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Friday Focus – January 16, 2026
FRIDAY FOCUS Here’s a look at the happenings across Central 301 this week: Best in the BusinessWednesday morning’s sudden snow squall and Friday’s early snow burst reminded us just how incredible our bus drivers and building and grounds teams are. Navigating challenging conditions with care and professionalism, they kept our schools running safely. Thank you
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Back to School, Thinking Outside the Box at CHS
What better way to kick off the first week back from winter break than with hands on problem solving and critical thinking? Our Central High School Incubator students jumped right back into learning with a Breakout Box challenge, putting their collaboration, grit, and perseverance to the test. From start to finish, students were fully engaged,
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2026 Scholarship Central
Scholarship Opportunities and Resources During the spring semester, students ramp up their efforts to seek scholarship money for higher education. Our hope is to support Central 301 students in their quest after graduation. Here is a list of scholarship opportunities that might be of interest to our Central 301 students. This is an ongoing list.
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Friday Focus – December 19, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉 Here’s a look at the happenings across Central 301 this week: ❄️ Winter Fun at Country TrailsCT students embraced the season with Frosty Friends dress up day and Polar Express Day, filling the building with cozy pajamas, snowmen, reindeer, and lots of holiday cheer. But watch out for the mean Grinch
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Friday Focus – December 12, 2025
🎉 FRIDAY FOCUS 🎉 Here’s a look at the happenings across Central 301 this week: 🎶 Sleigh Bells Ring SaturdayA full day of music from every CHS ensemble, vendors, food, art showcase, crafts, and Santa. We hope to see you tomorrow! 🎄 Holiday Magic at Prairie ViewPV families enjoyed a festive Holiday Shop with a
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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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Sleigh Bells Ring 2025
Sleigh Bells Ring Extravaganza Returns to Central High School December 13 Central High School invites our families and community to the Seventh Annual Sleigh Bells Ring Extravaganza on Saturday, December 13, 2025 from 11:30 am to 7:00 pm. Sponsored by Friends of the Fine Arts, this all day celebration showcases our student musicians and artists
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CHS Students Shine at Region 110 Internship Event
Rockets rise: Career pathways helping CHS students turn ambition into action Students and community partners gathered on Wednesday, December 4 for the Northern Kane County Region 110 Internship Host Recognition Breakfast, hosted by the Alignment Collaborative for Education. The event celebrates the school–business partnerships that provide meaningful workplace learning experiences for high school students across
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CHS Celebrates Record Number of Illinois State Scholars
Central High School is proud to announce that 62 seniors have been named Illinois State Scholars by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) — the highest number ever recognized in a single year at CHS. This prestigious honor is awarded to students across Illinois for exemplary academic performance based on a combination of grade point
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CHS Service Club Launches Meal Kit Food Drive
Central High School’s Service Club Micro Pantry is launching a Meal Kit Food Drive to support families in our community this winter. From December 1 through December 10, students, staff, and community members are invited to donate items that will be packaged into complete meal kits at the December Service Club meeting. Donations can include
