Congrats to Harper Bennington and MacKenna Fisher for representing Central at the IATC Mike Henderson Middle School Statewide Track and Field meet this past Saturday at Waukee Northwest HS stadium. They were part of nearly 1,300 girls from 140 schools to compete in front of over 3,000 spectators in a fantastic stadium. They both competed extremely well and had a great day!
We can finally give the weather a thumbs up! ☀️ The Upper Iowa Conference track & field meet last week brought some of the best conditions we’ve seen all season… and maybe even in several years!
With the new conference alignment creating a very competitive atmosphere, our athletes stepped up in a big way.
We want to thank Mr. Reinhart for providing a fantastic track and field environment with his enthusiastic and informative commentary during the entire meet! 👏
With the new conference alignment creating a very competitive atmosphere, our athletes stepped up in a big way.
We want to thank Mr. Reinhart for providing a fantastic track and field environment with his enthusiastic and informative commentary during the entire meet! 👏
It's the Seniors' last week and there are a lot of other great things happening this week at Central!
Congratulations to the Central Community FFA Dairy Cattle Evaluation Team on an outstanding performance at the state contest! 🐄💙
The team earned an impressive 8th place finish overall and received a Gold Ranking! A special congratulations to Blake Hunt for placing 10th individually in the state competition.
This team is made up of many younger members, making this accomplishment even more exciting. With strong experience gained this year — and Blake returning next season — the future of this team is incredibly bright!
The team earned an impressive 8th place finish overall and received a Gold Ranking! A special congratulations to Blake Hunt for placing 10th individually in the state competition.
This team is made up of many younger members, making this accomplishment even more exciting. With strong experience gained this year — and Blake returning next season — the future of this team is incredibly bright!
Please help us congratulate Zoe Strawn, today's Senior Spotlight!
Next up on our Senior Spotlights is Ayden Schutte! Congratulations!
We are incredibly proud of our Central Band and Choir students! Last night at the IHSMA State Large Group Festival, both ensembles earned Division I ratings! Their hard work, dedication, and musicianship truly shined. Congratulations to these amazing students on this outstanding achievement!
Congratulations Maxwell Schantz, today's Senior Spotlight!
Great news! Central’s Summer Food Program begins Thursday, June 4!
Any family with children ages 18 and under is welcome to participate. Each Thursday throughout the summer, families can pick up a week’s worth of free food to help keep kids fed while school is out.
Program dates:
• June 4, 11, 18, 25
• July 2, 9, 16, 23
That’s 8 weeks of free food support for families this summer! The more families who sign up, the stronger this program can continue to be for our community.
Please be sure to sign up by May 20 using the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSenbfsqgPyPaOodpNkxZ_uBsBwg91DbDb6qbj00Cphas6vqXw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=111044781075056526881
Any family with children ages 18 and under is welcome to participate. Each Thursday throughout the summer, families can pick up a week’s worth of free food to help keep kids fed while school is out.
Program dates:
• June 4, 11, 18, 25
• July 2, 9, 16, 23
That’s 8 weeks of free food support for families this summer! The more families who sign up, the stronger this program can continue to be for our community.
Please be sure to sign up by May 20 using the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSenbfsqgPyPaOodpNkxZ_uBsBwg91DbDb6qbj00Cphas6vqXw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=111044781075056526881
Good luck to our Band and Choir students as they travel to Decorah on Friday for the IHSMA State Large Group Festival!
This event is the music equivalent of competing at state in athletics — one performance opportunity in front of three judges after months of preparation and teamwork. We are incredibly proud of the growth, dedication, and musicians these students have become as they represent our school and community.
This event is the music equivalent of competing at state in athletics — one performance opportunity in front of three judges after months of preparation and teamwork. We are incredibly proud of the growth, dedication, and musicians these students have become as they represent our school and community.
Don’t forget to order your Central yearbook! 📘
The yearbook is packed with memories from the 2025-26 school year, including academics, activities, athletics, fine arts, and so many moments that made this year special. All students Preschool - 12th grade are included in this one book!
Pre-order yours here: https://forms.gle/F3kNU216iEUuVwAp6
The yearbook is packed with memories from the 2025-26 school year, including academics, activities, athletics, fine arts, and so many moments that made this year special. All students Preschool - 12th grade are included in this one book!
Pre-order yours here: https://forms.gle/F3kNU216iEUuVwAp6
Good luck to the Central Community FFA Dairy Cattle Evaluation Team as they compete at the state contest today! 🐄💙
Your hard work, dedication, and preparation have led you to this moment. Wishing the team the best of luck and a successful day of competition!
Your hard work, dedication, and preparation have led you to this moment. Wishing the team the best of luck and a successful day of competition!
Our next Senior Spotlight is Leila Schaffer! Congratulations, Leila!
