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
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?

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

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)


Ticket info for today's 2A North Sub-Section Track Meet:
All tickets must be purchased online - $10 adults, $5 student
https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CLQP


Lots of events happening at Central today! Come and cheer on the Raiders!
North 2A Track Sub-Sections Meet @ HOME - 3:30 PM
Varsity Softball Playoffs vs. Holy Family @ Rockford - 4:30 PM
Varsity Baseball Playoffs vs. Litchfield @ Norwood Sports Complex - 4:30 PM



Seniors walked the halls of Central Elementary School one last time yesterday morning and were greeted with cheers and high fives!
Did you know that students can earn college credits without even leaving our building? This saves families money and saves students time!

The Central Raiders softball team advances with a 1-0 victory over Spectrum today. This sets up a match up with #2 seeded Holy Family Fire on Thursday at 4:30 in Rockford. Here is the ticket link! Please purchase ahead of time. https://www.vancoevents.com/us/CLQF
There was a whole lot of fun and friendly competition at the Central Elementary Track and Field Day!










RAIDER EVENTS: Wednesday 5/22/24
Baccalaureate Service @ 7:00 @ CHS Auditorium
Varsity Softball Playoffs @ Spectrum @ 4:00
Online Ticket Link:
https://www.vancoevents.com/us/events/landing/43007?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1glKgtQEqVswDBROSYA1ULnpuNb1taHTy0lu8C5QD4iQwtO2Na53w-L7E_aem_AXTXlogm9jvIBUPOqNuaBVAQYDJcSLxzXMkzxg10F2ANi7vXHUyXlsE49H8IzFBf4S1ZrGpvq6G-SNCKP52AGKA3


