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What a year for the La Crosse Central High School Track Hawks! 🏁🏆In their very first season in the Build Moto Mentor Pro...
06/08/2026

What a year for the La Crosse Central High School Track Hawks! 🏁🏆

In their very first season in the Build Moto Mentor Program - a hands-on program that helps students build trade and life skills through motorcycle fabrication - six Central students took on an incredible challenge: transforming a Harley-Davidson X350 into a competitive flat-track race bike while spending months in the shop turning ideas into reality, solving problems together, managing a budget, documenting their work, and seeing firsthand what it takes to bring a project from concept to competition.

The results speak for themselves:

🏍️ 1st place in the Dyno Competition for gaining the most horsepower from stock
🏍️ 1st place in their heat races
🏍️ 3rd place in the main event
🏍️ 1st place in the Brewtown Rumble Mechanics Competition
🏍️ Overall winners of the 2026 BUILD Moto Cup

The experience connected students with skilled mentors, local businesses, and industry professionals who shared their time, talents, and passion. These unique opportunities help students discover new interests, build confidence, and see what’s possible for their future.

A huge thank you to teacher Doug Dammen for leading the team, mentors Aaron Nicks and Matt Schmidt for the countless hours invested in our students, Tony Ciano for teaching students wrap skills to make the bike look awesome, and Ethan and Dave Ebben for racing the bike at the Beaver Cycle Club.

We’re also grateful to Driftless AMCA, S&S Cycle, Inc., Independent Cycle and ATV, Powersports Tuning Specialist, AMCustom LLC, and Great River Harley-Davidson for supporting this inaugural season.

Congratulations to the Track Hawks on an unforgettable rookie year!

05/28/2026

Announcements
May 28th, 2026
CENTRAL RIVERHAWKS

I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

Our community's annual Juneteenth Celebration will take place on Saturday, June 20th, from 12:00-8:00 pm at Riverside Park. Come with your family for a day of food, games, activities, community booths, music, and education! Check out the flyer on the screens throughout the building to learn more!"

Congratulations to the following Central High School Boys Tennis Players:

Dane Smith: MVC Honorable Mention All-Conference
Gavin Place: MVC All-Conference Sportsmanship Award

Drake Wonderling: MVC #1 Singles Champion and Conference Player of the Year
Ian Romano: MVC #2 Singles Runner-Up and First Team All-Conference
Ryan Tschumper: MVC #3 Singles Champion and Second Team All-Conference
Henry Hanson: MVC Second Team All-Conference

Wish them luck as they all try to qualify for the WIAA Boys Tennis State Championship Tournament tomorrow at Nielsen Tennis Stadium in Madison!

Students still looking to make sure Youth Apprenticeship is part of your Junior or Senior year, it's not too late to email or see Mr. Weege! We still have placements at Le Chateau, Dick's Sporting Goods, Wags & Whiskers, Robin's Flooring Services, and more.

Attention sophomores: You can sign up now to take the PSAT/NMSQT this October. It’s optional, but a great way to prepare for the ACT and SAT and qualify for scholarships. You can still register for this test in the fall however, if you will need accommodations, please register by tomorrow, Friday, May 29th. Pick up a form in Student Services and see your counselor if you have questions. Check your email for more information.

All Art students from last semester and current semester - please pick up all of your artwork as soon as possible - NO artworks will be kept over the summer Thank-you!

Attention Juniors - If you are interested in a Senior Parking Pass for next school year, please pick up an application in the Main Office. Completed forms are due before the first day of classes to be considered for the first-quarter drawing. Again, that’s the Main Office for your senior parking application.

Did you know that Central High has a Girls Swim Team? We are looking forward to gaining new swimmers to the team for the 2026 season. Swim Team is a fall sport, and all levels of abilities are welcomed. This is an opportunity to meet new people, and be involved in a team sport for Central High School. If you have any questions, please email Coach Kapellas, [email protected].

