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CMS 2nd Semester Breakfast
Central Middle School recently took time to recognize students whose hard work, perseverance, and positive contributions stood out throughout the school year. During a special recognition breakfast, students were honored for their commitment to learning, strong character, and the example they set for others each day at CMS. Among the recognitions presented was the Exemplary
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PV Kindergarten Students Explore Coding Hands On
Even as the school year winds down, learning continues in exciting ways at Prairie View Grade School. Kindergarten students recently had the opportunity to begin exploring new INDI robots, using hands on activities to build early coding, math, and problem solving skills in the classroom. Rather than learning through screens, students worked together to guide
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Friday Focus – May 29, 2026
FRIDAY FOCUS Here’s a look at the happenings across Central 301 this week: Graduation Day is HereThe Central High School Class of 2026 will officially cross the stage tonight at the NIU Convocation Center. Families attending commencement can find ceremony details for parking information, livestream links, and more on our website. A Full Circle MomentEarlier this month,
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Lily Lake Celebrates Nearly 100 Student Authors
Lily Lake recently rolled out the red carpet for nearly 100 student writers during a special Writers Celebration honoring students who completed original writing projects as part of a home assignment. Students welcomed family members and guests to an event filled with light refreshments, conversation, and an impressive display of student created books spread throughout
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CMS Track Athletes Shine at IESA State Finals
State medals, school records, and a 9th Place team finish highlight memorable weekend in East Peoria It was a memorable weekend in East Peoria for Central Middle School track and field as Rockets athletes delivered an impressive showing at the IESA State Finals. Competing against some of the top middle school athletes in Illinois, Central
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PKMS Track & Field – IESA State Meet
A big congratulations to our incredible Track & Field athletes who competed at the IESA State Meet over the weekend. Prairie Knolls athletes represented Central 301 on the biggest stage, and we could not be more proud of how they performed. The team brought home some hardware and made school history! What an unbelievable weekend
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Friday Focus – May 22, 2026
FRIDAY FOCUS Here’s a look at the happenings across Central 301 this week: End of School Year ReminderAs a reminder, the final day of attendance for all non graduating students for the 2025–2026 school year will be Wednesday, June 3. This calendar adjustment was made following the district’s emergency closure on January 23 due to
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Reminder: Final Day of School is now June 3
Central 301 would like to remind families that the final day of attendance for all non graduating students for the 2025–2026 school year will be Wednesday, June 3. This calendar adjustment was made following the district’s emergency closure on January 23 due to extreme cold weather. As we approach the end of another successful school
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Friday Focus – May 15, 2026
FRIDAY FOCUS Here’s a look at the happenings across Central 301 this week: 🎨 CHS Fine Arts Art ShowThe CHS Fine Arts Art Show featured student artwork, shirts, stickers, crafts, and more. It followed a major week for senior Hazel Anderson, whose artwork and scholarship success were recently featured in both the Daily Herald and
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Friday Focus – May 8, 2026
FRIDAY FOCUS Here’s a look at the happenings across Central 301 this week: Another Path, Same ClassCHS Senior Samantha Sieverding has been named a CISCO scholarship recipient. Following Hazel Anderson’s recent success, it’s another example of the Class of 2026 making its mark. Falcon Fest + Carnival Dance Fun at PKMSPrairie Knolls welcomed current and
