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Social studies teacher Seth Brady speaks to students in a World Cultures class in 2022. Under a proposal in front of the board of education, World Cultures, along with three other social studies courses, would be removed starting in the 2026-27 school year.
Proposed course additions presented to affect PE, CTE, Fine arts and Social Studies
Emma Coneys, Arts & Entertainment Editor • April 19, 2025
Representative Janet Yang Rohr (right), speaks to a Central Times reporter at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Aug. 21. Yang Rohr recently introduced the “Right to Play” act.
Local representative introduces ‘Right to Play Act’
Jay Deegan, Editor-in-Chief • April 19, 2025
(Pictured left to right) Amanda McMillen, Charles Cush, Marc Willensky and Holly Joy Blastic were elected as District 203 School Board members in the April 1 election. McMillen and Cush are returning incumbents to the board. (Photo Credits: Marc Willensky and NCTV17)
Two incumbents keep seats as Board of Education gains two new members
Katie Gorman, Staff Writer • April 19, 2025
Social Studies teacher Robert Lugiai poses in front of an early voting location for a selfie. Lugiai was elected as part of a slate of Democrat candidates in the April 1 election. (Photo courtesy of Robert Lugiai)
Social studies teacher elected in historic Elk Grove Township race
Jay Deegan, Editor-in-Chief • April 16, 2025
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Released on March 13, “Adolescence” follows the result of a 13 year old boy, Jamie, being accused of the murder of a classmate. The plot follows him, his family, his therapist and the police as they are left asking what really happened. (Photo credit: Netflix)

Review: Inside Netflix's 'Adolescence:' A chilling look at toxic masculinity and the internet's darkest corners

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Social Studies teacher Robert Lugiai poses in front of an early voting location for a selfie. Lugiai was elected as part of a slate of Democrat candidates in the April 1 election. (Photo courtesy of Robert Lugiai)

Social studies teacher elected in historic Elk Grove Township race

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Caroline Schwartz poses for a photo at the 2nd Annual State Championship as Lane Tech's head coach. She now serves as head coach of Women’s Flag Football at Benedictine University. (Photo Credit: @BearsOutreach via X)

'It’s been a whirlwind': New coach named for upcoming girls flag football season

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Features
Scott Damge shoots photos of the crowd at a football game against Hinsdale Central on August 30, 2024. In addition to attending all types of sporting events for Central, photographer Scott Damge also shoots media day photos for students across various sports.
From the sidelines to the spotlight: The man behind the lens
Cat Squire, Correspondent • April 19, 2025
Overconsumption in Naperville: How fast fashion and social media fuel excessive buying
Overconsumption in Naperville: How fast fashion and social media fuel excessive buying
Marina Micic, Sports Editor • March 24, 2025
Student body still experiencing high rates of absenteeism and tardiness
Student body still experiencing high rates of absenteeism and tardiness
Lola Schwerha, Operations Managing Editor • March 23, 2025
Arts & Entertainment
Released on March 13, “Adolescence” follows the result of a 13 year old boy, Jamie, being accused of the murder of a classmate. The plot follows him, his family, his therapist and the police as they are left asking what really happened. (Photo credit: Netflix)
Review: Inside Netflix’s ‘Adolescence:’ A chilling look at toxic masculinity and the internet’s darkest corners
Marina Micic, Sports Editor • April 16, 2025
Sports
Caroline Schwartz poses for a photo at the 2nd Annual State Championship as Lane Tech's head coach. She now serves as head coach of Women’s Flag Football at Benedictine University. (Photo Credit: @BearsOutreach via X)
‘It’s been a whirlwind’: New coach named for upcoming girls flag football season
Charvi Alavala, Staff Writer • April 12, 2025
Senior Meredith Cann throws a ball during Central’s matchup with Lake Park on Mar. 25 at home. The Redhawks left with a loss of 4-12.
Girls softball falls to Lake Park
Katie Gorman, Staff Writer • April 11, 2025
Senior Madeleine Malinger looks to make a pass during a game against North. The Redhawks left with a score of 15-4.
Girls water polo falls to Naperville North in crosstown duel
Emma Lauzen, Staff Writer • March 27, 2025
Editorial
Editorial: Trump is no friend of the free press
Editorial: Trump is no friend of the free press
Central Times Editorial Board • March 21, 2025
Opinions
Opinion: Cliffhangers leave us desperately wanting...
Opinion: Cliffhangers leave us desperately wanting…
Vanshika Shahdadpuri, Opinions Editor • March 27, 2025
Rapper Kanye West and socialite Kim Kardashian at the Met Gala 2019. West has recently been airing his family drama over X. (Photo credit: Cosmopolitan UK via Wikimedia Commons)
Column: Kanye, lets not associate your kids with Diddy
Vanshika Shahdadpuri, Opinions Editor • March 25, 2025
Opinion: Cutting Central Times? A slap to student journalists
Opinion: Cutting Central Times? A slap to student journalists
Kate Johnson, Profiles Editor • March 24, 2025
Photography
Pumping his fist in the air, Carl Sissac, a paraprofessional at Washington Junior High School, rallies in support of NESPA on Nov. 18 in front of District 203's Public School Administration Center. "I came here to let these guys, these suits, know that they have serious people here that are willing to bend over backwards and they should be compensated for it," Sissac said. More than 100 supporters of NESPA Attended the rally.
‘We’re not invisible’: NESPA supporters rally for increased wages
Jay Deegan and Sarah Segvich • November 19, 2024
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