Central Public Schools - Education Is Central

Central Public Schools and our Community Education Program were excited to be able to host a Magnifying Abilities class called Cards, Games and Conversation last week! Magnifying Abilities is a social/recreational program for persons 16 and older with intellectual and physical disabilities. The program is designed to enhance community involvement and lifelong learning of people with disabilities. There were a lot of smiles and fun!

RAIDER NATION: We are seeking MORE volunteers for Home Track Meets on May 16 and May 23. High Jump Long/Triple Shot Put Discuss Pole Vault Scorer Ticket Takers If you can help us out, please contact Afranck@isd108.org or Jschrupp@isd108.org. THANK YOU!

Yesterday we received a very generous donation of girl scout cookies for the Raider Room. Thank you Girl Scouts for your dedication and all of the volunteer work you do in our community!

RAIDER EVENTS: Thursday 4/11/24 Baseball @ Belle Plaine C @ 4:30 JV @ 4:30 Varsity @ 5:00 State Knowledge Bowl @ Brainerd

Central Public Schools ECFE programming provides amazing opportunities for our youngest learners and their families. Check out what a parent had to say: ​​"ECFE is a place where my kids and I can grow closer together while participating in a variety of activities where they can have fun while they learn. I have valued the parent time because it comes from research and it helps me become a better parent. ECFE is a wonderful place to connect and grow with your child!" Learn more about ECFE: https://www.raiders.central.k12.mn.us/page/early-childhood-family-education-ecfe

Class of 2024 - Senior Spotlight: Nicklas Poppler

It's FFA Week! Mr. Mesik's wood shop is bustling with the sounds and sights of our furry and feathered friends. Come on down to meet these adorable animals and see the connection between agriculture and education! #FFAWeek

UPDATED: RAIDER EVENTS: Tuesday 4/9/24 Softball @ LSH (Double Header) JV @ 4:00/6:00 Varsity @ 4:00/6:00 **Baseball vs Litchfield (C and JV Location Changes) C Baseball @ LITCHFIELD Dragon Field @ 4:30 JV Baseball @ Sports Complex @ 4:15 Varsity Baseball @ Sports Complex @ 6:00 (Following the JV Game) Track Meet (7-12) Home @ 4:15 **7/8 Softball games have been moved to the Elementary Fields at 4:00 and 5:00 tonight

Central Elementary is looking for a Food Service Aide Please contact Chantelle Eshleman if you are interested Ceshleman@isd108.org

Let’s get out and cheer on our Raider athletes this week with Softball, Track and Field, and Baseball events happening! https://www.mnriverconference.org/public/genie/28/school/10/date/2024-04-04/view/week/

We are celebrating Week of the Young Child with a lot of fun things at Central Public Preschool in Cologne! Last week in Cologne, our mini unit was night and day. We had some fun making a really cool planetarium. It also allowed for some fun STEAM projects building the solar system with marshmallows, building rocket ships, and having a lot of fun with all things Earth this month.

CONGRATULATIONS to our High School March Award Winners: Academic Achievement Award: 9th grade: Geyling Rodriguez Zelaya & Adriel Schnabel 10th grade: Ava Dose & Kaelan Widmer 11th grade: Addison Dietzel & Tyler Neubarth 12th grade: Danica Dietzel & Ruth Raatz Lions' Citizenship Award: 9th grade: Riley Lindquist 10th grade: Raiden Slather 11th grade: Lily Howe 12th grade: Eliana Robinson Raider Pride Award: 9th grade: Karissa Beneke 10th grade: Cassandra Reams 11th grade: Haley Neubarth 12th grade: Andrew Eggers March GOOSE Award Winner: Mr. Hunt After awards, students engaged in a FUN game of Central Jeopardy!

This week, we're thrilled to showcase the incredible talents of our High School Draw, Paint, Print class. High school students were tasked with exploring the concept of radial symmetry through the lens of observational drawing, with shoes as their focal point. Guided by the principles of balance and harmony, students meticulously examined the intricate details of various shoe designs, from the sleek curves of sneakers to the different trending styles of boots. With pencils in hand and keen eyes, they embarked on a journey of discovery, seeking out symmetrical elements within each shoe's structure. Students free-handed in their background designs to emphasize the shoes and show more application of radial symmetry! Congratulations to: Ayla Fox Ella Harms Tate Schneider Haley Neubarth

Class of 2024 - Senior Spotlight: Brandon Backstrom

On Friday 4/5/24, Central Secondary Students welcomed speaker Billy Molls to learn about a few of his adventures in the wilds of Alaska. Billy Molls has guided big game hunters in the wilderness of Alaska for the past 25 years. He is an author and filmmaker of the award-winning Modern Day Mountain Man video series. Thank you, Billy Molls, for sharing your incredible adventures with Central.

RAIDER EVENTS: Saturday 4/6/24 Track MRC-Indoor Meet @ Mankato State @ 10:00 AM Speech Sections @ St. Croix Lutheran @ 9:00 AM

FFA Week: April 8-12. Monday - Friday Trivia questions with the morning announcements. Tuesday - Staff appreciation breakfast food served between 7:15 and 7:50 - A variety of animals will be in the wood shop - Coloring contest due to Mrs. Schurmann Wednesday - Ag Olympics in the gym will be making its triumphant comeback! Thursday - FFA volunteers will be at the elementary school preparing breakfast for the staff in that building served between 7:15 and 7:50. Friday - Annual "drive a tractor to school day" - Tractor parade during RT/WIN , going around to the elementary to show off their machines to the onlooking students. - Wear your favorite cowboy boots, blue/gold clothing (Official FFA Colors), or apparel featuring your favorite tractor brand.

RAIDER EVENTS: Friday 4/5/24 Softball Scrimmage vs SW Christian Varsity @ 4:30 Baseball vs Lester Prairie JV @ 4:30 @ Cologne Fritz Field Varsity @ 5:00 @ Norwood Sports Complex

Mrs. Hammer's Criminal Justice Class is excited to welcome guest speakers into the classroom! Today, they hosted Cameron Conlin, a Central High School graduate from 2018 and a dedicated Burnsville Police Officer. Thank you, Cameron, for sharing your invaluable insights and experiences with us! If you or someone you know is involved in the criminal justice system and would like to inspire and educate our students, we'd love to have you as a guest speaker! Reach out to Mrs. Hammers at shammers@isd108.org to get involved.

CONGRATULATIONS to our Middle School March Award Winners! Academic Achievement Award: 6th grade: Natalie Glander & Matthew Storms 7th grade: Emily Hecksel & Emily Schmidt 8th grade: Lily Erdman & Elizabeth Hoen Lions' Citizenship Award: 6th grade: Bryson Schrupp 7th grade: Avery Kranz 8th grade: Levi Morphew Raider Pride Award: 6th grade: Bryce Lind 7th grade: Jarett Dingels 8th grade: Brock Neubarth