District 301 News
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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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In The Loop – December 2024
We’re getting ready for a winter wonderland at CHS! Our students learned about the big balloons over Broadway and made some of their own. Who doesn’t love a parade? A big thank you to the men and women of our community who served for our nation. Plus, we’re getting strategic about moving our district forward
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Elgin Community College Entrepreneurship Event
Congrats to our students in the Incubatoredu and ACCELeratoredu programs who attended the ECC Entrepreneurship event. During the event, students took tours, listened to impressive guest speakers, enjoyed lunch and the opportunity to network with other INC students in other high schools and then competed in a Pitch Competition. Please see the document below for
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Lions Give Thanks
A Thanksgiving Gathering at the Lake This Thanksgiving, Lily Lake students gathered in the gym, on the Friday afternoon before the break, to share what they were thankful for. Our school is not just a place of learning, but a place where we can come together to support one another and show our gratitude for others.
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Graphics Communications: Hot off the press…
Take a look! Hot off the press is the first ever screen printed shirt in our new Graphic Communications class. Francesca Selvaggio is pushing ink through her custom designed screen. This is a multistep process that spans a couple of days involving: computer design in Photoshop, printing transfers, using UV light exposure, lining up the
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PTO Family Holiday Paint Night
The Central Middle School/Prairie Knolls Middle School Parent Teacher Organization is excited to celebrate the holiday season with a Family Holiday Paint Night on Friday, December 6th from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. You are still able to submit your registration to the PKMS main office by Wednesday, December 4th. For more information, please see
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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
