Patrick Podgorski Principal | Official Website
Patrick Podgorski Principal | Official Website
Central Community Unit School District 301, which encompasses areas within Kane and DeKalb counties, has shared several updates and opportunities through its official social media channels. The district serves multiple educational institutions including Central High School and Prairie Knolls Middle School. Recent communications from the district highlight community engagement initiatives and employment opportunities.
On July 7, the district reached out to alumni and community members with a message titled "Wherever life has taken you — Central is still part of your story." The post encourages individuals to share their personal journeys for potential feature in the district's publication, "In The Loop."
The following day, on July 8, another announcement was made emphasizing the diverse range of activities and events within the district. "There’s a lot to celebrate in Central 301 and we want you to see it!" reads the tweet, inviting people to join their community mailing list for updates on student highlights and special events.
Continuing with its outreach efforts, on July 9, the district announced job openings across various positions. "We’re hiring across the district — check out these opportunities!" This call encourages prospective applicants to consider joining their team to make a positive impact.
The Central Community Unit School District 301 is characterized by a diverse student body composed of 65.3 percent White, 16.5 percent Hispanic, 12.2 percent Asian, and 2.1 percent Black students according to data from the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE). The district employs approximately 280 teachers with an average salary of $58,199 before pension contributions. The expenditure per student in recent years has been reported at $19,244.