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  • Witness the Warning: 1984 at CHS

    A bold, high-school stage journey into a world where Big Brother watches and truth is powerless. Prepare to enter the world of Oceania as Central High’s theatre department presents 1984 from November 13–16, with the final performance at 2:00 PM on November 16. The classic dystopian tale—adapted for the stage—explores themes of surveillance, control, and…

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  • “We Are Forever Grateful”

    Lily Lake Students Honor Veterans with Heartfelt Tributes Those four words, written by a fourth grader at Lily Lake Grade School, perfectly captured the spirit of this year’s Veterans Day Celebration — a morning filled with gratitude, pride, and community. Students and staff welcomed local veterans for a special breakfast and assembly, complete with performances…

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  • Central Rockets in the IHSA Class 6A Quarterfinals

    Rockets Can Tie a School-Record 11 Wins and Head to the Semifinal Round for the First Time Get ready for another exciting weekend of postseason football! The Central Rockets continue their historic playoff run in the IHSA Class 6A Quarterfinals, taking on Fenwick High School this Saturday afternoon in River Grove. This is the Rockets…

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  • A Visit to Remember

    WWII Veteran Brings History to Life at Prairie View 100-year-old veteran and grandfather shares a timeless lesson on service and family Students at Prairie View Grade School experienced a moment they’ll never forget this Veterans Day when World War II veteran Herbert Booth, age 100, visited his granddaughter’s kindergarten classroom. Born on May 17, 1925,…

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  • Honoring Heroes

    Honoring Heroes: Central High School Hosts Annual Veterans Day Breakfast A morning of gratitude, pride, and community on Rocket Hill Central High School opened its doors and hearts on Veterans Day, welcoming dozens of local veterans, students, and families for its annual Veterans Day Breakfast — a cherished tradition that continues to grow each year.…

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  • Friday Focus – November 7, 2025

    🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉Here’s a look at what’s happening across Central 301 this week: 🏆 ISBE HonorsCentral 301 schools continue to shine! Every school in the district earned an Exemplary or Commendable designation from the Illinois State Board of Education — placing us among the top-performing schools in the state. 🎨 A Cultural Canvas for CHS Art StudentsAP Art and…

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  • Central 301 Schools Earn Top State and National Recognition

    ISBE Report Card and U.S. News Rankings Highlight Continued Growth, Excellence, and Stability The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) and U.S. News & World Report have both released their annual school performance results — and Central Community Unit School District 301 has reason to celebrate. All seven (7) Central 301 schools earned an “Exemplary”…

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  • A Cultural Canvas for CHS Art Students

    Central High School students in AP Art and Ceramics took their creativity on the road this week, visiting the National Museum of Mexican Art in Chicago to experience Día de los Muertos — a cultural tradition rich in art, symbolism, and storytelling. Led by Miss Vasil and Mrs. Rovge, the trip gave students the chance…

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  • IHSA Football – 2nd Round at Rocket Hill

    🚀 Central Rockets Host Harlem in IHSA 6A Second Round Matchup The postseason continues on Rocket Hill as Central High School hosts Harlem in the IHSA Class 6A Second Round on Saturday, November 8, with kickoff at 6:00 p.m. and gates opening at 5:00 p.m. With another large crowd expected, fans are encouraged to plan…

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  • IHSA Playoff Parking Enforcement

    Parking Enforcement Will Be in Effect for Saturday’s IHSA Class 6A 1st Round Game With a large crowd expected, please plan ahead. Saturday, there will be no parking allowed on Tower Road or on the north side of Plato Road. The Kane County Sheriff’s Office will be enforcing these restrictions. Fans are encouraged to use designated parking…

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