Celebration Central

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State-of-the-art children's playground

Central has a new, state-of-the-art playground for all students to enjoy. This project was made possible by a generous $70,000 donation from PTO.

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Grants

Since 2017, the Washington Community Foundation, through its Central 51 Fund, has awarded grants to Central District 51 totaling $109,596.

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WPD

We work closely with the Washington Police Department (WPD) to update our safety protocols. We have incorporated the CrisisGo app for greater communication during a crisis.

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Central activities

Central activities feature Cookie Coders, CIS Knitters, E-Sports, and Central Care Club which hosts community days with acts of service both on and off campus.

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STEM

STEM program for K-8 that is helping us meet the science standards in more depth at the younger grade levels. We look for ways to offer more to our students and expand the program

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Art

Central District 51 has committed to have Art K-8 and our students are now receiving a full Art experience in our flourishing Art Program.

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Sports

We offer multiple opportunities for students to compete in sports throughout the year. We continue to expand the programs to allow for more ways for kids to participate.

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Renovations

The application for a $50,000 ROE-approved grant has been accepted by the ISBE to provide ceiling tile throughout CIS – the last areas not tiled in the district.

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PTO

Central 51 PTO's Trojan Trot earned an amazing $90,581 for School Year 24/25! Thank you to our Central families and our community for supporting this year's Trojan Trot!

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What I enjoy most about my job here at Central are my students! I love building relationships with them, seeing them have those moments of revelation, and witnessing the incredible growth they experience.
Mrs. Rebecca Wulf - K-4 STEM Teacher
Equipo SLP
Our Speech Therapy Team is built on collaboration, compassion, and commitment. We are grateful to be part of such a supportive special education department. Together, we celebrate every student's progress, big or small.
Heidi Cornwell, Alyssa Dimmick, & Rita Mourisse
Quezada, Alondra
What I love most about being an art teacher is seeing my students have so much fun being expressive and creative through art. The art classroom is bursting with color thanks to the discovery of new artistic techniques and the exchange of ideas.
Ms. Alondra Quezada - CPS Art Education
Bueno, Nick
My favorite moments at Central are when I can make a connection between the science I teach and something a student is already passionate about.
Mr. Nick Goede - 8th Grade Physical Science
Graham, Tonja
I have the opportunity to teach two subjects that don't receive enough attention in the traditional curriculum. I love the idea of ​​being able to delve deeper into the topics and skills covered in both subjects while also preparing students for life after high school.
Mrs. Tonja Graham - 7th/8th Financial Lit. & Current Events
McCoy, Megan
Central feels like one big family. We celebrate our triumphs together and support each other through difficulties. The saying "It takes a village" comes to mind when I think about how we work as a team for our students.
Ms. Megan McCoy - 4th Grade Paraprofessional
Encima, Kate
As a Physical Education teacher for grades 5 through 8, I work with all the students at CIS every day. I also work with each of them for four consecutive years. It's a joy to watch them grow and mature throughout their high school career.
Mrs. Kate Lang - 5th - 8th Grade PE
Malcom, Allison
Central is a fantastic place to work! Our special education team works like a family, and the administration is very supportive. We are so lucky to work in such a wonderful community!
Mrs. Allison Malcom - K-2 Special Education
Melodía, Carissa
I love being able to help as many students as possible see their full potential and learn to solve problems on their own.
Mrs. Carissa Melody - K-4 Counselor