We’re excited to meet our newest learners! If you have a child turning 3 or 4 by Sept. 1, 2026, please join us at our Peek into Preschool Night! On Thursday, Feb. 5 from 5-6 p.m., we’ll have a parent presentation and time for parents and children to meet our preschool teachers.
12 days ago, Central Public Schools Communications
preschool students playing blocks together
Central Raider Wrestling at Sibley East is CANCELLED for tonight.
12 days ago, Kari Crown
As a reminder, there is no school for students on Monday, Jan. 19. Our staff members will be in attendance for a staff development day. Enjoy the weekend!
12 days ago, Central Public Schools Communications
no school, staff development day, monday, jan. 19
Real Connections > Screen Time during the high school lunch period
12 days ago, Serenity Cox
Real Connections > Screen Time during the high school lunch period
We have officially made it to the end of our second quarter! Way to go, students! Tomorrow, Friday, Jan. 16 will be an early release day.
13 days ago, Central Public Schools Communications
end of Q2, early release, friday, jan. 16
Attention parents of soon-to-be kindergarteners: Come see the Central Difference! Our newly renovated STEAM room provides hands-on learning experiences for all students.

Be sure to join us for our Kindergarten Registration Night on Thursday, Feb. 5 from 6-7 p.m.!
14 days ago, Central Public Schools Communications
kindergarten student working with robot cars in steam class
kindergarten student working with robot cars in steam class
There is a free food distribution today in NYA! Be sure to stop by City Hall over the lunch hour today - Wednesday, Jan. 14 from 12-1 p.m. All are welcome!
14 days ago, Central Public Schools Communications
free food distribution jan. 14 at noon at city hall
Mr. Fenney's Affinity group had a field trip today. Paisley Park was kind enough to grant us this opportunity for free!
16 days ago, Serenity Cox
Paisley Park
Paisley Park
Paisley Park
January is School Board Recognition Month! We’re grateful for the time and dedication that our board of education puts into serving our community. Each of our board members are committed to reaching new heights together!
16 days ago, Central Public Schools Communications
school board members standing together and smiling
Save the Date: Family Literacy Night at Central Elementary is coming up on Thursday, January 22 from 6-7 p.m. Students will play games, make a craft, eat a snack- and each child will go home with a new book! It's always a great time, so don't miss it!
19 days ago, Central Public Schools Communications
Literacy night
High school students participated in the second installment of Central Futures today, featuring a panel of military veterans. Speakers included Superintendent Tim Schochenmaier, former Central teacher Alex Rome, and Central alum David Smith. The panel shared insights on the many opportunities the military offers, potential career paths within military service, and personal stories from their deployments and military experiences.

Up next for Central Futures—our Banking, Finance, and Business panel!
19 days ago, High School
3 military veterans speak to high school students
3 military veterans speak to high school students
A military vet speaks about his experience during active duty
Do you have a child that is turning 5 before Sept. 1, 2026? Let’s get ready for kindergarten!

Save the date for our Kindergarten Registration Night on Thursday, Feb. 5 from 6-7 p.m. There will be a Parent Presentation and your child can meet our teachers!
20 days ago, Central Public Schools Communications
student and teacher looking at coloring book
student playing independently with puzzle
We hope you’ve enjoyed your Winter Break! As a reminder, classes resume Monday, Jan. 5. We look forward to seeing our students and staff!
26 days ago, Central Public Schools Communications
school resumes monday, jan. 5, central public schools
Happy New Year! Here’s to a new year full of exciting learning opportunities while reaching new heights together.
27 days ago, Central Public Schools Communications
happy new year from central public schools
During this month’s board of education meeting, the following donations were accepted from our generous community. We are incredibly grateful for the continued support of our students and staff!
- Cologne Fire Dept Relief Association, Special Education Learning Tools
- NYA Lions Club, STEAM Lego Kits
- Minneapolis Institute of Art, MIA Tour - Transportation
- MN Valley Electric, Weekend Backpack Program
- MN Valley Electric, 2nd Grade Field Trip
about 1 month ago, Central Public Schools Communications
thank you to our generous donors, central public schools
From our family to yours, we wish you the happiest holiday season! Enjoy your time with loved ones!
about 1 month ago, Kyle Noyed
happy holidays from central public schools
Our Central Futures for December was a panel of recent Central Grads! They discussed college life. Topics included; adjusting to more freedom, class loads, being on your own, finding your people and eating in the dining hall.

Stay tuned! Coming next month, Central Futures will feature a panel of Military Veterans discussing opportunities within the Armed Services.
about 1 month ago, Serenity Cox
Central Futures
Central Futures
Central Futures
Today is the last day of our first semester! Winter Break officially begins on Monday, Dec. 22 and lasts through Friday, Jan. 2. Students will return on Monday, Jan. 5. Enjoy the holiday season!
about 1 month ago, Central Public Schools Communications
no school winter break dec. 22-jan. 2, central public schools
Kicking off our winter break with some holiday cheer and hot cocoa. 💙 Enjoy winter break, relax, and make great memories. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back refreshed in the new year! ❄️
about 1 month ago, Serenity Cox
Every school needs dancing elves
very brief lull
Wishing everyone a wonderful Winter Break!
Our own personal in-house musician
Wishing everyone a wonderful Winter Break!
Wishing everyone a wonderful Winter Break!
Wishing everyone a wonderful Winter Break!
Wishing everyone a wonderful Winter Break!
Wishing everyone a wonderful Winter Break!
Their sweaters had big pockets, for snacks!
Winter Break hours at the Raider Field House are here! We hope to see you over Winter Break!

Dec. 20: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Dec. 21: 12-5 p.m.
Dec. 22: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Dec. 23: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (HS BBB At 4:30 p.m.)
Dec. 24-26: Closed
Dec. 27: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Dec. 28: 12-5 p.m.
Dec. 29-Jan. 1: Closed
Jan. 2: 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Jan. 3: Closed
Jan. 4: 12-5 p.m.
about 1 month ago, Central Public Schools Communications
raider field house winter break hours