Upcoming Events for July 12 - July 18
📱 You're Invited! 🍽️
As we begin a new school year with our theme, Better Because You're Here, we're excited to launch the first event in our Family Connection Series, an opportunity to bring families together, share a meal, learn alongside one another, and strengthen the partnership that helps our students thrive.
Join us for our first session as we welcome Allen W. Barton from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign for an engaging presentation about raising healthy kids in a digital world!
📅 Wednesday, July 29
🍽️ Complimentary Dinner: 5:00 p.m.
🎤 Presentation: 5:30–6:10 p.m.
💬 Questions & Discussion: 6:10–6:30 p.m.
👨👩👧👦 Who should attend?
Parents, grandparents, and caregivers of children of all ages are encouraged to attend. School-aged children are welcome to join the presentation.
🎨 Need childcare?
Complimentary childcare will be available for children ages **3 and older** who prefer not to attend the presentation. Childcare will be provided by Central Intermediate School student volunteers under adult supervision.
🎟️ This event is completely FREE, but we ask that you please RSVP so we can plan for dinner, seating, and childcare.
Complete the RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeC3p4e0oUwjVIw_glHlfu4Nu94JKP1sPZK_RDQDiEGuB5z4Q/viewform?usp=dialog
📣 Please help us spread the word! Share this post with family, friends, neighbors, and anyone raising children who could benefit from this conversation. This event is open to all families in our community.
#BetterBecauseYou'reHere
As we begin a new school year with our theme, Better Because You're Here, we're excited to launch the first event in our Family Connection Series, an opportunity to bring families together, share a meal, learn alongside one another, and strengthen the partnership that helps our students thrive.
Join us for our first session as we welcome Allen W. Barton from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign for an engaging presentation about raising healthy kids in a digital world!
📅 Wednesday, July 29
🍽️ Complimentary Dinner: 5:00 p.m.
🎤 Presentation: 5:30–6:10 p.m.
💬 Questions & Discussion: 6:10–6:30 p.m.
👨👩👧👦 Who should attend?
Parents, grandparents, and caregivers of children of all ages are encouraged to attend. School-aged children are welcome to join the presentation.
🎨 Need childcare?
Complimentary childcare will be available for children ages **3 and older** who prefer not to attend the presentation. Childcare will be provided by Central Intermediate School student volunteers under adult supervision.
🎟️ This event is completely FREE, but we ask that you please RSVP so we can plan for dinner, seating, and childcare.
Complete the RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeC3p4e0oUwjVIw_glHlfu4Nu94JKP1sPZK_RDQDiEGuB5z4Q/viewform?usp=dialog
📣 Please help us spread the word! Share this post with family, friends, neighbors, and anyone raising children who could benefit from this conversation. This event is open to all families in our community.
#BetterBecauseYou'reHere
Upcoming Events for July 5 - July 11
❤️🤍💙 From all of us at CIS, we wish our Central families a safe and happy Fourth of July! We are grateful to be part of such an incredible community. Enjoy the holiday!
#betterbecauseyourehere
Upcoming Events for June 28 through July 4.
🏀 Boys Basketball Camp was a success!
Coach Uftring, Coach Betson, and Coach Adams helped develop the boys' basketball skills this week at camp all the while making it a fun experience!
Thank you to everyone who attended and all those who helped make camp possible! This is a great opportunity for students to develop their skills in basketball, work on teamwork, and make connections with other students in the community.
#BetterBecauseYoureHere
Coach Uftring, Coach Betson, and Coach Adams helped develop the boys' basketball skills this week at camp all the while making it a fun experience!
Thank you to everyone who attended and all those who helped make camp possible! This is a great opportunity for students to develop their skills in basketball, work on teamwork, and make connections with other students in the community.
#BetterBecauseYoureHere
If your student is interested in any of our 2026/2027 Fall Sports - Softball, Baseball, Cross Country, and Golf - please click here for important information.
Upcoming Events for June 21 through June 27.
🏀Boys Basketball Update🏀
Today's (Wednesday, June 17) Boys Basketball Open Gym is canceled today due to anticipated inclement weather.
We hope everyone stays safe today!
🥎 CIS Softball Camp Update 🥎
Due to the anticipated inclement weather, CIS Softball Camp is canceled for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17.
🌟 Better news from Coach Lawson! 🌟
Thursday will be our Scrimmage Day, and families are welcome to attend!
