It’s important for students, families and motorists alike to understand the importance of school bus safety!
Here are some tips we should all keep in mind to ensure we protect the safety of ourselves and those around us when riding on or driving near buses: https://www.nhtsa.gov/road-safety/school-bus-safety
Don't forget! Parent-Teacher Conferences are Tuesday and Thursday this week (October 19th and 21st) from 4 - 8 p.m.
Congratulations to the 2021 Marching Hawks on earning a Division 1 rating at the IHSMA State Marching Band Festival in Davenport. The students have worked extremely hard this year to represent the Central Lee School District around the region in the best way. Thank you to all of the chaperones, pit crew members, trailer drivers, bus drivers, for helping our students put their show on the field each week.
West Burlington will be using Varsity Bound for online tickets for Monday's regional volleyball game and will not be accepting cash at the gate. The link to purchasing below.
https://ia.varsitybound.com/sports/vb/2021-22/tickets
Macy Watkins, Senior at Central Lee High School competed in an essay competition through Next Gen Personal Finance. Macy played the PAYBACK Game and then responded to the following prompt. “How will your college decision-making change because of the pandemic?”
Next Gen sponsored the competition for any Junior or Senior across the country. Selected winners shared a $75,000 college scholarship. Although Macy’s essay was not selected as a winner, it was very well written and is shown below.
After playing PAYBACK from Next Gen Personal Finance, I have a much better understanding of what to expect in college. PAYBACK has shown me that my decisions in college have a very strong impact on my future. Because COVID-19 has impacted how college will be for many students, I have decided that when I am looking for classes, I will also look to see what the school's protocols are in case the campus gets shut down. Also because of this pandemic, I will consider the costs of room and board as well depending on what may happen if I am sent back home. COVID-19 has changed the way that classes can be taught, and I want to make sure that I am making the best financial and educational decisions in order to receive a well-rounded education and be able to not accrue as much student loan debt while in college. While I am in the process of searching for colleges, I will make sure that I am being practical and saving as much as I can while still being able to be with my friends and family. During college, I will focus on my studies, spend time making lifelong connections with friends, have fun with my friends, and save money for life after college. PAYBACK has made it very clear that I need to use my time very wisely while balancing a well-maintained lifestyle throughout college. I now know that I need to make wise decisions before and during my college experience.
#Proud2bCL #CTEworksforCL
Please click the link for important Middle School Conference information.
https://www.smore.com/q4ewk
Tonight is Senior Night for students participating in Football, Cross Country, Cheer, and Band! Come out and support the Hawks to help make this a night for them to remember.
Senior Night will take place following the JV Football game at approximately 6:45 pm. Students and Parents involved need to meet on the northwest end of the track at 6:20 pm.
Go Hawks!
Central Lee High School students invite you to wear your green on Friday, October 15 in memory of one of our own- Zephan Abel. We cherish the memories.
Central Lee Winter Sports Apparel is available online!
https://centralleewinterstore2021.itemorder.com/
Support the team in style with hoodies, t-shirts, pullovers, polos and more! Order now!
(Store closes on October 28th)
Come support the CLHS Post Prom Committee's Grill Night. This Friday, October 15th we will have pork loin, hamburgers, hotdogs, and desserts available for sale starting at 5:00 pm near the concession stand. Thank you for your support!
While in her fourth year enrolled in Agricultural Education classes and completing SCC concurrent enrollment classes here at Central Lee, Chyane Davidson is applying skills in the workplace. Chyane is enrolled in our Work-Based Learning class through the Career and College Readiness Program. As a part of the experience, she is working in the agriculture field at Donnellson Elevator. She is preparing to transition from her experiences here, to college, and onto a career in agriculture. #CTEworksforCL
NHS celebrated with a Back-To-School Kick-Off Picnic. The event was held during the first week of school at the Donnellson Ballparks. NHS members enjoyed pizza, chips, and ladder golf. #Proud2bCL. #CL_NHS_Rocks!
Central Lee will be having a celebration of agriculture in Lee County with a Farm Strong Night at the football game on Friday. Join us starting at 5:00 for tailgate games, Ag trivia, and prizes!
Central Lee Athletics and Fine Arts programs cannot operate without the support of our business and community sponsors. For the past several years, Pilot Grove Savings Bank has been a prominent supporter of Central Lee athletics and fine arts programming. Superintendent Dr. Andy Crozier, Athletic Director Wes McGraw, and Music Director Tracy Madsen are pleased to accept a $1,000 donation for the athletic program and a $1,000 donation for the fine arts program from Pilot Grove Savings Bank.
On behalf of the Central Lee Community School District, we would like to thank Pilot Grove Savings Bank for their continued financial support of our district. We are proud to have such great community sponsors in our district. Together, we continue to work on making a better tomorrow for our students.
Pictured are Dr. Andy Crozier (Superintendent), Tracy Madsen (Music Director), Matt Morrison (PGSB), Jordan Kramer (PGSB), Wes McGraw (Activities Director), and Steve Jones (PGSB).
Senior night success! Central Lee volleyball defeats Holy Trinity 3-1! #Proud2bCL
Central Lee Holiday Craft Show on Saturday, October 23, sponsored by Central Lee Impluse Dance Team, is looking for vendors! Contact Coach Nelson today to save your spot!
Volleyball will have a start time of 5pm tonight vs West Hancock.
William Hayes, 8th grader at Central Lee, was recently selected for participation in the 35th annual Opus Honor Choir Festival. Over 2100 students auditioned and were nominated by their directors for 720 positions in the four Opus Honor Choirs. Selections were made by means of a recorded audition. Guest conductor of the 7th & 8th Grade Bass Clef Honor Choir will be David Fog, retired. The 2021 Opus Honor Choirs will perform at 4:00 pm November 18th in CY Stephens Auditorium in the Iowa State Center in Ames. The Opus Honor Choir Festival is made possible by the Iowa Choral Directors Association, Inc.
Central Lee alumna Kelsey Hammer-Parks won an Upper Midwest Regional Emmy over the weekend!
She was honored for a documentary series she helped produce in partnership with WOI-TV, focused on the stories of vulnerable Iowans after the 2020 derecho. Congratulations, Kelsey!
Hands on learning is the name of the game in the Carpentry program. In the Walls and Ceiling class students get hands on experience hanging and finishing drywall. This is just one of the stops students take along their Carpentry Pathway to a career. #CTEworksforCL