Last night at Central Community School's Senior Awards Night, the Class of 2026 was recognized for their achievements as students, volunteers, leaders, and contributing citizens of our community through state, local, and school based awards and scholarships. The Class of 2026 was awarded scholarship money totaling over $205,000. Congratulations to the Class of 2026 and good luck in your future endeavors!
Today's Senior Spotlight is Carson Ruegnitz! Congratulations, Carson!
🎉 Congratulations to our 2025-2026 Central Teachers of the Year! This recognition is given by the Elkader Masonic Lodge every year and we were able to present both of our teachers tonight at our Senior Awards Ceremony! Please help us congratulate them!
Our Secondary Teacher of the Year is Mr. Ryan Zurbriggen. Mr. Zurbriggen’s classroom environment has been an example at Central for others to follow. Students will tell you what the magic formula is - “he respects us and makes each of us feel like we matter.” Mr. Zurbriggen is an example of what it is we all want in a teacher for our kids. He goes above and beyond while working one-on-one with a student, and creates a desired classroom environment on a daily basis. Furthermore, Mr. Zurbriggen has modeled how to respond to adversity when life presents challenges. Thank you, Mr. Zurbriggen, for serving the Central Community - we feel lucky to have you!
Our Elementary Teacher of the Year is Mrs. Sarah Glew. We would like to recognize Mrs. Glew for her exceptional commitment to Special Education this year. She has demonstrated remarkable diligence in executing student individualized plans and maintaining seamless collaboration with paraprofessionals, faculty, and administration. Her vibrant energy, combined with the meaningful relationships she builds with her students, makes her an invaluable asset to our team and a truly deserving honoree.
Our Secondary Teacher of the Year is Mr. Ryan Zurbriggen. Mr. Zurbriggen’s classroom environment has been an example at Central for others to follow. Students will tell you what the magic formula is - “he respects us and makes each of us feel like we matter.” Mr. Zurbriggen is an example of what it is we all want in a teacher for our kids. He goes above and beyond while working one-on-one with a student, and creates a desired classroom environment on a daily basis. Furthermore, Mr. Zurbriggen has modeled how to respond to adversity when life presents challenges. Thank you, Mr. Zurbriggen, for serving the Central Community - we feel lucky to have you!
Our Elementary Teacher of the Year is Mrs. Sarah Glew. We would like to recognize Mrs. Glew for her exceptional commitment to Special Education this year. She has demonstrated remarkable diligence in executing student individualized plans and maintaining seamless collaboration with paraprofessionals, faculty, and administration. Her vibrant energy, combined with the meaningful relationships she builds with her students, makes her an invaluable asset to our team and a truly deserving honoree.
Mrs. Imoehl invited Mrs. Wiley's 1st graders in for a lesson on how to make fruit salad today. Mrs. Imoehl was demonstrating to her class how to deliver an engaging lesson. The 1st graders thought it was a great lesson!
Fourth graders attended the Safety Day at Clayton County Fairgrounds yesterday. They learned about different ways to be safe on the farm, in the yard, online, around electricity, and with animals.
Today Central hosted our Activities Assembly, bringing students together to celebrate involvement, achievement, and school pride. The event, planned with support from our Fine Arts and Athletic Booster Clubs, highlighted the importance of getting involved and recognizing student success.
We were honored to welcome guest speaker Joe Delagrave, a former Paralympian rugby athlete, who shared a powerful message about resilience, leadership, and embracing change.
Congratulations to our scholarship recipients:
Vernon Schuety Scholarship: Michael White & Layla Embretson
Fine Arts Student of the Month: Maxwell Schantz
Student-Athlete of the Month: Braxton Bormann
Fine Arts Booster Club Scholarship: Maxwell Schantz
Athletic Booster Club Scholarship: Braxton Bormann
Bernie Saggau Award: Layla Embretson
A great morning celebrating what it means to be involved at Central!
We were honored to welcome guest speaker Joe Delagrave, a former Paralympian rugby athlete, who shared a powerful message about resilience, leadership, and embracing change.
Congratulations to our scholarship recipients:
Vernon Schuety Scholarship: Michael White & Layla Embretson
Fine Arts Student of the Month: Maxwell Schantz
Student-Athlete of the Month: Braxton Bormann
Fine Arts Booster Club Scholarship: Maxwell Schantz
Athletic Booster Club Scholarship: Braxton Bormann
Bernie Saggau Award: Layla Embretson
A great morning celebrating what it means to be involved at Central!
The Central high school softball team & coaches would like to send a special THANK YOU to Donna Lawlor. Donna graciously donated 3 new bats to the program. She also donated her time in the off season helping at open gyms and working with our pitchers! Thank you for your continued support of the Central softball programs, Donna!