All campers are encouraged to wear their camp shirts.
🕚Scrimmage Schedule
* 3rd–5th Grade: 8:00–9:30 a.m.
* 6th–8th Grade: 9:30–11:00 a.m.
Upcoming Events for June 14 through June 20.
🏀 Girls Basketball Camp was a huge success this week!
Mr. Dalberg and Mr. Deatherage hosted nearly 75 girls for a week of learning, competition, and fun!
Thank you to everyone who attended and all those who helped make camp possible! Opportunities like this help build our programs, develop future Trojans, and give students a chance to connect with Central outside of the school year!
#BetterBecauseYoureHere
Mr. Dalberg and Mr. Deatherage hosted nearly 75 girls for a week of learning, competition, and fun!
Thank you to everyone who attended and all those who helped make camp possible! Opportunities like this help build our programs, develop future Trojans, and give students a chance to connect with Central outside of the school year!
#BetterBecauseYoureHere
🏃♀️🏃♂️ Calling All Incoming 5th–8th Grade Trojans! 🏃♂️🏃♀️
Are you interested in joining the CIS Cross Country team for the 2026 season? Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking to try something new, we'd love to hear from you!
👟 This opportunity is open to all incoming 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students.
Please complete the interest form below:
📝 https://forms.gle/EPyH7giXzTebHLGn9
Cross Country is a great way to stay active, challenge yourself, make new friends, and be part of a supportive team. We look forward to another great season!
Are you interested in joining the CIS Cross Country team for the 2026 season? Whether you're a seasoned runner or looking to try something new, we'd love to hear from you!
👟 This opportunity is open to all incoming 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students.
Please complete the interest form below:
📝 https://forms.gle/EPyH7giXzTebHLGn9
Cross Country is a great way to stay active, challenge yourself, make new friends, and be part of a supportive team. We look forward to another great season!
Summer Office Hours for Central Intermediate and Central Primary.
Due to the weather, Central Baseball Camp is canceled for today, Monday, June 8, 2026.
Upcoming Events for June 7 through June 13.
Our Summer Sports Camps are about to begin, but it's not too late to register! See important deadlines below:
Baseball, Girls Basketball, and Cross Country Camp - Online registration closes tomorrow, Friday, June 5 at 11:59 PM. No t-shirt.
Softball Camp - Online registration closes Friday, June 12 at 11:59 PM. No t-shirt.
Boys Basketball Camp - Online registration closes Friday, June 19 at 11:59 PM. No t-shirt.
Volleyball Camp - Online registration closes Friday, June 26 at 11:59 PM. T-shirt guaranteed for those who register by Monday, June 8.
Click here to register!
Girls and Boys Basketball Open Gyms are happening throughout the summer for incoming 6th through 8th grade Central students!
Boys Basketball Open Gym Schedule
Girls Basketball Open Gym Schedule
Another successful professional learning experience took place on May 28th and 29th as 36 Central 51 educators engaged with Shari Murphy from Quantum Learning, focusing on creating classroom environments where all students can thrive.
Participants explored strategies to:
• Create safe and supportive classrooms
• Provide a clear vision for learners
• Co-create a positive classroom culture with students
• Reinforce desired outcomes and expectations
• Increase student confidence
• Promote healthy risk-taking and academic rigor
• Inspire student motivation and engagement
These powerful practices help build learning environments where students feel connected, challenged, and empowered to achieve success. We are grateful to Shari Murphy and Quantum Learning for sharing practical, research-based strategies that will positively impact our students and classrooms for years to come.
The 4 days of Quantum Learning training brought together a total of 40 Central 51 educators, reflecting the district's ongoing commitment to investing in professional growth and student success.
Participants explored strategies to:
• Create safe and supportive classrooms
• Provide a clear vision for learners
• Co-create a positive classroom culture with students
• Reinforce desired outcomes and expectations
• Increase student confidence
• Promote healthy risk-taking and academic rigor
• Inspire student motivation and engagement
These powerful practices help build learning environments where students feel connected, challenged, and empowered to achieve success. We are grateful to Shari Murphy and Quantum Learning for sharing practical, research-based strategies that will positively impact our students and classrooms for years to come.
The 4 days of Quantum Learning training brought together a total of 40 Central 51 educators, reflecting the district's ongoing commitment to investing in professional growth and student success.
Upcoming Events for May 31 through June 6.
