Central Lee Community School District

Happy World Children's Day! Today, we bring attention to how a solid education lights up the path for young people and opens doors to endless possibilities. 🌟 We couldn’t do what we do without the support of Central Lee community members, so thank you! 🤗

🏀 ATTENTION: Tomorrow's high school girls basketball games at Central Lee have been changed to a varsity only game with a 2pm start time. Come out and support the hawks!

Central Lee is pleased to recognize Substitute Educators' Day! Our subs play a vital role in ensuring our students continue to learn, even when their regular teacher needs to be away. 🧑‍🏫🍏 You could become a sub, too! Discover opportunities: https://www.centrallee.org/page/employment-opportunities

Did you know? 💡 Parents who actively participate in their children's learning journey contribute to better academic results and a more positive family dynamic. Let’s make family engagement a priority on Parent Involvement Day!

We’re proud to recognize America Recycles Day! ♻️ Recycling is one of many ways we can care for our Earth and ensure a better future for generations to come. Please encourage your friends and family to make recycling a priority!

TODAY is the DAY! PTO Fall Fundraiser PICK UP! Location: PK-8 Multi-Purpose Room Time: 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm Please make arrangements to pick up items as they cannot go home with students on the bus nor can we store them overnight. THANK YOU for your amazing support!

Happy Education Support Professionals Day! 📚 ESPs play critical roles in Central Lee, ensuring our schools run smoothly and our students thrive. Whether you’re a custodian, bus driver, food worker, paraprofessional, or more, we thank you for your efforts! 🙏

It’s Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week, and we’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those facing these challenges. We urge community members to donate anything they can, as every little bit helps. Here’s a great place to start: https://foodbankiowa.org

Today marks the start of American Education Week! 🏫📚 A strong public education system is essential for a prosperous future, both for our students and for ourselves. We want to take a moment to thank our teachers and staff for their amazing efforts. You are truly appreciated! ✨

We’re celebrating World Kindness Day with a huge shoutout to our students! Kindness is a cornerstone of our community, and it’s something we see every day. Let's keep spreading positivity and making the world a better place! ❤️

We celebrate students selected by their teachers as HAWKS of the Month for October. These students exhibited regular use of Habit 1: Be Proactive. They were responsible for their actions, words, and work. They took initiative and were accountable for their actions. Teaching students how to grow as leaders is an integral component of the K-12 curriculum. It is embedded in all classrooms and embraced by staff and students.

Mrs. Kaisie Peterson's 4th Grade Class spends time becoming better readers in many different ways. You'll find students working independently on reading books at their good fit level. Students stretch their learning while completing i-Ready personalized lessons. Mrs. Peterson works with small groups teaching specific skills those students need. She also helps students strengthen their word knowledge by creating activities in wordwall.net. Even science and social studies topics are taught through experiences with articles and non-fiction text. We appreciate the intentional planning she and her 4th grade colleagues do each week to support student learning! #Proud2bCL

Please support the ongoing efforts of our CL Music Boosters to supply our K-12 band and choir teachers with what they need to create a stellar music program! Reach out to any PK-5 students and/or 6-12 music students to order some Krispy Kreme Doughnuts today! Orders and money are due to the school office by Friday, November 17th. Donut Pickup is Friday, December 1st. Thank you for your support!

Central Lee Middle School will be hosting a Family Fun Night on February 21, 2024. We hope to involve students, their families or caretakers, and our community partners. If you are a community partner, or would like to partner with Central Lee Middle School in the future, please take a minute to fill out this survey. Please contact Jansen Menke at jmenke@centrallee.org if you have further questions. Thank you for your participation! CLMS Community Partnership Survey: https://forms.gle/5e9zBtpZU3nkQZXd7

On Veterans’ Day, we would like to recognize and thank the veterans in our community for their service. Your commitment to our nation's well-being is an inspiration to us all. 🇺🇲#Proud2bCL

We are thrilled to announce the Central Lee Community School District's Hall of Fame ceremony, where we will proudly honor our outstanding 2022 and 2023 inductees! Join us Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at Central Lee High School as we celebrate the excellence, dedication, and remarkable contributions made by our Hall of Fame inductees. Stay tuned for more details on this memorable event. Let's come together to recognize the best of our Central Lee community! 🏆👏

We are proud to welcome Christy (Holtkamp) Schrader as a 2023 Athletic Hall of Fame inductee! Christy's achievements are nothing short of extraordinary. Scoring a remarkable 1,311 points and grabbing 733 rebounds, she stands as one of our school's all-time basketball greats. Her defensive talent shines through with an astounding 273 blocked shots, placing her among the top 50 in state history. In 1993, Christy scored an incredible 550 points in a single season, along with 303 rebounds that placed her in the top 30 in state history. During her senior year, she averaged 5.27 blocks per game, also ranking in the top 30 in state history. Additionally, Christy contributed her talents to the volleyball and golf teams. Off the field and courts, she exemplified leadership by dedicating her free time to serving as the President of the Student Council. Join us in honoring Christy's legacy in Central Lee's athletic history!

Congratulations to those who were elected yesterday to serve on the Central Lee School Board, which will all serve a four-year term! District 1 - Matt Doty District 2 - Bill Young District 3 - Mark Hulsebus Our elected School Board plays a vital role in our community, as it is responsible for making critical decisions that have a significant impact on our students, educators, families, and the entire community. We are excited for these board members and look forward to the positive influence they will have on our schools!

Today is National STEM/STEAM Day! 🔬 Our educators foster a love for science, technology, engineering, art, and math through dynamic programs and hands-on activities. Central Lee students are the innovators of tomorrow! #Proud2bCL

We are excited to announce Jeff Brisby's induction into the 2023 Athletic Hall of Fame! Jeff is one of the most accomplished athletes in Central Lee history. His talents extended across multiple sports, earning him first-team all-conference honors in football, basketball, and baseball. He was a standout on the all-Hawkeye Land team in both baseball and basketball and received honorable mention all-state recognition in all three sports. In basketball, Jeff's senior year saw him average a remarkable 22 points and 9 rebounds per game. On the football field, he excelled as a quarterback, passing for 1,100 yards and leading the conference in tackles. In baseball, Jeff earned a .380 batting average and was a dominant pitcher, with a 10-1 record and an ERA under 1.00. Please join us in recognizing Jeff and his incredible athletic legacy!