District 301 News
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Twister-A-Thon
Twister-A-Thon Raises Over $11,000 Each year the HBT PTO has a goal of raising $10,000 during the annual Twister-A-Thon and each year since COVID they have come up short of their goal. This year the HBT students and community came through, hit their goal, and surpassed it! They raised over $11,000 for the HBT PTO…
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5th Grade Band
5th Grade Band Concert On Thursday, May 22nd, 2025, the District 301 5th graders performed their last band concert of the school year. The concert was held at PKMS and was directed by Sharon Walker (HBT/LL band director) and Brittany LaGambina (CT/PV band director).
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School Supply List
2025 – 2026 School Supply Lists The school supply lists for the 2025 – 2026 school year is now available.
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Central Seniors Stroll through CT Halls again!
Graduating seniors who attended CT returned for a congratulatory stroll through their former elementary building. Seniors were welcomed with cheers and applause! They connected with former teachers and even some family members!
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This week at Prairie View…
Check out what was happening at Prairie View this week! Below you will see our Multilingual Learner Coyotes exit the program after mastering ACCESS testing! Great job Coyotes and great job Mrs. Morrissy and Mrs. Anderson! Above is our Fourth Grade Coyotes spending some time together chalk decorating the entrance of our beloved Prairie View!…
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Friday Focus – May 23, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉Here’s a look at what’s happening across Central 301 this week: 🎓 Full Circle Moments with the Class of 2025Before turning the tassels, our seniors took one last walk through the elementary schools that helped shape their journey. From hallway high-fives and playground memories to hugs from former teachers, the Class of…
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Musical Milestone
A Musical Milestone: 5th Grade Band Concert Brings Students Together Central 301’s 5th grade band students from across the district this week came together for a memorable performance at Prairie Knolls Middle School celebrating their musical growth this year. Under the direction of Sharon Walker (HBT and Lily Lake) and Brittany LaGambina (Country Trails and…
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CHS Graduation 2025
Congratulations to the Class of 2025! Central High School will celebrate graduation on Friday, May 23, at the NIU Convocation Center. The ceremony will be live streamed and available here. We congratulate all of our graduates on their hard work and accomplishments and wish you well on whatever comes next. Once a Rocket, always a…
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A Pair of CHS Students Earn Perfect ACT Score
Central High School is proud to announce that juniors Caleb Goldenstein and Sanay Gulati have each earned a perfect composite score of 36 on the ACT. It’s an achievement accomplished by 0.2% of students nationwide annually. Gulati, a driven and deeply involved student, serves as Student Council President, National Honor Society President, and Vice President…
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Falcon Fest – Rescheduled for May 29th!
Due to weather, Falcon Fest has been rescheduled for Thursday, May 29th. New Date: Thursday, May 29Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMLocation: Prairie Knolls Middle School What to Expect: 5:30 PM – Doors Open5:30 to 7:00 PM 7:00 – 7:30 PM – Raffle Drawing for Gift BasketsYou must be present to win! Parking & Entry…
