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Friday Focus – February 7, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉Here’s what’s happening across Central 301 this week: 🎨 3D Artistry in ActionCentral High School’s Sloane Mueller showcased her creativity at the 3D Cardboard Art Throwdown, representing CHS Visual Arts in a fast-paced competition. With just 90 minutes to transform cardboard into art, she delivered an outstanding piece and earned a finalist…
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Board Statement Feb. 3, 2025
The following is a statement from the Central Community Unit School District 301 Board of Education: “The Board of Education and Dr. Mongan have mutually agreed to a leadership transition, and Dr. Mongan will no longer serve as Superintendent, effective February 3, 2025. The Board of Education is striving for transparency, collaboration, and shared decision-making.…
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In The Loop – February 2025
The addition to Central High School is finished and open for business. Students started using the new classrooms to start the 2nd semester of the school year. A Central alum was front and center, playing a prominent role in Washington, DC as the nation honored President Jimmy Carter. You can learn more about our weekly…
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Friday Focus – January 31, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉 Here’s what’s happening across Central 301 this week: 💃 Central Rockets Dance Team Advances to IHSA State Finals! The Central Rockets Dance Team has qualified for the IHSA State Finals once again! After a spirited send-off on Thursday, they performed earlier today and have advanced to Saturday’s finals. You can watch…
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Kane County Educator of the Year Nominees
Central 301 is proud to share that we have two nominations for the 2025 Kane County Educator of the Year awards. Central High School Library Media Specialist Emily Douglas and Social Studies teacher Gemma Gurney were nominated by their peers to recognize the impact they have on our students and school community. Congratulations to Ms.…
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CHS Students Recognized For Internships
On January 29, the Alignment Collaborative for Education and the Northern Kane County Regional Vocational System sponsored the inaugural Internship Recognition Breakfast at Elgin Community College. The event celebrated the business and community partners who hosted high school interns during the summer of 2024 while also welcoming potential new partners interested in hosting interns in…
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Immigration Law Communication
At Central 301, we are always committed to ensuring that every student and family feels safe, supported, and informed. Last week, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a policy change regarding immigration enforcement in “protected areas,” including schools. This is a complex issue that we have been learning about in real time. For several…
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Friday Focus – January 24, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉 Here’s what’s happening across Central 301 this week: 📅 Calendar UpdatesThe Board approved changes to the 2025-2026 calendar, including a new last day of school on June 2, 2026, and aligning the end of Semester 1 with winter break. 🏫 New Classrooms OpenThe new classroom addition at Central High School is…
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2025-2026 School Calendar
At the January 21, 2025 Board of Education meeting, the Board approved an amended school calendar for the 2025-2026 school year. The approved calendar can be viewed here or by visiting the calendar page of the District website.
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Friday Focus – January 17, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉 Here’s a look at some of the exciting highlights from across Central 301 this week: 🏀 Basketball at NOW ArenaOur boys and girls basketball teams had an incredible opportunity to play a game at the NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates, culminating in a sweep of the Cary-Grove Trojans. What a memorable…
