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.
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
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!
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
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.
The Central Care Club raised and donated $380.70 to St. Jude from their annual book sale! Thank you to everyone who participated. You can continue supporting this life-saving cause year-round by dropping off gently used books at the CIS or CPS main offices.
Event & Donation Summary
Total Raised: $380.70
Beneficiary: St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Ongoing Cause: Year-round gently used book collection
Drop-off Locations
To continue supporting the cause, drop your gently used books off at either of the following Central School District 51 offices:
Central Intermediate School (CIS): 1301 Eagle Avenue, Washington, IL
Central Primary School (CPS): 1400 Newcastle Road, Washington, IL
Thank you for your continued support!
Joelle Youngman
Eighth Grade Mathematics Teacher
Central Care Club Sponsor
Introduce your child to real-world #STEM concepts this summer through exciting, hands-on challenges at @CampInvention coming to Central Intermediate School!
The all-new adventure begins June 1st and goes until June 5th. Campers (children entering grades 1-6) will team up to solve problems and discover their creative potential! Your child will design a custom paddle boat, team up with robotic capybaras, build a DIY space rocket and more.
Don’t miss out! Only 12 days left until camp starts, register today invent.org/mylocalcamp
Good luck to the following athletes as they head to State today at Eastside!
Nora B. - 1600m
Terren J. - 800m
Bentlee L. - 800m and 1600m
Mallory K., Maisy W., Whitney J., Terren J., Addison F. (alternate), and Brynley G. (alternate) - 1600m Medley Relay
Collins S., Maisy W., Elise M., Cody E., Hazel W. (alternate), and Brynley G. (alternate) - 4x100m Relay
