This year’s high school recipient of Mrs. Lechtenberg’s Golden Paintbrush Trophy, honoring the overall “MVP” of the art room, goes to...Central senior Declan Finley!
This award recognizes a student who not only earns their varsity letter, but goes beyond artistic talent alone; someone who demonstrates creativity, growth, leadership, dedication, and a lasting impact on the Central art program.
Declan has consistently pushed himself creatively, shown strong craftsmanship and perseverance, supported fellow artists, and contributed positively to the culture and community of the art room. From taking creative risks to helping behind the scenes, his work and attitude have left a lasting mark on our program.
Congratulations, Declan!
This award recognizes a student who not only earns their varsity letter, but goes beyond artistic talent alone; someone who demonstrates creativity, growth, leadership, dedication, and a lasting impact on the Central art program.
Declan has consistently pushed himself creatively, shown strong craftsmanship and perseverance, supported fellow artists, and contributed positively to the culture and community of the art room. From taking creative risks to helping behind the scenes, his work and attitude have left a lasting mark on our program.
Congratulations, Declan!
For more than 40 years, KWWL has proudly recognized the Best of the Class from high schools across Eastern Iowa for their outstanding accomplishments and leadership.
Central Community School is proud to announce that the 2026 KWWL Best of the Class recipient is Michael White! Michael was presented with this honor during the Central Awards Ceremony last week.
Congratulations, Michael, on this well-deserved recognition! We are proud of all you have accomplished and excited for your future.
Central Community School is proud to announce that the 2026 KWWL Best of the Class recipient is Michael White! Michael was presented with this honor during the Central Awards Ceremony last week.
Congratulations, Michael, on this well-deserved recognition! We are proud of all you have accomplished and excited for your future.
Congratulations to Maci Keppler and Braxton Bormann on earning a Central Honors Diploma!
In addition to completing Central’s standard graduation requirements, Honors Diploma recipients must meet higher academic expectations, complete additional coursework, participate in mentorship and presentation experiences, and fulfill a variety of college, career, leadership, service, and extracurricular benchmarks throughout high school.
This recognition reflects years of dedication, involvement, and hard work. Congratulations, Maci and Braxton, on this outstanding accomplishment!
In addition to completing Central’s standard graduation requirements, Honors Diploma recipients must meet higher academic expectations, complete additional coursework, participate in mentorship and presentation experiences, and fulfill a variety of college, career, leadership, service, and extracurricular benchmarks throughout high school.
This recognition reflects years of dedication, involvement, and hard work. Congratulations, Maci and Braxton, on this outstanding accomplishment!
Today, Central Seniors made their final walk through the halls as students, surrounded by cheers and applause from classmates, staff, and family members. It was a special moment to celebrate everything the Class of 2026 has accomplished and the impact they’ve made on our school community.
Congratulations to the Central Class of 2026! We are proud of you and can’t wait to see what comes next. You will be missed!
Congratulations to the Central Class of 2026! We are proud of you and can’t wait to see what comes next. You will be missed!
Fourth graders wrapped up Junior Achievement this week. A big thank you to Ashley Augustyn for coming in and teaching us about businesses and how they use the resources of their region!
Congratulations Michael White, today's Senior Spotlight!
🎓 Congratulations, Owen, on your graduation! We are so proud of you and all you’ve accomplished this year. The kitchen crew will surely miss having you as our SOS student — your hard work, positive attitude, and helping hands made a difference every day. Wishing you nothing but success and happiness in your next adventure! 👏🍽️🎉
Our Farm Meats came to grill today! Check out these smiling faces!
Congratulations to the Central boys golf team on advancing to Districts after earning a 2nd place team finish at Sectionals yesterday at Turkey Valley!
The team will compete Monday in Lake Mills with a trip to the State Tournament on the line. Great job, boys, and best of luck as you continue postseason play!
The team will compete Monday in Lake Mills with a trip to the State Tournament on the line. Great job, boys, and best of luck as you continue postseason play!
Please help us congratulate Alvin White, today's Senior Spotlight!
The public is invited to attend Central Community School’s Commencement Ceremony on Sunday, May 17, at Jack Dittmer Field as we celebrate the Class of 2026!
