Central Lee Community School District

It's National Library Week! Dive into the world of books at the Donnellson Public Library. 🌏📖 Discover titles, resources, and programs at https://www.donnellson.lib.ia.us/. It’s also National School Library Month, so be sure to stop by your school library, too! #Proud2bCL

Good luck to our students participating in the State Physics Competition at UNI. We know you’ll put your skills and knowledge on full display! 🙌 #Proud2bCL

Congratulations to Colton Taft and Aubrey Weber on their success at the Keokuk Art Show! Both students received 1st place in their categories. Amazing work! 🏅 #Proud2bCL

All year long, our students are engaging with technology that teaches them key skills, including problem solving, critical thinking, and teamwork. Join us as we celebrate these efforts during National Robotics Week! 🤖 #Proud2bCL #Roboweek

Congratulations to our boys' golf team for winning the Keokuk Invite yesterday! 🏌️‍♂️ They took home the championship with an incredible team score of 304, winning by 37 strokes! 🔥👏

Good luck to our students participating in the Swing Show tonight at 6:00pm. We know you’ll put on a fantastic performance! 🎶 #Proud2bCL

Our school librarians guide students through research and new discoveries with an unwavering passion. Their support is crucial in nurturing informed and engaged learners. We are so thankful for them. Happy National School Librarian Day! 📚💫

Sign up your child for the 2025-26 school year in Little Hawks Preschool on Friday, April 4th! A $50 registration fee is required to secure a spot. Morning or afternoon sessions are reserved on a first come, first serve basis. Starting at 6:30 am at the PK-8 building. Students must turn 4 years old by September 15, 2025 to be enrolled in Little Hawks Preschool. We hope to see you there! Any questions, please call the PK-8 Office 319-835-9510.

Summer Hawks Place registration is now open! Don't miss the chance to give your child a summer filled with fun, learning, and enrichment. Registration closes on May 1st—secure your spot today by filling out the form here: https://forms.gle/4Nf5X4WJqTadZsX98

Our paraprofessionals do amazing work. They help implement educational programs, provide essential behavioral support, and ensure every student feels included and valued. Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! 🙏#Proud2bCL

On April 12 and 13, our students will be performing their spring play, “Never After Happily!” 🎭 Performances will take place on April 12 at 7:00pm and April 13 at 2:00pm, in the High School Secondary Gym. Tickets are $5 and concessions will be available. We hope to see you there!

Addison Hohl has been recognized as one of the top freshman projects at the State Science and Technology Fair of Iowa! 🎉 She has been awarded a trip to the 2025 International Science Fair in Columbus, Ohio, as an observer. Addison is the daughter of Adam and Julie Hohl of Donnellson. Congratulations, Addison!

Congratulations to Quinn Gates, who participated at the Individual All-State Speech Competition! 👏 Quinn competed in the poetry category and received feedback from AP Pikiben, a professor at Truman State University, who praised Quinn for delivering an authentic and bold performance. Congratulations, Quinn, on this amazing accomplishment!

This one’s for you, baseball families! 👉You’re at every game, rain or shine 👉Your ringtone is “Take Me Out to the Ballgame” 👉You live your best life under stadium lights on a Friday night We see you, die-hard fans, and we appreciate you! That’s why we’re upgrading our baseball/softball complex into a top-tier facility that lets our student-athletes shine and makes our community proud! Become part of the winning team and learn more about contributing here: bit.ly/CLBBSBRenovation.

April is Financial Literacy Month! Understanding how to manage money effectively is a crucial skill for all ages. 💸 Learning about savings, budgeting, and the smart use of credit can lead to lifelong financial security. This month, we encourage students and families to discuss sound financial habits together!

Congratulations to the Central Lee High School science researchers who won awards at the State Science & Technology Fair of Iowa! 🏅Lara Canida 7 Year - Enduring Excellence Award ISU Food Sciences Scholarship 🏅Alivia Cook Iowa Junior Academy of Science Scholarship ISU Food Sciences Scholarship 🏅Beau Boyd Microbiology Category: Honorable Mention ISU Food Sciences Scholarship 🏅Aurora Edens Chemistry Category: Honorable Mention ISU Food Sciences Scholarship Loras College Scholarship NASA Earth Systems Award Yale Society Award 🏅Allison Gruntmeir Animal Science Category: 1st place ISU Industrial Engineering Scholarship Global Resource Systems Award - Certificate Loras College Scholarship Agriculture Excellence Award 🏅Addison Hohl Earth & Environmental Sciences Category: 3rd place - Medallion Genius Olympiad Award Morningside College Scholarship NASA Earth Systems Award NOAA Award US Metric Association Award Stockholm Junior Water Prize Award Horizon Award 🏅Caedon Newton Energy & Transportation Category: 3rd place - Medallion Physical Science Seminar Category: 4th place - Certificate & Award 🏅Arabella McDowell FFA: 2nd place Division III. Animal Systems - Silver Medallion Rising Stars in Science Award - Certificate & Award Loras College Scholarship 🏅Baylee Stewart Loras College Scholarship 🏅Tristan Robins FFA: 3rd place Division III. Power Structure & Technical - Bronze Medallion Ignite 4-H Award

🏆⚽ GAME DAY! ⚽🏆 Our High School Girls Soccer Team is kicking off their season TONIGHT with their first game against West Branch! 📍 Central Lee ⏰ 5:00pm 🎉 Come out and support our team!

Central Lee Middle School stood out at the State Science & Technology Fair of Iowa, with an impressive 52 students competing with 39 projects! Their success led to the school winning the most prestigious award of the event, the Claison “Clay” Groff Traveling Memorial Trophy. This award is given to the most outstanding middle school science fair program in the state! Two Central Lee projects earned the highest honors in the entire middle school competition. Drake Newton was named the Grand Champion, securing 1st place among all middle school participants. Lily Jacobs and Zoey Jones earned the title of Grand Reserve Champions, placing 2nd in the overall middle school competition. Check out the list of results here: https://5il.co/3c9f1 Way to go! 🙌

ISASP testing kicks off this week for our high school students! A healthy breakfast helps students start the day strong! Please make sure they eat at home or arrive at school in time for a hot breakfast, which is available at the regular cost. Reminder: Students should make sure they come to school with their iPads fully charged. If students are absent or late during any of the scheduled test times, they will need to complete makeup testing. Best of luck to our students! 🌟

The Annual Spring Craft/Vendor Show is happening this SATURDAY, from 9:00am to 3:00pm at Central Lee High School! The event is sponsored by our Music Department. #Proud2bCL