Hawk Place students enjoyed the weather yesterday with a field trip to Donnellson. Our career event this week was "Touch a Truck & More". Besides visiting with the operators, many were allowed to sit in the driver's seat of state trucks, a firetruck and police and sheriff vehicles. It was also a new fun experience to get in the back of an ambulance or climb in a bucket of the electric company vehicle. Besides the trucks, the kids visited the bank and the Proeneke cabin at the library. The students are alway ready for the after school snack so there was a stop at Grandma's Kitchen for a homemade treat. A refreshing slushy from Green Acres satisfied thirst on our warm spring day. We thank all the businesses and vehicle operators that participated in this week's career event.
Central Lee submitted writing pieces to the Future Problem Solving (FPS) Scenario Writing Competition. Three students placed in the top 10!
2nd: Austin Fogarty
5th: Abby Hand
6th: Aida Ward
Congratulations! Way to represent Central Lee! #Proud2bCL
Looking for something fun this weekend? Join us for a production of “Murder Mystery at the Murder Mystery!”
Performances are Saturday, April 15 at 7:30pm, and Sunday, April 16 at 2pm at Central Lee High School. It’s sure to be a fantastic show!
See the attached flyer for many resources in our area ranging from counseling to housing. So many great resources in one location!
Here are several great online workshops for parents offered by Iowa State Extension and Outreach!
This workshop would be a great resource for any child 8-15 years old to help navigate a loss in their life. It also gives them a great chance to connect with peers who have also gone through something similar.
Friendly Reminder: The Iowa Statewide Assessment of Student Progress (ISASP) testing for students in grades 3-11 will take place April 17-27. See the schedule for each building below:
Students will be assessed in reading, math, and language/writing. Students in grades 5,8 and 11 will also be tested in Science. Testing will be in person and take place in the mornings.
The purpose of the ISASP is to allow students to demonstrate what they have learned and how they are progressing. The data it provides represents one way we measure student success. As a district, we will closely examine the results as we make key decisions and ensure we are setting high expectations for student progress and achievement.
Below are some tips to help ensure your student is prepared:
✅ Make sure your student gets enough sleep the night before each test.
✅ Make sure your student has a healthy breakfast.
✅ Remind your student of the importance of taking the test seriously.
✅ Encourage your student to do their best and have a positive attitude.
✅ Explain that even though questions will be difficult and they may not know all the answers, it is important for students not to leave an answer blank.
✅ Being on time and in attendance is important for all testing.
Thank you for your partnership and encouraging students to put forth a strong effort on these assessments!
We are delighted to share the extraordinary achievements of three Central Lee High School alumni, who recently claimed national championships in their respective college sports!
Mya Merschman (Class of 2021) showcased her tremendous basketball skills at Clarke University in Dubuque and played a pivotal role in her team's victory at the 2023 NAIA Women's Basketball Championship on March 18! Her dedication and commitment to the sport have undoubtedly contributed to this monumental accomplishment. Mya averaged 8.1 points per game this year for Clarke University.
Similarly, Tiahnna Bryant (Class of 2019) and Ellie Herdrich (Class of 2022) have brought immense pride to Central Lee as they led the Central College Dance Team to its first-ever National title last weekend in Daytona, Florida. Their exceptional performance and teamwork were instrumental in this historic achievement.
Mark your calendars: April 15 is the Central Lee High School Music Boosters Mattress Fundraiser!
Stop by CLHS between 10am and 5pm to purchase a quality name-brand mattress below retail price. All proceeds go to the Music Boosters.
Support the fine arts and get a good night’s rest!
This Thursday, April 13th, Hawk Place will travel to the Lee County Fairgrounds in Donnellson for a " "Touch a Truck and More" event from 3:45 - 5:15. This is part of our career day Thursdays. The public is welcome bring children to join us and see the various vehicles up close and talk to the operators.
It’s Financial Literacy Month! Now’s a good time to highlight the importance of budgeting, money management, and financial planning. By starting at an early age, you can set yourself on a path to long-term financial success!
Here’s a resource to get the conversation started: https://www.investopedia.com/articles/younginvestors/08/eight-tips.asp
Weekly Activities April 9th - April 15th
On March 30th-31st, Central Lee Middle School had 36 projects with 47 students competing at the State Science and Engineering Fair in Ames, IA. There were approximately 390 students exhibiting 300 projects from 50 different schools across the state of Iowa. Due to weather, the awards ceremony was held via Zoom on April 5.
In seminar presentations, Central Lee Middle School had 18 projects that received honorable mention, 4 projects third place, 7 projects second place, and 2 projects received first place.
In category placings, there were 8 projects who received honorable mention, 4 projects received third place, 5 projects received second place, and 9 received first place. Allison Gruntmeir, Micah Ashmore, and Caedon Newton all received Best in Category. Caedon Newton received Junior High Reserved Champion!
33 special awards and prizes, along with over $5,725, were given to Central Lee Middle School projects!
Central Lee Middle School took home the Clay Groff Traveling Trophy for the most outstanding school!
Congratulations to ALL of the students who participated in science fair in 2023!
Today kicks off National Robotics Week, a time to recognize all the opportunities students have to learn about robotics and STEM-focused fields.
We’re proud of our Central Lee Robotics Team!
REMINDER: There is no school for Central Lee students on Friday, April 7 and Monday, April 10. We’ll see you back in school on Tuesday, April 11.
Mrs. Tweedy’s kindergarten class visited elementary classrooms this week. The purpose was to teach students and teachers some basic sign language which they can use to communicate with one of our fellow Hawks. He has a cochlear implant and hearing aids. Students and teachers will continue practicing what they've learned. You're never too young to be a leader at Central Lee Elementary!
On Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, we want to recognize the hard work of our Central Lee paraprofessionals and teaching associates, whose efforts help keep our schools running smoothly and ensure our students and educators are well supported. We truly appreciate everything they do!
Congrats to Brent Koller, Nicole Herdrich, and Angie Moore for presenting about Central Lee's work based learning program at the Iowa Work Based Learning Conference!
#Proud2bCL
On Thursday, March 30th, Central Lee High School students delivered donations to “Restock The Food Pantries” on behalf of the High School Library! The donations included personal care items from the Central Lee Cares Closet, as well as a cash donation accumulated from overdue book fines.
The high school girls track meet at Fairfield and the home soccer games vs Mid-Pairie have been cancelled for tonight.
We want to wish a very happy National School Librarian Day to our Central Lee librarians, Teneal Doty, Marge Lightfoot, and Jenny Doyle!
We appreciate all you do to encourage our students in their learning, whether they’re researching a paper or finding a new favorite book. Thank you for your amazing efforts! 📚