Due to the possibility of inclement weather, a decision on whether the ceremony will remain outdoors or move to the Central Gymnasium will be announced by 9:00 AM Sunday morning.
We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with our graduates, families, friends, and community!
Due to the possibility of inclement weather, a decision on whether the ceremony will remain outdoors or move to the Central Gymnasium will be announced by 9:00 AM Sunday morning.
We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with our graduates, families, friends, and community!
Last night we hosted our final high school band and chorus concert of the year. It was a wonderful evening celebrating the hard work, dedication, and talent of our student musicians throughout the year.
Along with the performances, we were proud to recognize students with various music awards and scholarships. Congratulations to all of our recipients, and thank you to our directors for the time and passion they pour into our music programs each day.
Thank you as well to all of the families, staff, and community members who continue to support the arts at Central!
Along with the performances, we were proud to recognize students with various music awards and scholarships. Congratulations to all of our recipients, and thank you to our directors for the time and passion they pour into our music programs each day.
Thank you as well to all of the families, staff, and community members who continue to support the arts at Central!
Please congratulate last week's Worthy Warriors! Great job, everyone!
Central student Isabella Schantz recently wrapped up her Global Science project collecting pop tabs for Camp Courageous with the help of the Central community. Yesterday, she was able to deliver the donations to Camp Courageous. Thank you to everyone who helped collect and donate pop tabs throughout the project. Your support helped make a difference!
Kindergarten and 1st Grade students hosted their annual Donuts with Grown Ups on Friday, and it was such a fun morning! Thank you to everyone who was able to attend and make the event so special. Our students worked very hard preparing their songs and creating thoughtful gifts for their grown ups, and they were excited to share them. We loved seeing all the smiles and special moments together!
Central Community FFA had an outstanding day at yesterday’s contests! 🌟
Hawkeye Community College hosted the Northeast District Floriculture, Food Science, and Agronomy Career Development Events, and our members rose to the challenge.
🌿 The Central Community FFA floriculture team earned 1st place overall out of 41 teams! Our second floriculture team also had a strong showing, placing 10th overall.
🏅 Floriculture individual honors included:
Blair Scherf — 1st place individually
Reese Kuhse— 2nd place individually
🌱 In agronomy, the Central Community FFA team placed 7th overall out of 31 teams.
🏅 Agronomy individual honors included:
Zane Embretson — 9th place individually
We’re proud of all of our members for their hard work and dedication! Next week, the agronomy team will compete at the state competition, and in June, floriculture heads to state. Good luck to all of our competitors!
Hawkeye Community College hosted the Northeast District Floriculture, Food Science, and Agronomy Career Development Events, and our members rose to the challenge.
🌿 The Central Community FFA floriculture team earned 1st place overall out of 41 teams! Our second floriculture team also had a strong showing, placing 10th overall.
🏅 Floriculture individual honors included:
Blair Scherf — 1st place individually
Reese Kuhse— 2nd place individually
🌱 In agronomy, the Central Community FFA team placed 7th overall out of 31 teams.
🏅 Agronomy individual honors included:
Zane Embretson — 9th place individually
We’re proud of all of our members for their hard work and dedication! Next week, the agronomy team will compete at the state competition, and in June, floriculture heads to state. Good luck to all of our competitors!
Our next Senior Spotlight is Owen Walz! Congratulations!
This morning, members of our local business community visited Central to conduct mock interviews with students in the Pre-Employment class. Over the past several weeks, students have been building resumes, practicing interview skills, and preparing for today’s experience.
We are proud of the professionalism and effort these students showed during their interviews, and we are incredibly thankful for the community members who took time out of their day to support them. Opportunities like this help students gain valuable real-world experience and confidence for the future.
Thank you to everyone who helped make the morning a success!
We are proud of the professionalism and effort these students showed during their interviews, and we are incredibly thankful for the community members who took time out of their day to support them. Opportunities like this help students gain valuable real-world experience and confidence for the future.
Thank you to everyone who helped make the morning a success!
Central Community FFA is headed to Hawkeye Community College today!
Today's Senior Spotlight is Braden Taylor! Congratulations, Braden!
