Kane County Reporter

Central Community Unit School District 301, which serves parts of Kane and DeKalb counties, recently shared important updates for its students and families. The district includes several schools, such as Central High School and Prairie View Grade School, and strives to keep the community informed about various opportunities and activities.

On April 29th, the district reminded seniors that "Graduation is Around the Corner… and So Are Scholarships!" "Seniors, before you toss your cap, take time to secure some extra help for your next chapter. Scholarship Central has new opportunities waiting just for you." They encouraged seniors to apply for scholarships by sharing a link to more information.

On April 30th at 14:00 UTC, the district announced that it would have a change in schedule due to school administrative plans. "HALF DAY: Today will be an early dismissal day at Central 301 schools because of a School Improvement Day."

Later the same day, at 17:00 UTC, the district highlighted upcoming sports events involving its students. "LUNCHTIME LINEUP: A baseball battle with Jacobs and a girls lacrosse matchup with Huntley highlight today's slate on Rocket Hill."

Central Community Unit School District 301 is noted for its diverse student demographic and commitment to education, with a relatively low chronic truancy rate compared to the state average. The district is proud of its faculty, boasting an average teacher salary of $58,199 and a strong commitment to maintaining low absence levels, contributing positively to student outcomes.