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Friday Focus – May 16, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉Here’s a look at what’s happening across Central 301 this week: 🎓 Seniors Return to Their Roots This week, members of the Class of 2025 made special trips back to where it all began—visiting their former elementary schools at HBT and Lily Lake. From old classrooms to the playground, it was a full-circle moment filled…
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Friday Focus – May 9, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉Here’s a look at what’s happening across Central 301 this week: 🏅 Kane County Educator of the YearCongratulations to CHS’s Gemma Gurney, named the 2025 Kane County Educator of the Year! She becomes the third Central 301 educator to earn this prestigious honor. Watch her acceptance speech. 🎉 Special Olympics State WalkThe…
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CHS teacher named 2025 Kane County Educator of the Year
Among the nearly 50 nominees, Gemma Gurney of Central High School was named the 2025 Kane County Educator of the Year. Ms. Gurney, a second-year teacher in Central 301, accepted the award among friends, family, and colleagues as she spoke about her profound dedication to her students and community. Gurney becomes the third Central 301…
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Friday Focus – May 2, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉Here’s a look at what’s happening across Central 301 this week: 🎨 Foundation Auction Is LiveBidding is now open on one-of-a-kind, autographed team photos in the Central Education Foundation’s online silent auction! Learn more on how to support a great cause and grab a piece of Central 301 history. 📚 SkillsUSA Qualifies…
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In The Loop – May 2025
Our record-setting prom was full of glitz and glamour! (check out the photos inside!!) Now it’s on to graduation season. A brand new board took their seats for the first time and they still have one more seat to fill. Learn how you can jump on board. (pun intended) Several Central High School students qualified…
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Central 301 Seeks Applicants for Board Vacancy
The following is a statement from the Central Community Unit School District 301 Board of Education: “The Central Community Unit School District #301 Board of Education is currently seeking applicants to fill a vacancy existing from the election of Board Member Ryan Wasson to a 4-year term. The individual selected will serve on the School…
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Friday Focus – April 25, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉Here’s a look at what’s happening across Central 301 this week: Calling All Central Softball Alumni!The Central Rockets Softball program is bringing the past and present together for an Alumni Day celebration on May 14. Former players are invited back to reconnect, celebrate the program’s growth, and enjoy some time on the…
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Central 301 Board of Education Welcomes New Members
On Monday, the Central 301 Board of Education seated its newly elected members following the April 2025 Consolidated Election. Ryan Wasson, who was appointed to the board last month, was officially elected and has now been selected to serve as Board President—a role most recently held by Dornetria Hemphill. Morgan Pappas will continue as Vice…
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2026-2027 School Calendar
Board Approved 2026-2027 School Calendar At the April 21, 2025 Board of Education meeting, the Board approved the school calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. The calendar can be viewed by clicking here. The 2026-2027 school year will begin for teachers and staff on Monday, August 10, 2026, with students in grades 1 through 12…
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Friday Focus – April 18, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉Here’s a look at what’s happening across Central 301 this week: 🎨 Art Stars Shine in ChicagoFour CHS art students were selected to exhibit at the Illinois High School Art Exhibition at the Bridgeport Art Center! Ella Habib and Marcin Placzek also competed in a live Art Throwdown event.👏 Featured artists: Sarah…
