Lily Lake Grade School
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Buddy Bus Challenge Winners
November Bus Buddy Winners Announced! Central 301 is proud to celebrate our November Bus Buddy winners — students who go above and beyond to show kindness, listen to directions, and help create a safe and positive ride to and from school each day. 🎉 November 2025 Bus Buddy Honorees 🎉 Our Bus Buddy program recognizes…
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In The Loop – December 2025
🎄 Holiday Spirit and Student Success Across Central 301! 🚀 From celebrating a record number of Illinois State Scholars to honoring veterans across our buildings, this month has been full of pride and powerful moments. Our Thanksgiving activities brought creativity and community to classrooms, and the Central Rockets delivered an unforgettable IHSA football season that united fans…
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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 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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Friday Focus – October 17, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉Here’s a look at what’s happening across Central 301 this week: 🎭 Trunk or Treat Takes the Stage!For the first time ever, Central High School’s Drama Club is hosting a districtwide Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, October 22 from 4–6 PM at CHS. Everyone in the Central 301 community is invited for…
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“Trunk or Treat” Coming to CHS
Student-led event brings Halloween fun for younger Rockets for the first time We’re bringing Halloween fun to Rocket Hill! 🎃Central High School’s Drama Club is hosting our first-ever Trunk or Treat on Wednesday, October 22, from 4:00–6:00 PM in the CHS parking lot (outside Door 10) — and the entire Central 301 community is invited!…
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Fall Fest Brings Smiles to Lily Lake
Lily Lake Grade School families enjoyed an evening of fun, games, and community at this year’s Fall Fest. From GaGa Ball and STEAM coding stations to a creative pumpkin decorating contest, students had no shortage of activities to enjoy. Families also joined in on classic games, fall-themed fun, and a chance to connect outside the…
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Musical Milestone
A Musical Milestone: 5th Grade Band Concert Brings Students Together Central 301’s 5th grade band students from across the district this week came together for a memorable performance at Prairie Knolls Middle School celebrating their musical growth this year. Under the direction of Sharon Walker (HBT and Lily Lake) and Brittany LaGambina (Country Trails and…
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Anderson Humane Charity Drive
Students Raise Money for Local Animal Organization We are incredibly proud of Caitlynn Koffenberger and Mabel Rusiniak from Mrs. Tinsley’s 5th grade class, and Cassidy Koffenberger from Mrs. Weibler’s class, for going above and beyond outside of school. These students took the initiative to organize a fundraising stand in their neighborhood, thoughtfully planning every detail…
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One Book, One School Assembly
PTC Sponsored Event: Anderson Humane Wildlife Last week students at Lily Lake had an exciting and inspiring assembly as part of our One Book, One School program featuring “A Boy Called Bat.” We welcomed Anderson Humane Wildlife for a special assembly where students learned about caring for injured and orphaned wild animals. The assembly was…
