Central Public Schools - Education Is Central

Wondering about the curriculum and learning resources coming to Central Public Schools? Curriculum Lead Andrea Kolstad recently shared updates with the board about LETRS training, new social studies curriculum, and more! https://www.isd108.org/article/1618172

A shout out to Sandi and the NorthSide staff for helping me honor these students with the Lions Citizenship lunch. These students go above and beyond what is expected here at Central and for all their hard work we buy them lunch! Thanks 4.0 bus service for taking us today!!

Your Raider Baseball Team faces Dassel-Cokato tomorrow (Thursday 4/30/24) at 4:30 in Norwood. Get your tickets here: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CLZB

RAIDER EVENTS: Wednesday 5/29 Girls Golf Sections @ New Prague @ 2:30

What is the Central difference? The facilities at Central Public Schools are updated and modern learning environments that provide students with individualized learning and hands-on activities that are guided by experienced and dedicated teachers in a supportive school community. Learn more and join us! https://www.isd108.org/page/new-student-registration

The Central Raiders Baseball team dropped an extra inning game tonight at Rockford by a score of 3-2. They stay alive in Section play but have to battle through the losers bracket. On Thursday they will play host to Dassel Cokato at 4:30 at the Norwood Sports Complex.

CONGRATULATIONS to Morgan Alar, Britney Smith, and Destiny Henke for being named to the 2024 MRC All-Conference Softball Team and to Abby Venske - Honorable Mention. Morgan Alar - Junior - Centerfield Morgan Alar batted .429 in conference play and .509 overall in the regular season. The slap hitter was a force on the base paths, stealing 24 bases, and scoring 22 runs on the season. She is also a super dependable outfielder that can cover a lot of ground. Morgan is the daughter of Chris and Sally Alar. Britney Smith - Senior - SS Britney Smith started the year off a little slow hitting-wise, but then really took off about halfway through the season. After the first eight games of the season, she was batting .167. For the last 11 regular season games she started to erupt, batting .605 with 23 hits in 39 plate appearances (38 AB). On the year she has a batting average of .435, four doubles, one triple, one HR, 21 RBI, and 13 runs. Her defense has been just as stellar, being an absolute anchor for the team on defense, making the routine and incredible plays consistently. Britney is the daughter of David and Cheri Smith. Destiny Henke - Sophomore - Pitcher Destiny Henke was a rock at pitcher this year. She was the main reason the team was able to stay in games this year when the bats weren't working. She started 11 games this year facing most of the team’s tougher opponents, and finished with a 3.75 ERA. Destiny is the daughter of Steve and Jessica Henke. Honorable Mention All-Conference: Abby Venske - Senior - 3B

Memorial Day is a time to reflect on those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service of our country and our freedom.

We were so excited to be able to celebrate our staff today for years of service and our one retiree for this year! We appreciate all of your work and dedication to our students and community! Awards included: 10 Years of Service: -Tara Schroeder -Tina Ackermann -Rebecca Hoffman -Amber Kester -Monica Turner 20 Years of Service: -Kelly Street 30 Years of Service: -Deb Stacken 2024 Retiring Staff: -Linnae Pauman

Special Guest Alert: "Larry Bird" was at CHS this morning conducting a quick MIC check for tonight's Graduation Ceremony. Mr. Bird will NOT be in attendance tonight, but left these "tweets" for the Class of 2024: "May your journey be as smooth as a bird in flight!" Reminder: Graduation starts at 6:00 PM tonight (Friday, May 24, 2024) in the CHS Gym.

CONGRATULATIONS to Austin, Dent, Ben Heuer, and Jackson Paumen for being named to the 2024 MRC All-Conference Baseball Team; Honorable Mention Ben Schefers! Austin Dent - Senior - Pitcher Austin Dent had a very good year at the plate and on the mound. Whenever he pitched, the team had a chance to win. He gave up only two runs in his 21 innings pitched in conference play. He ended MRC play with a 2-1 W-L record and a sparkling 0.67 ERA. He gave up only 10 hits in conference action. He also hit .257 and led the team with 10 RBI. Austin will play baseball at SMSU in Marshall next year. He is the son of Kaite and Mike Dent from Green Isle. Ben Heuer - Senior - Outfield Ben Heuer had a great year at the plate for the Raiders. He led the team in BA at .457 and also in hits with 16 and a .513 on-base percentage. He really enjoys the game and played four different positions for the team. Ben plans on attending Ridgewater College in Willmar hoping to play baseball. Ben is the son of Jen and Paul Heuer of Norwood. Jackson Paumen - Junior - Pitcher/OF Jackson Paumen was a perfect 3-0 on the mound for the Raiders pitching in four games. He had a 3.38 ERA. At the plate, he also had a very successful year. He hit .333 and was second on the team in hits and first in RBI. He hit two home runs. Jackson was a solid pitcher on the mound and fielder from the outfield. Jackson is the son of Jerry and Steph Pauman. Honorable Mention: Ben Schefers - Junior - P/1B #RAIDERPRIDE

The Central Raiders Baseball team picked up an opening round victory over Litchfield by a score of 7-3. The Raiders will now head to Rockford on Tuesday, May 28th for a match up with the Rockets. Game time is set for 4:30. Get your tickets now: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CLWF

Class of 2024 Commencement Ceremony TONIGHT: May 24, 2024 @ 6:00 PM CHS Gymnasium

We are so excited to be wrapping up another school year and celebrating the Class of 2024. What has been your favorite memory of the 2023-24 school year?

RAIDER REMINDER: K-5 Last day of school TODAY (Friday May 24) Early Release TODAY grades K-11

This is why I love this community!! When the Sub-Section track meet is running behind and you need lights near the field events in order to finish you call the fire department and they bring lights!! THANKFUL is an understatement!!

Sub-Section 2A North Track meet is off and running here in Norwood. Click here for live results: live.herostiming.com/meets/38260

Congratulations to Mason Guentzel for receiving an Honorable Mention - 2024 MRC All-Conference GOLF Team. #RAIDERPRIDE

Ticket Info for today's Section 5AA Softball games at Rockford: All tickets should be purchased online - $8 adults, $5 student https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CLQF

Ticket info for today's playoff baseball game vs. Litchfield All tickets must be purchased online - $8 adults, $5 student https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CLTW Cash option: $10 adults, $5 student (Exact cash is needed as we do not have a cash box on site)