District 301 News
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Kindergarten Orientation
Welcome to the Class of 2038! On Thursday, May 1st, HBT hosted the first of 3 orientation dates for the incoming Kindergarten class. Students went on a tour, listened to a story, walked through the lunch line, visited a school bus, and so much more with Ms. Rourke (Assistant Principal)…all while their grown-up heard about…
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5th Grade
5th Grade Celebrates As we round out the 2024 – 2025 school year, we want to recognize the work of our 5th graders! They have spent many years as a Twister and will be greatly missed. It was nice to give them some extra time outside on playground on a beautiful spring day. Check out…
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Breakfast with the Principals!
Coyote Culture Our Coyotes are living the Coyote Nation way by being respectful, responsible and safe! These Coyotes earned a Breakfast with the Principals! We ate, we shared and we jammed to the music of DJ Hawley ! Thank you Coyotes for being the heart of our school! Coyote Nation rocks!
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Anderson Humane Charity Drive
Students Raise Money for Local Animal Organization We are incredibly proud of Caitlynn Koffenberger and Mabel Rusiniak from Mrs. Tinsley’s 5th grade class, and Cassidy Koffenberger from Mrs. Weibler’s class, for going above and beyond outside of school. These students took the initiative to organize a fundraising stand in their neighborhood, thoughtfully planning every detail…
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CHS teacher named 2025 Kane County Educator of the Year
Among the nearly 50 nominees, Gemma Gurney of Central High School was named the 2025 Kane County Educator of the Year. Ms. Gurney, a second-year teacher in Central 301, accepted the award among friends, family, and colleagues as she spoke about her profound dedication to her students and community. Gurney becomes the third Central 301…
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PKMS Falcon Fest!
The 4th annual Prairie Knolls Middle School Falcon Fest is quickly approaching and will be held on Thursday, May 15th. This is an event for our incoming 6th Grade families as well as our current 6th and 7th Grade families. The Falcon’s Nest will open it’s doors at 5:30 PM where there will be a…
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Friday Focus – May 2, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉Here’s a look at what’s happening across Central 301 this week: 🎨 Foundation Auction Is LiveBidding is now open on one-of-a-kind, autographed team photos in the Central Education Foundation’s online silent auction! Learn more on how to support a great cause and grab a piece of Central 301 history. 📚 SkillsUSA Qualifies…
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Senior – Graduation Information
Please see the information below and attached links about Graduation Rehearsal, Graduation Activities and Senior Awards. Graduation Rehearsal We are pleased to announce an important enhancement to the mandatory graduation rehearsal agenda. Please review this comprehensive message for detailed information. Pre-Rehearsal Preparations: Agendas and Activities Senior Awards
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In The Loop – May 2025
Our record-setting prom was full of glitz and glamour! (check out the photos inside!!) Now it’s on to graduation season. A brand new board took their seats for the first time and they still have one more seat to fill. Learn how you can jump on board. (pun intended) Several Central High School students qualified…
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Middle School Prep
PKMS Admin Chat With 5th Graders After Middle School Visit On Monday, April 28th, 2025, HBT 5th graders visited PKMS. They got a tour of the building and heard from middle school students about what to expect next school year as 6th graders. Immediately after the trip, students were asked to submit questions they still…
