We are thrilled to announce that Jerry Junkins, a Montrose High School graduate from 1955, has been posthumously inducted into the 2023 Academic Hall of Fame.
A salutatorian of his high school class, Jerry married the class valedictorian, Sally Schevers. He graduated from Iowa State University’s electrical engineering program in 1959, where he was a member and chapter president of the Theta Xi fraternity. Upon graduation, he moved to Dallas and joined Texas Instruments while earning his master’s degree in engineering administration.
Jerry worked his way up to president, chairman, and CEO at TI; under his leadership, TI's sales doubled from $6 billion to $13 billion, and the company’s defense business earned the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award. Additionally, Jerry was a staunch advocate for education reform and helped create Head Start programs in Texas schools.
Throughout his career, Jerry was recognized by various institutions for his outstanding contributions to education. The Jerry R. Junkins Elementary School in Dallas, Texas, was named in his honor, and ISU created the endowed Jerry R. Junkins Chair position in 1996, which honors an excellent engineering professor annually.
We are honored to recognize Jerry Junkins and his outstanding contributions. He continues to inspire us all!
The Central Lee High School adopts (4) 2 mile stretches of highway in front of the Central Lee campus. Groups include Student S.O.A.R., National Honor Society and the Central Lee FFA. Students were treated to a barbecue following the event. Students were excited to volunteer to cleanup the environment in this collaborative effort. (front) L-R Wyatt Day, Nora Lampe, Julia Fraise, and Sydnie Larson. (back) Collin Schmidt, Conrad Kirchner, Lukas Clark and Caden Weber. #CTEworksforCL
We are delighted to announce Judith Burgin's induction into the 2023 Academic Hall of Fame!
Judith dedicated 38 years to Central Lee, inspiring students in both English and Spanish. Her roles extended beyond the classroom, as she advised the Spanish Club, directed the senior class play for several years, and served as a volunteer liaison for foreign exchange students. Judith studied abroad often in order to incorporate real-world experience in the classroom, encouraging her students to stretch their horizons beyond southeast Iowa.
Throughout her tenure, Judith provided her students with unique opportunities, from attending Spanish plays to achieving success in the Iowa AATSP contests held at Central College in Pella. She also organized trips to Chicago's museums and multiple trips to Mexico. Her students also gave back, tutoring younger students in Spanish and volunteering in the Salvation Army's Christmas Bucket Drive.
We are thrilled to honor Judith Burgin and her many accomplishments and service to the Central Lee community.
It's Careers in Construction Month! ⚒️ Central Lee is dedicated to ensuring our students are well-prepared for opportunities in this industry through both courses and hands-on experiences.
See what our building trades students have been working on! 🏗️
Be sure to reach out to a Central Lee High School Junior to place a pie order! Pie options are Caramel Apple ($17), Pecan Pie ($18), Pumpkin Pie ($17), and 1/2 dozen apple cider donuts ($9). Get your order placed and pies will be delivered in time for your Thanksgiving feast!
The Central Lee Art Club Hallowthanksmas Craft & Vendor Show is this Saturday from 9 am-2 pm. This event will be located at the High School in both gyms. It is your one stop shop for ALL things Holiday! Over 50 vendors, food and fun! Free will donation admission. You don't want to miss out!
Event Page:
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BEGINNING THIS WEEK: We're excited to announce the next class of Central Lee Hall of Fame inductees! Be watching this week as we begin to reveal the newest members of the Central Lee Academic, Athletic and Fine Arts Halls of Fame. #Proud2bCL
Did you know that adolescent substance use can impede brain development, undermine academic performance, and increase the risk of addiction in adulthood?
During Red Ribbon Week, we’re emphasizing the importance of a substance-free journey. We’ll continue to support our students so they can enjoy a safer, healthier future. 🌟
Several Central Lee FFA Greenhand’s(1st year FFA members) participated in a Greenhand Fire-up event held at Cedar Rapids Prairie Schools recently. The group participated in break out groups with topics in leadership, teamwork, growing as an individual, and meeting State FFA officers and district FFA officers. Front(L-R) Shaye Barbee, Brynnlie Howard, Macie Doty, Makenah Cox, Allison Gruntmeir, Sienna Riley, Julia Fraise and Nora Lampe. 2nd row- Kaden Swan, Carson Morrison, Blake Davis, Kaidin Humes, Collin Schmidt, Emery Edmondson, Wyatt Day, Luke Vanderpool, Nadia Boyer, Ivy Smith, Kayla Wenke. 3rd row— Korben Moeller, Chad Barnhardt, Kenny McFadden, Ethan Capps, Caden Crozier, Caden Weber, Parker Ellis, Zach Estrada, Ethan Moore, Max Jones, Gage VanAusdall, Brett Cook. Back row Conrad Kirchner, Jack Jenner, Lukas Crank, Baylor Ferreira, Jacob Stiffler, Gabe Young.
Today is Unity Day (otherwise known as Stop Bullying Day), and we encourage everyone to wear ORANGE to show their support. Let's send a powerful message of unity and kindness today! 🧡
Don't forget to let someone else cook during Thursday Parent Teacher Conferences! Post Prom is hosting Fat Jimmy's Food truck at the Central Lee High School parking lot from 4 pm to 8 pm. Thank you for supporting a fun and safe post prom!
Good luck to the Central Lee Cross Country Team as they travel to Williamsburg for the State Qualifying Meet on October 19th! Cost to attend is $5 per vehicle and the meet is located at the Williamsburg Sports Complex (913 Franklin Street, Williamsburg, IA 52361).
The Central Lee Ag-Ed Department/FFA has several vintage tractors which provide students valuable learning and hands-on experiences. The tractor pictured was donated and rebuilt in memory of FFA Alumni and driven in the annual Central Lee homecoming parade. (L-R) Connor Bollin, Craig Mortimer and Gavin Polhans. #CTEworksforCL
Reminder: Central Lee will play at Solon in the first round of regionals tonight with a 7pm start time. All tickets must be purchased online at https://www.gobound.com/ia/ighsau/vb/2023-24/tickets. Go Hawks!
Central Lee would like to highlight the importance of obeying school bus stop signs. Drivers: Please wait patiently until the stop sign is pulled back, the amber warning lights are off, and the bus is moving again. 🛑🚌
Thank you for helping us keep our students safe!
🗓️ Mark your calendars! Parent/Teacher Conferences will take place October 17 and October 19, from 4:00 to 8:00pm.
Please arrive a few minutes early so we can stay on schedule. Thank you! 🙂
Central Lee is proud to celebrate National School Bus Safety Week! 🚌 A huge shoutout goes to our amazing bus drivers. We appreciate their continued dedication to safety on the road. 🚸
The Central Lee JV Football Game is currently under a lightning delay. We are still scheduled to have our Senior night at 6:45pm and the Varsity game at 7:30pm. The JV game is scheduled to resume at 5:20.
🏈 Attention Central Lee Football Fans! Due to the wet conditions on campus today, there will be NO PARKING ALLOWED on the grass areas for tonight’s football game. This includes the grass around the south end zone. 🚫🌱
🚗 Parking alternatives:
1️⃣ Utilize the designated parking lots.
2️⃣ Carpool with friends or family to save on parking space.
3️⃣ Arrive early to secure a good parking spot!
We appreciate your cooperation. See you tonight!
Reminder to stop out and support CLHS Post Prom by being apart of the cash raffle. Post Prom parents will be set up at the home game tonight (10/13). Thank you for supporting a fun and safe post prom!
