Season passes are now available for purchase!
Please visit: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/centralschools
ATHLETIC ACTIVITY PASS (Non-Transferable) Sold through Vanco Events Online
Students (grades 7 - 12) FREE with online QR Code
Students (grades K - 6) $50
Single Adult $80
Please visit: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/centralschools
ATHLETIC ACTIVITY PASS (Non-Transferable) Sold through Vanco Events Online
Students (grades 7 - 12) FREE with online QR Code
Students (grades K - 6) $50
Single Adult $80
Let’s welcome a new Elementary Paraprofessional to the district!
Samoane Wagner says she chose to work at Central Public Schools because she felt so welcomed by the staff and that her favorite classes when she was a student were EC/FACS.
“My work background has mainly been healthcare, and I was looking for a change,” said Samoane. “I love working with and helping people and am so excited!”
In her free time she likes to spend time with her two kids, travel, go fishing, and gardening with the extra fun of canning all of the goodies they grow.
Welcome Samoane!
Samoane Wagner says she chose to work at Central Public Schools because she felt so welcomed by the staff and that her favorite classes when she was a student were EC/FACS.
“My work background has mainly been healthcare, and I was looking for a change,” said Samoane. “I love working with and helping people and am so excited!”
In her free time she likes to spend time with her two kids, travel, go fishing, and gardening with the extra fun of canning all of the goodies they grow.
Welcome Samoane!
Show your Raider Pride by purchasing your Homecoming 2025 T-Shirt!
To ensure we have these t-shirts in time for all the homecoming festivities, orders are due Friday, September 5th at 12:00 PM. T-shirts must be pre-ordered, NO EXTRAS will be available for purchase. No returns.
**Please note the adult shirts are Men's sizing.
https://isd108.revtrak.net/HS/#/v/homecoming-t-shirts-25-26
Let’s welcome another new special education teacher and familiar face back to the district and get to know James Foltz!
Why did you choose to work at Central Public Schools?
I went to Central and I have lived here most of my life! This is a great opportunity to serve my community and work with the children here. I have a passion for special education and can't wait to work with the staff at Central.
What led you to a career in education?
I have grown up around teachers my whole life. I am a fourth generation teacher, and I have eight current or former teachers in my family. I knew I wanted to help others, especially children. Teaching is a great way to empower and mold the minds of our youth.
What was your favorite subject when you were a K-12 student?
My favorite subjects in school were science and history.
What do you like to do for fun?
In my free time, I like to hang out with friends and family, watch sports, play golf, go on trips, swim in my pool, and play with my two little girls.
Why did you choose to work at Central Public Schools?
I went to Central and I have lived here most of my life! This is a great opportunity to serve my community and work with the children here. I have a passion for special education and can't wait to work with the staff at Central.
What led you to a career in education?
I have grown up around teachers my whole life. I am a fourth generation teacher, and I have eight current or former teachers in my family. I knew I wanted to help others, especially children. Teaching is a great way to empower and mold the minds of our youth.
What was your favorite subject when you were a K-12 student?
My favorite subjects in school were science and history.
What do you like to do for fun?
In my free time, I like to hang out with friends and family, watch sports, play golf, go on trips, swim in my pool, and play with my two little girls.
We are excited to welcome Calla Alfred to join our team as a Special Education Teacher! Let’s get to know her.
Why did you choose to work at Central Public Schools?
I chose to work at Central Public Schools because I have family in the area and wanted to teach in a smaller community. The close community aspect made me feel that Central Public Schools was the perfect fit!
What led you to a career in education?
I have always enjoyed working with children and have always had an interest in learning more about how to best reach and support all learners.
What was your favorite subject when you were a K-12 student?
My favorite subject was math. I enjoyed learning more about numbers and my math teachers were amazing.
What do you like to do for fun?
I enjoy hiking, hanging out with my nephew, baking, and family game nights.
Why did you choose to work at Central Public Schools?
I chose to work at Central Public Schools because I have family in the area and wanted to teach in a smaller community. The close community aspect made me feel that Central Public Schools was the perfect fit!
What led you to a career in education?
I have always enjoyed working with children and have always had an interest in learning more about how to best reach and support all learners.
