Attention to the public, Central staff, and students! Central is holding a guest speaker on May 7,2025. Mark your calendars to attend our Leadership Conference!
The Central Varsity Boys Golf Team had an awesome day out at Sunnyside Golf & Country Club in Waterloo today! They played against 14 other teams and crushed last year’s score—improving by 42 strokes! That’s a huge jump and shows just how much work these guys have been putting in. Even better? They had a great time doing it. Way to go, Warriors!
Central Community School is proud to support National Mental Health Awareness Month! This May, we’re raising awareness, breaking the stigma, and promoting the importance of mental well-being for all.
Stay tuned! We’ll be sharing a special Mental Health Awareness Month newsletter each week in May—full of tips, resources, and ways to support the well-being of our students and community.
We’re Here to Help! Reach out anytime you have questions or concerns:
Angie Bergan - School Counselor - anbergan@central.k12.ia.us
Heather Lechtenberg - School Social Worker - hlechtenberg@central.k12.ia.us
It’s Teacher Appreciation Week, and we’re celebrating the incredible educators at Central who wear countless hats every single day! 🎩📚
Our teachers are not just educators—they're also counselors, nurses, cheerleaders, detectives, janitors, comedians, and so much more. They juggle these roles with grace and dedication, always putting our students first.
To all our teachers: THANK YOU for your unwavering commitment and the many hats you wear to support and inspire our students. ❤️🤍
Know a teacher who’s made a difference in your life? Take a moment this week to reach out and let them know how much they’re appreciated!
Join us in the gym at 7:00 PM this Tuesday, May 6th, for a showcase of our amazing high school musicians.
Throughout the evening, we’ll celebrate their talent and achievements with performances and awards sprinkled in all night long! See you there!
Last home golf meet for the season for the Warriors, so we celebrated Jack Scherf and Brandi Herman for Senior Night!
It was another chilly night, but the boys came away with a win and medalist Griffen Hammersland with a 38. Girls improved over last night but Turkey Valley took the win.
A couple more meets next week and then post season the week after!
Earlier this week, our amazing preschoolers led our monthly CCS Assembly and taught us about Friendship. They had the CUTEST video about being a good friend, made a Friendship Soup, and then all of the students got to dance with their friends. Thank you, Preschoolers, for teaching us!
Join us at our last CCS Assembly of the year on Thursday, May 29. Our family picnic will follow!
Kristy Schaffer Represents Central Community School at Prestigious World Food Prize Event
Kristy Schaffer proudly represented Central Community School at the Iowa Youth Institute of the World Food Prize, held at Iowa State University. She joined over 300 dedicated students from across the state of Iowa to present her research on a critical global issue.
Kristy's work focused on the pressing problem of food waste, identifying key contributing factors and proposing innovative solutions to improve food security both locally and globally. During the event, she had the opportunity to engage with experts from renowned organizations, including Chevron, the Food Bank of Siouxland, and the Seed Science Center at Iowa State University.
In recognition of her outstanding efforts and potential, Kristy was awarded a $1,000 scholarship to the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Iowa State University.
Congratulations, Kristy, on this incredible accomplishment!
MaryAnn Gibney (Central Class of 2010), a recruiter at LinkedIn, recently visited Mr. Kluesner's class to share valuable career navigation and resume tips.
She encouraged students to take the time to reflect on their strengths and interests, explore what careers align with those qualities, and be proactive in learning more—by reaching out for informational conversations or job shadowing opportunities. MaryAnn highlighted how LinkedIn can be a powerful tool, especially for connecting with Central alumni, even those who no longer live nearby.
Her advice for interviews? Be concise, come prepared, and remember: people want to help!
A chilly night of golf, but Central came away with 3 medalists. Central boys beat Postville 163-201. Griffen Hammersland was the runner up with a 37 and Owen Hammersland was the medalist with a 36.
Central girls came up a little short, but Katie Royer was the runner up with a 59 tonight.
Nice job, Warriors!
