journey to find her place in the world and discover why it seems to be unraveling.
Her essay delivered a deeply moving reflection on the true meaning of patriotism, honoring American veterans and sharing heartfelt wisdom passed down from her great-grandfather. Her powerful message centered on how our nation's foundation rests upon two enduring pillars: selfless sacrifice and genuine unity, reminding us all of the strength that comes from working together and lifting one another up.
We are incredibly proud of her dedication, eloquent writing, and thoughtful representation of our school community. Please join us in celebrating this outstanding achievement!
We would also like to extend our sincere thanks to the local VFW Post and the Women’s Auxiliary for hosting and supporting this wonderful contest for our students.
Congratulations as well to our other school winners: William Kroells for taking 2nd place and Allyson Acevedo Lopez for earning 3rd place!
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, we are kicking off a Raider Time Food Drive Competition sponsored by Student Council.
The high school and middle school Raider Times will be competing to see which building can collect the most non-perishable food items to help support families in our community.
As we head into the holiday season, let's focus on collecting those shelf-stable holiday staples that families can use to prepare meals and stock their pantries.
Some great items to consider donating:
Canned vegetables (corn, green beans, peas, etc.)
Canned fruit and applesauce
Boxed stuffing and mashed potatoes
Pasta, rice, and macaroni and cheese
Canned soups and broth
Canned cranberry sauce
Gravy packets or jars
Peanut butter and jelly
Cereal and oatmeal
Baking mixes and other pantry staples
The Challenge: Raider Times vs. Raider Times Which Raider time will bring in the most donations?
Don't have a student in the secondary building? You can drop off donations in the main office! Accepting donations November 10th-30th!
Let's bring some friendly Raider competition to the season while making a difference for families in our community. Every item counts, and together we can make a big impact!
Thank you for helping make this a meaningful Raider tradition!
Go Raiders!
Student Council
There will be FREE pizza and refreshments after the event along with a parents open house meeting and registration. And be sure to meet the coach and the High School team!
More information about the upcoming season can be found by scanning at the QR code.
Students learned about the differences between bugs, insects, and arachnids, discovering what makes each group unique. They also had the opportunity to take a closer look at worms and snails and learn more about these amazing creatures.
One of the highlights was making snail slime! The hands-on activities gave students a fun way to explore science while asking questions, making observations, and discovering how the world around them works.
We are excited to welcome The Science Crew back for more fun and learning in the future!
Tackle football got to play their annual scrimmage under the lights at a varsity football game. Volleyball put in a lot of work all season preparing for their end of season tournament. Soccer built their skills, made new friends, and scored some goals along the way.
Thanks to all of our teams for representing Central!
There will be FREE pizza and refreshments after the event along with a parents open house meeting and registration. And meet the coach and the High School team!
More information about the upcoming season can be found by scanning at the QR code.
With Thanksgiving right around the corner, we are kicking off a Raider Time Food Drive Competition sponsored by Student Council.
The high school and middle school Raider Times will be competing to see which building can collect the most non-perishable food items to help support families in our community.
As we head into the holiday season, let's focus on collecting those shelf-stable holiday staples that families can use to prepare meals and stock their pantries.
Some great items to consider donating:
Canned vegetables (corn, green beans, peas, etc.)
Canned fruit and applesauce
Boxed stuffing and mashed potatoes
Pasta, rice, and macaroni and cheese
Canned soups and broth
Canned cranberry sauce
Gravy packets or jars
Peanut butter and jelly
Cereal and oatmeal
Baking mixes and other pantry staples
The Challenge: Raider Times vs. Raider Times Which Raider time will bring in the most donations?
Don't have a student in the secondary building? You can drop off donations in the main office! Accepting donations November 10th-30th!
Let's bring some friendly Raider competition to the season while making a difference for families in our community. Every item counts, and together we can make a big impact!
Thank you for helping make this a meaningful Raider tradition!
Go Raiders!
Student Council
The High School Yearbook staff is looking for photos to include in the 2026–2027 Yearbook!
Have pictures from school events, activities, sports, clubs, or other memorable moments throughout the school year? We would love for you to share them with us!
You can easily upload your photos by downloading the Yearbook Snap app or visiting the website listed in the graphic.
Every picture helps us tell the story of this school year!
Thank you for helping make the 2026–2027 yearbook one to remember! ❤️📚