What was your favorite subject when you were a K-12 student?
My favorite subject was math. I enjoyed learning more about numbers and my math teachers were amazing.
What do you like to do for fun?
I enjoy hiking, hanging out with my nephew, baking, and family game nights.
The Carver County Free Produce Market will run through August 20. The pick up location will be Central High School on Wednesdays from 3:30-5 p.m. Food options vary each week, everyone is welcome, and no personal information or pre-registration is required! https://findfoodcarvercounty.org/
The Class of 2027 Student Council Representatives have designed a special T-shirt for the JUNIOR CLASS to show our Raider Pride during Homecoming.
https://isd108.revtrak.net/HS/#/v/class-of-2027-shirts
If you'd like to purchase a shirt, orders will be accepted until Friday, September 5th at noon.
For any questions, please contact Student Council Advisor, Mrs. Hammers, at shammers@isd108.org.
Thank you for your support!
Tori Herrboldt is joining Central Public Schools as our general music teacher!
“Growing up, the music/band room was always a safe space for me to be myself and be creative,” said Tori. I wanted to make sure that other kids have the same safe space in school that I did to be creative and unapologetically themselves!”
In her spare time she likes to hang out with her husband and play video games and loves anything to do with sports.
Welcome Tori!
“Growing up, the music/band room was always a safe space for me to be myself and be creative,” said Tori. I wanted to make sure that other kids have the same safe space in school that I did to be creative and unapologetically themselves!”
In her spare time she likes to hang out with her husband and play video games and loves anything to do with sports.
Welcome Tori!
Lily Vinkemeier will be joining the Central Team in Early Childhood Special Education! We checked in with a few questions to get to know her a bit.
Why did you choose to work at Central Public Schools?
I enjoyed meeting everyone on the Special Education Team and felt like it was a great learning environment!
What led you to a career in education?
I worked as a paraprofessional previously, and it sparked my love for special education and working with students with unique abilities and strengths! I love being able to make a positive impact and create a safe and welcoming learning environment for them!
What was your favorite subject when you were a K-12 student?
I loved science classes!
What do you like to do for fun?
In my free time I love going to the gym, trying new coffee shops, and going boating on Lake Minnetonka!
Welcome Lily!
Why did you choose to work at Central Public Schools?
I enjoyed meeting everyone on the Special Education Team and felt like it was a great learning environment!
What led you to a career in education?
I worked as a paraprofessional previously, and it sparked my love for special education and working with students with unique abilities and strengths! I love being able to make a positive impact and create a safe and welcoming learning environment for them!
What was your favorite subject when you were a K-12 student?
I loved science classes!
What do you like to do for fun?
In my free time I love going to the gym, trying new coffee shops, and going boating on Lake Minnetonka!
Welcome Lily!
We are excited to welcome back a familiar face to the Central Public Schools team! Abby Barlow is returning as a sixth grade teacher and says she is excited to return to Central.
“I previously spent a year at Central Middle School and loved it so I wanted to come back after having my baby.”
She says that experiencing the difference that a great teacher can make inspired her to have a career in education and that her favorite subject as a student was reading. In her free time she likes to spend time with her husband and baby boy, going for walks, and finding new coffee shops and restaurants.
Welcome back Abby!
“I previously spent a year at Central Middle School and loved it so I wanted to come back after having my baby.”
She says that experiencing the difference that a great teacher can make inspired her to have a career in education and that her favorite subject as a student was reading. In her free time she likes to spend time with her husband and baby boy, going for walks, and finding new coffee shops and restaurants.
Welcome back Abby!
Fall sports registration is CLOSING on WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6 at 10:00 PM. Registrations for all high school sports will NOT be accepted after this date, so PLEASE go to isd108.revtrak.net and sign up NOW!!! (Middle school football and volleyball will remain open until August 20.)
The Carver County Free Produce Market will run through August 20. The pick up location will be Central High School on Wednesdays from 3:30-5 p.m. Food options vary each week, everyone is welcome, and no personal information or pre-registration is required! https://findfoodcarvercounty.org/
We are excited to be welcoming some new members to the Central Public Schools team this year and we want to introduce them to you over the next few weeks!
Jaron Gross will be joining our district as the 6-12 Choir Director, let’s learn more about him!