May Day-Lei Day!! Today is Lei Day, a statewide holiday, in Hawaii. Students learned about the Lei customs and traditions, then made their own personalized Lei. Lei's symbolize farewell, greeting, love, hope, friendship and joy. The idea is that although a fresh flowered lei lasts only a while, the thought lasts forever.
Our principals were spoiled today for Principals' Day! ❤️🤍 Preschool made them both gifts, Mrs. Pope's door is filled with elementary gifts and the Central Warriors PTO bought them both lunch.
Thanks to everyone who made their day special!
🦆 FREE Duck Nesting Boxes – Made by Students! 🦆
In celebration of Earth Day, local students rolled up their sleeves and built duck nesting boxes as part of a hands-on conservation project — and now they’re giving them away for free to help support local wildlife! The Duck Box Habitat Project was funded by Tri-State Chapter of Waterfowl.
✨ Nesting boxes may also attract other cavity-nesting birds.
📍Stop by Central High School Office to pick one up while supplies last!
Let’s keep the Earth Day spirit going — one duck box at a time. 🌍💚
Today is National School Principals’ Day, and we’re giving a big shoutout to our incredible leaders — Amy Pope and Aaron Reinhart! 👏❤️🤍
Whether they’re working behind the scenes or side-by-side with students, their dedication, leadership, and heart shape the culture of Central every single day.
We’re so grateful for everything you do to support our students, staff, and community. Thank you, Mrs. Pope and Mr. Reinhart!
📣 We’re hiring! Central Community School is looking for a passionate and dedicated Elementary Special Education Teacher for the 2025–2026 school year! 🍎✨
If you're committed to supporting student growth, building strong relationships, and making a difference every day, we’d love to have you on our team.
Help us spread the word — please share this post! ❤️🤍
Congratulations to Central senior Ella Buckman for being selected for the 2025 Iowa Governor’s Scholar Recognition Program! 🎓🌟
This honor celebrates Iowa’s top academic achievers, and we couldn’t be prouder of Ella for representing Central! She went to Des Moines this past Sunday to be recognized by Governor Kim Reynolds.
As part of the program, Ella presented the Favorite Teacher Certificate to Mr. Zurbriggen, sharing: "I picked Mr. Zurbriggen because I feel that he has been an influential figure not only in my education, but in the development of my character as well."
Way to go, Ella! ❤️🤍
April is National Volunteer Month, and we’re sending a HUGE thank you to our amazing Central Athletic Boosters! ❤️🏀⚾🏈⛳️🤼
This dedicated board of parent and community volunteers meets monthly to support our student-athletes and coaches in countless ways.
Board Members:
🏅 Joy Meyer – President
🏅 Amy Hammersland – Vice President
🏅 Mary Streicher – Secretary
🏅 Dana Burns – Treasurer
🏅 Staci Schmeling & Abby Heitman – Concession Stand Managers
🏅 Aaron Reinhart – Athletic Director
Thanks to their hard work and fundraising efforts, our athletes benefit from upgraded equipment and facilities, travel expenses, trophies and plaques, and they host the All-Sports Awards Banquet each year. Make plans to attend on May 19th!
We’re so grateful for the time, energy, and heart you pour into Central athletics! Thank you! ❤️🤍
This royal evening is coming up! 🏰👸
Join us on May 2nd from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM for a magical Princess-Themed Daddy-Daughter Dance! 💃🕺
There will be: ✨ activities fit for royalty
✨ Snacks to enjoy
✨ Dancing, laughter, and unforgettable memories!
Come dressed in your princess best and get ready for a night of fun! 💖👑
Mark your calendars for Central's 4th annual high school art show at The Collective, downtown Elkader! Experience First Friday or stop in anytime through Wednesday, May 14th. Voting will be open for our "People's Choice Award".
Plant Science and the Central Community FFA had the opportunity to learn how to make shoulder corsages by the very talented Janis Lerch and Jane Wells at the Elkader Floral Shop today! It was a great field trip of learning! Thank you to this local business for sharing their talent with our students!
