Patrick Podgorski Principal | Official Website
Patrick Podgorski Principal | Official Website
Central Community Unit School District 301 has been actively sharing updates and opportunities through its social media presence, highlighting various aspects of its operations. This week, the district, which serves Kane and DeKalb counties and includes schools such as Central High School, Central Middle School, and several elementary schools, has posted about job openings, sports events, and weekly activities.
On April 23, the district communicated about employment opportunities. In a tweet titled "WORKIN’ ON WEDNESDAYS ", they mention the need for new hires: "Looking for a new opportunity in Central 301? We’re hiring for the fall and beyond — check out these open positions". Readers are encouraged to join the team and contribute to the educational community of Central 301.
The following day, on April 24, sports events took the spotlight with a post about the day's athletic schedule. Titled "LUNCHTIME LINEUP", the district shared: "Today's slate features a softball battle with the Huntley Red Raiders", indicating student engagement in competitive sports events.
A tweet from April 25 wrapped up the week's activities. With the title "FRIDAY FOCUS", the post reads, "Here’s a look at what’s happening across Central 301 this week," offering a link to further details. The tweet thanks readers for their continuous support and connection, wishing them a good weekend.
Central Community Unit School District 301, as reported by the Illinois State Board of Education, has a diverse demographic makeup of 65.3% White, 2.1% Black, 16.5% Hispanic, and 12.2% Asian students. The district employs 280 teachers, with a predominantly female staff. It reports high attendance standards with no teachers having more than 10 absences annually. Despite a chronic truancy rate of 1.9%, it remains significantly below the state average. The district's educational expenditure is substantial, amounting to $19,244 per student in 2020.