Why did you choose to work at Central Public Schools?
During my interview I could tell that both the community and administration have a strong passion and support for the music program, and that is something that I am excited to contribute to.
What led you to a career in education?
My teachers! It’s a generic answer, but a good educator can make a huge difference in a student’s life, and I want to do that for my future students!
What was your favorite subject when you were a K-12 student?
Both band and choir! I was always in the music wing, from middle school, through college. I was even the Drum Major of my college marching band!
What do you like to do for fun?
I am an avid Minnesota sports fan, for better or worse, so I love cheering on the home team with reckless abandon, even if it ends in heartbreak.
Jaron Gross will be joining our district as the 6-12 Choir Director, let’s learn more about him!
Why did you choose to work at Central Public Schools?
During my interview I could tell that both the community and administration have a strong passion and support for the music program, and that is something that I am excited to contribute to.
What led you to a career in education?
My teachers! It’s a generic answer, but a good educator can make a huge difference in a student’s life, and I want to do that for my future students!
What was your favorite subject when you were a K-12 student?
Both band and choir! I was always in the music wing, from middle school, through college. I was even the Drum Major of my college marching band!
What do you like to do for fun?
I am an avid Minnesota sports fan, for better or worse, so I love cheering on the home team with reckless abandon, even if it ends in heartbreak.
Fall Sports Meeting TONIGHT!!! All Fall athletes (in grades 7 - 12) and their parents are encouraged to join us in the auditorium TONIGHT at 6:30 for important information, schedules and meetings with the coaches!!
If your student will be participating in HS Football, HS Volleyball, Soccer or Cross Country this fall, registration will be CLOSING on WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6!! Registrations will not be accepted after that date! (MS Football and MS Volleyball will remain open until Wednesday, August 20.)
See you at NYA Music in the Park tomorrow!
The Carver County Free Produce Market will run through August 20. The pick up location will be Central High School on Wednesdays from 3:30-5 p.m. Food options vary each week, everyone is welcome, and no personal information or pre-registration is required! https://findfoodcarvercounty.org/
The Central High School Student Council is hosting a blood drive tomorrow (Wednesday, July 30) from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Central High School. Don't miss your chance to donate and support this wonderful cause!
Don't forget to register for the Love Inc. School Supply Event taking place on Friday, Aug. 15!
🎶Band students: Check out this message and request from Mr. Halpaus!🎶
We’ll be the opening act for the Stiftungsfest Pageant with a fun, laid-back pep band set. You’ll get free admission to the festival, and we’ll finish in plenty of time for anyone who wants to attend the pageant itself.
Stiftungsfest Pep Band Performance
Date: Sunday, Aug. 24
Time: 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Where: Stiftungsfest Festival Grounds
Rehearsals begin Monday, August 11 from 1-3 p.m., and will continue Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday for two weeks. I’ve scheduled these rehearsals to avoid fall sports practices and allow for maximum participation.
Incoming freshmen are especially encouraged to join; this is a great way to meet your fellow band members and get a head start before school begins!
Bonus: We’ll premiere the official Colorado 2025 Tour Video right after our first rehearsal on August 11 (around 2:30 p.m.) you won’t want to miss it!
We’ll be the opening act for the Stiftungsfest Pageant with a fun, laid-back pep band set. You’ll get free admission to the festival, and we’ll finish in plenty of time for anyone who wants to attend the pageant itself.
Stiftungsfest Pep Band Performance
Date: Sunday, Aug. 24
Time: 10:30–11:15 a.m.
Where: Stiftungsfest Festival Grounds
Rehearsals begin Monday, August 11 from 1-3 p.m., and will continue Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday for two weeks. I’ve scheduled these rehearsals to avoid fall sports practices and allow for maximum participation.
Incoming freshmen are especially encouraged to join; this is a great way to meet your fellow band members and get a head start before school begins!
Bonus: We’ll premiere the official Colorado 2025 Tour Video right after our first rehearsal on August 11 (around 2:30 p.m.) you won’t want to miss it!
Check out a few more photos from the Making Connections Summer School program! Students were able to play outside, work through activities in different subjects, visit the local library, and get creative in the STEAM room.
