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  • 2026 Scholarship Central

    Scholarship Opportunities and Resources During the spring semester, students ramp up their efforts to seek scholarship money for higher education. Our hope is to support Central 301 students in their quest after graduation. Here is a list of scholarship opportunities that might be of interest to our Central 301 students. This is an ongoing list.

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    November Newsletter

    Prairie View November Newsletter Please take a look at Prairie View’s November newsletter to catch up on The Giving Mall, Coyote of the Month and PTO happenings!

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    Challenger Field Trip

    5th Grade Students Visited the Challenger Learning Center During the week of November 18th, each 5th grade class visited the Challenger Learning Center in Woodstock, IL. Not only did the students have a blast, they learned a lot along the way! Check out some of the pictures from their experience. (Learn more about the Challenger

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  • State Seal of Biliteracy Registration Open Now

    Good morning Rockets! We are pleased to be offering the Seal of Biliteracy exams once again. Please read the information below regarding the tests and fill out the sign-up link. This exam is offered to Juniors and Seniors. It is also being sent to all students/parents for informational purposes and to let you know about

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  • Strategic Planning Workshop Announced

    Over the past year, Central 301, alongside the Board of Education, has begun the process to develop a strategic plan for Central 301. A strategic plan helps define the District’s long-term vision, mission, and goals, as well as outline key factors to achieve those goals. By identifying our long-term goals, we can ensure all stakeholders

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    Balloon Parade

    HBT’s Take on the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Friday, fourth grade enjoyed learning about the history of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade. Teachers planned for students to host their very own parade using robots to carry their balloons. Fourth grade classrooms were transformed into the streets of New York City! The students worked collaboratively to

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  • CT 2nd Grade Balloons Over Broadway Parade

    After reading the book Balloons over Broadway, the 2nd graders paraded with their creations

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  • CT Kindergarten Feast

    Kindergartners celebrated the Thanksgiving holiday with gobble masks and a Friendsgiving Feast!

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  • Congratulations to our November Students of the Month.

    Congratulations to our November Students of the Month. We are “thankful” for all that they do and for the positivity and kindness they bring to CHS. This morning, these students were honored with a breakfast, certificate and brief speech from their nominating teacher. English – Mrs. Dwyer (Matt Zapata) Math – Mr. Dave (Gigi Travelino)

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    Kindergarten Parade

    Balloons Over Broadway Parade Kindergarten classes brought some sunshine on a snowy day today, November 21st, when they paraded through the school. Each Kindergartener worked on creating their own balloon animals after reading the book, Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet.

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    Play-Based Learning

    HBT Students Learn While Playing Kindergarten has been finding ways to incorporate learning into their play time. Play-based learning is a teaching method that allows students to learn through playing. Today, students were building the alphabet with construction kits and were so excited to show off their work! Check out some of their work pictured

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