Urban Leadership Gets a Visit from Ako-Abdul Samad

The youth of Urban Leadership 101 had the pleasure of learning from State Legislative Representative Ako-Abdul Samad this week! Mr. Abdul-Samad taught us about the importance of defining ourselves, finding our purpose, and giving back to our community. Thank you …

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A New Offering at Central: Karaoke

It’s not just brainstorming and problem-solving that goes on here at Central Academy and Central Campus. Every Thursday there’s karaoke in the Commons, and whatever academic tension may hang in the morning air is blown away by the lunchtime songfest. Click the photo to read and see more here about a new non-academic offering at Central.

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Central Campus Teachers Recognized for Excellence

Central Campus Culinary instructor Elaine Wolf and Central Academy math instructor Brian Reece were recognized today at the Outstanding Iowa Teachers Recognition Luncheon.  Chef Wolf was recognized as an Iowa Teacher of the Year finalist.  Mr. Reece was …

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JROTC Names Cadet of the Month

Congratulations to C/SGT Ethan Johnson for being selected as the Central Campus JROTC Red Bull Cadet of the Month.  C/SGT Johnson is pictured here with Central Campus Assistant Director Julie Rosin as he receives his award.

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IESA Attends Iowa Energy Summitt

Every year IAEE seeks to produce a conference that informs and motivates its attendees. The 2013 Iowa Energy Summit provided IESA students with the opportunity to experience several areas of energy efficiency into one venue. Often those that pursue …

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FFA Students Compete at Nationals

Students of the Des Moines FFA qualified and competed at the National level in Louisville, Kentucky for the Ag Issues Forum competitive event. Students placed in the top 16 for their presentation on Iowa’s Agricultural Protection Law.

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