Save the date for the 2026 Raider Rally on Oct. 3! Help us celebrate our Hall of Fame inductees and their achievements as well as supporting our school as we raise funds to help support our school programs, clubs, teachers and students.

Central High School is excited to announce the 2026 Hall of Fame:
- Orland Feltmann, Class of 1958, Arts and Athletics
- Darroel Dammann, Distinguished Service
- Lee and Melanie Hasse, Class of 1979 & 1980, Distinguished Alumni
- Kathy Mackenthun, Class of 1990, Arts and Athletics
- Layton Schlueter, Class of 1992, Arts and Athletics

Tickets will go on sale on Aug. 1: https://108raiderrally.com/
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raider rally 2026, oct. 3, more info at 108raiderrally.com
The Carver County Free Summer Food Market begins tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3! Everyone is welcome to choose from a variety of food: produce, grains, dairy, meat, and more. Food options vary each week and are available for pick up at Central High School from 3:30-5 p.m.
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free summer food market every wednesday june 3-aug. 19 at central high school, wednesdays, 3:30-5 p.m.
mercado de comida gratis de verano, miercoles 3:30-5 p.m., 3 de junio - 19 de agosto
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Here’s to another incredible school year in the books! As we say goodbye to the 2025-26 school year, we look forward to another year ahead in the fall. Until then, enjoy your well-deserved summer break!
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student with computer in library
principal and students waving to camera
students using peace sign
students smiling with thumbs up
Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Years of hard work, memories, friendships, and growth have led to this moment. We couldn't be more proud of all you've accomplished.
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A group picture of the class of 2026 in their cap and gowns outside of school
Happy last day of school! The elementary school celebrated their students by handing out the following awards: Citizenship Award, Presidential Achievement, Presidential Excellence, Student Council, the monthly character trait award for creativity, and those students presenting at the science fair. Way to go, students!
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elementary students with awards
elementary students with awards
elementary students with awards
elementary students with awards
elementary students with awards
elementary students with awards
elementary students with awards
elementary students with awards
Need some resources for the summer? Check out the list of general, food, mental health, and educational resources for summer 2026! https://aptg.co/_p54hn
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Get summer resources
Hello Raider Baseball Fans!! Our next playoff game is SATURDAY, May 30 at 3:30 PM at Optimist Park in Litchfield. We will be playing Southwest Christian. Tickets can be purchased here: https://www.gobound.com/mn/mshl/regions/5a/tickets
GO RAIDERS!!!
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baseball bats
Today is Graduation Day! We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026 tonight, Friday, May 29 at 6 p.m. Congratulations to all of our graduating seniors!
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2026 graduation friday may 29
Tomorrow, Friday, May 29 is the last day of school! Students will be released after a half day.

Thank you to all of our students, staff and families for an incredible school year!
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last day of school,  half day, friday may 29
Congratulations to soon-to-be graduate Cora Ostlie!

After graduation, she plans to continue working in healthcare. Her advice for underclassmen is: “Don’t always wait until the last minute.”
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senior spotlight cora ostlie
Congratulations to Travis Luedloff!

After graduation, he plans to keep working for his dad in the lawn care business and to keep racing dirtbikes.

His advice for underclassmen: “Sign up for OJT.”
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senior spotlight travis luedloff
Here’s to senior Kaitlynn Hewitt!

After graduating, she is working on finalizing her next steps on her journey.

Kaitlyn encourages underclassmen to step out of their comfort zone.
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senior spotlight kaitlynn hewitt
Today more than 50 Central Seniors volunteered their time at Feed My Starving Children after graduation practice. Way to go Raiders!
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feed my starving children
feed my starving children
feed my starving children
feed my starving children
feed my starving children

The Raider Baseball team advances to play Glencoe-Silver Lake after a hard fought game last night! The Raiders took Providence Academy to 12 innings and came away with the 10 - 7 win!!! Next game is TOMORROW, May 28 at 4:30 PM at Vollmer Field in Glencoe (NOT Blue Jay Field in Plato.) Tickets can be purchased at: https://www.gobound.com/mn/mshl/regions/5a/tickets

GO RAIDERS!!!

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baseball bats
Congratulations to Ryan Neubarth!

After graduation, Ryan plans to join the workforce and work for the landscaping company Jenco.

His advice for underclassmen: “You can do whatever you put your mind to.”
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senior spotlight ryan neubarth
Here’s to senior Hunter Leuthardt!

Hunter will enter the workforce and then will work towards becoming an aviation mechanic.

His advice for underclassmen is to, “Be nice to your science teachers!”
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senior spotlight, hunter leuthardt
Congratulations to senior Sarah Kostecka!

She plans to attend Mankato State University and to major in elementary education.

Sarah’s advice for underclassmen is, “Don't compare your path to everyone else's.”
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senior spotlight, sarah kostecka
Congratulations to senior Aiden Gillett!

After graduation, Aiden plans on joining the Coast Guard.

His advice for underclassmen is, “Let go of regrets and grudges. Life is too short to wake up with regrets or hold onto anger.”
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senior spotlight aiden gillett
Here’s to senior Jacob Hoen!

After graduation, Jacob will enter the work force and attend college next fall.

He encourages underclassmen to get involved: “Don’t be afraid to try new things—join clubs, sports, or volunteer in the community.”
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senior spotlight jacob hoen
Congratulations to Gratia Steen!

She plans on attending Arizona State University to continue on her path into the medical field.

For those underclassmen also interested in the medical field, Gratia reminds them, “CNA license is a must!”
11 days ago, Central Public Schools Communications
senior spotlight gratia steen