Yearbooks - If you are not sure whether you purchased a yearbook, or if you would still like to buy one, copies are available for $60 while supplies last. Cash or check accepted. Please come to Art Room 109.

Central Cares Food Pantry - If you or your family could use some extra support, please reach out to our school social worker, Ms. Munson!

Please join us for our community’s annual Juneteenth Celebration! Bring your family and friends for a day filled with fo...
05/27/2026

Please join us for our community’s annual Juneteenth Celebration! Bring your family and friends for a day filled with food, games, activities, community booths, music, education, and more. We look forward to celebrating together!

05/27/2026

Announcements
May 27th, 2026
CENTRAL RIVERHAWKS

I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.

Our community's annual Juneteenth Celebration will take place on Saturday, June 20th, from 12:00-8:00 pm at Riverside Park. Come with your family for a day of food, games, activities, community booths, music, and education! Check out the flyer on the screens throughout the building to learn more!"

For all girls interested in playing golf in the Fall - there will be a brief meeting in Coach Buxton's room, 221 today, May 27th, at 3:15pm.

Congratulations to Sid Hooyman on qualifying for the sectional golf meet next week at Reedsburg. Sid shot a 7 over par 79 yesterday at regionals in Sparta to secure the first individual qualifier position. Good luck Sid!

Students still looking to make sure Youth Apprenticeship is part of your Junior or Senior year, it's not too late to email or see Mr. Weege! We still have placements at Le Chateau, Dick's Sporting Goods, Wags & Whiskers, Robin's Flooring Services, and more.

All students interested in cross country should attend a meeting today, Wednesday, May 27th at 3:20 in room 110. If you can't attend please see Mr. Pischke.

Attention sophomores: You can sign up now to take the PSAT/NMSQT this October. It’s optional, but a great way to prepare for the ACT and SAT and qualify for scholarships. You can still register for this test in the fall however, if you will need accommodations, please register by May 29th. Pick up a form in Student Services and see your counselor if you have questions. Check your email for more information.

All Art students from last semester and current semester - please pick up all of your artwork as soon as possible - NO artworks will be kept over the summer Thank-you!

Attention Juniors - If you are interested in a Senior Parking Pass for next school year, please pick up an application in the Main Office. Completed forms are due before the first day of classes to be considered for the first-quarter drawing. Again, that’s the Main Office for your senior parking application.

Did you know that Central High has a Girls Swim Team? We are looking forward to gaining new swimmers to the team for the 2026 season. Swim Team is a fall sport, and all levels of abilities are welcomed. This is an opportunity to meet new people, and be involved in a team sport for Central High School. If you have any questions, please email Coach Kapellas, [email protected].

Yearbooks - If you are not sure whether you purchased a yearbook, or if you would still like to buy one, copies are available for $60 while supplies last. Cash or check accepted. Please come to Art Room 109.

Central Cares Food Pantry - If you or your family could use some extra support, please reach out to our school social worker, Ms. Munson!

For 104 years, the Memorial Day Observance at La Crosse Central High School has brought students, staff, veterans, famil...
05/22/2026

For 104 years, the Memorial Day Observance at La Crosse Central High School has brought students, staff, veterans, families, and community members together to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country.

This morning, students experienced the meaning of Memorial Day through music, reflection, service, and stories from those who have served. From the Color Guard and Flag Corps to performances by the Robed Choir, Band, and Chamber Orchestra, students played an important role in carrying on one of the nation’s longest-running high school Memorial Day traditions.

We were honored to welcome keynote speaker Jennifer Schmaltz, a La Crosse native and Central graduate, who dedicated more than 20 years of service to the United States Army Nurse Corps. Schmaltz retired as a Lieutenant Colonel after serving in leadership roles across Combat Support Hospitals and Medical Centers throughout her military career.

Opportunities like this leave a lasting impact on students and staff. They help young people build empathy, gratitude, respect, and a stronger connection to their community and country. We are proud to continue a tradition that honors the fallen while helping the next generation understand the importance of service and remembrance.

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