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A Sneak Peek at the New Additions
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The fifth graders at Central Elementary School learned all about the exciting architectural changes that are currently happening at their school. 

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Jukebox Time Machine
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The fourth and fifth graders at Central Elementary School took to the stage to perform the musical "Jukebox Time Machine!"

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Third Grade Phonics Lesson
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Central Elementary School third graders in Mr. Gary Paustian's class spent time learning all about the short double "o" and the long double "o" sounds. 

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Teachers Get "Pied" for a Great Cause!
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The amazing (and brave!) teachers at Central Elementary School volunteered themselves to get "pied" by their students to raise money for cultural arts programs at the school.

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Walking, Biking and Rolling
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On Wednesday, October 8, Central School students and their families participated in the school's annual walk/bike/roll to school day.

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Physical Fitness Fun
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Mr. Jamie Sloan's 4th grade PE class at Central Elementary School recently dedicated a lesson to physical fitness. 

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Name Art Masterpieces
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Central Elementary School third graders in Ms. Sara Earl's art class spent time studying the difference between realistic and abstract art.

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Celebrating Earth Day and Arbor Day!
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On Monday, April 29 the students and of Central Elementary spent time beautifying the areas around the school in celebration of both Earth Day and Arbor Day.

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From a Barnyard to Outer Space!
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Central Elementary School's youngest grades recently took the stage to entertain their fellow students and families!

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Plaster Mask-Making
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Central Elementary School third graders in Ms. Sara Earl's art class are having fun creating their very own plaster masks.

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Creating Young Rembrandts at Central
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Students in the afterschool Young Rembrandts art program at Central Elementary School worked on creating a "candy landscape" this week.

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Making Music with Recorders
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Central Elementary School fifth graders in Ms. Katie Tran's music class are learning how to play the recorder in the treble clef. 

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Gingerbread Houses in Art Class!
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Central Elementary School first graders in Ms. Sara Earl's art class have been working on constructing gingerbread houses. 

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Fit Kids Club
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Every Wednesday after school at Central Elementary, Physical Education Teacher Mrs. Gatz runs a Fit Kids Club.

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Thriller Jam Fest!
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Central Elementary School's fourth and fifth graders had a "spooktacular" time performing Thriller Jam Fest 2024.

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Walking and Rolling to School!
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On Wednesday, October 9, Central School students and their families participated in their annual walk/bike/roll to school day.

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A Collaborative Installation in Central's Halls
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Fifth grade Central Elementary Schools students in Ms. Earl's art class are creating drip art paintings inspired by the murals of contemporary artist Jen Stark.  

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A Tour of the United States
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Over the past few months, the fourth grade students at Central Elementary School have been learning about the regions of the United States.

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Growing Lettuce in a Bag
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Central Elementary School second graders celebrated Earth Day this past week with a visit from the Des Plaines Garden Club. 

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A Once in a Lifetime Experience
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On the afternoon of Monday, April 8, Central Elementary School students had the chance to view the solar eclipse. 

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BUGZ: The Musical!
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Central Elementary School's second and third grade students performed the musical "BUGZ!" on Thursday, February 9.

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Traveling the World at Central School
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Students and their families did not need to pack their bags to travel around the world at Central Elementary School recently. 

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Eagle Excellence Assembly
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Central Elementary School held their first Eagle Excellence Assembly of 2024 this week. 

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A Lesson in Basketball Passing
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Students in Mr. Griffen Eichorn's PE class learned about the different types of basketball passes this week.

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Eagle Excellence All-Around!
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This week Central School held an Eagle Excellence Assembly full of laughs, awards and pie-smashing!

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Students Say Thank You to Veterans
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Central School's fourth and fifth graders put on a musical performance in honor of Veterans Day on November 9.

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Dewey Decimal Dominoes!
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Central's 4th graders learned a fun way to decide what library books they wanted to check out this week!

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Meet Lizzie Waterworth Santos!
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Author Lizzie Waterworth Santos visited Central Elementary School on Thursday, September 21st for a 4th and 5th grade assembly!

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2023 Wax Museum
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Students choose an inspirational person from the past or present that has made a positive contribution to our world.

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Weekly Power Hour!
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Each week, for one hour, the students participate in what we call 'Power Hour'.

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Student pouring water into a volcano presentation and model she built.
Central's 2023 Maker Faire
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4th and 5th grade students are led by Mrs. Gmitro and Mrs. Radnitzer to create or share a skill with others.

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Central School's Shark Tank
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As part of their annual Shark Tank event, Central Elementary School students worked in groups to create an innovative food truck concept and design.

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