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  • Central High School
    Principal: Jon Flynn
    1120 Main Street
    Davenport, Iowa 52803
    Phone: (563) 723-5400
    Fax: (563) 445-5952

  • Student Life

    • Awards and Honors

    Congratulations to senior catcher Nick Fleming and head varsity baseball coach Chris Cartee for being selected to participate in the Annual Iowa High School Baseball Coaches Association All-Star Series. Click here to learn more about their achievements. 

    Junior Rachel Sallis completed the Research Apprenticeship Program at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in Greensboro. Click here to learn more about her unique experience in North Carolina.

    Congratulations to students Maddison Smith and Delaney Walsh; these two dedicated senior leaders have been chosen to participate in The 2019 Town Meeting on Tomorrow Conference.  Click here to learn more about their accomplishments.

    Central and the art department would like to congratulate Victoria Young for her wins at the Iowa State Fair Youth Art Competition. Click here to learn more about her works.

    This summer, several Central cross country students had the amazing opportunity to run with Caroline Chepkoech. Click here to learn more about this unique athletic experience.

    Ms. Ebener and members of the yearbook staff as well as Introduction to Yearbook students attended a workshop on September 4th at Scott Community College’s Urban Campus lead by Walsworth Yearbooks. Click here to learn more about their experience.

    On Thursday, September 5th, Business teacher Mrs. Lafrenz  took the Computer Science Principles students to St. Ambrose for the Capture the Flag Cybersecurity Challenge. Click here to learn more about their results.

    A huge thank you to Mr. Stahl and his amazing Construction II students who  designed, built, and installed permanent shelving for CENTRAL Station. Click here to learn more about their efforts.

    Thank you to Ms. Intveld and the Central High Drama Club for their generous gift to CENTRAL Station.  Click here to learn more.

    Central sent eighteen students to a day long MVP training on Wednesday, September 4th at the ASC conducted  by Dr. Alan Heisterkamp. Click here to learn more about their work.

    A group of GEAR-UP Iowa students recently attended the screening of Personal Statement at Scott Community College.  Click here to learn more about their experience.

    On September 24th, students from Girls Learn and GSA traveled to St. Ambrose for the 12th annual War and Peace conference, sponsored by Women for Social Justice. Click here to learn more about their experience, including meeting a Nobel Peace Prize winner.

    Officials of National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced the names of approximately 16,000 Semifinalists in the 65th annual National Merit Scholarship Program, including Central’s Sarah Van Liere! Click here to learn more about her recognition. 

    Central alumnus Will McKay has been named as a semi-finalist in the Red Bull Illume photography competition. Click here to learn more about his accomplishments.

    On October 3rd, ProStart students participated in Hogtoberfest. Click here to learn more about their efforts and their cause.

    ProStart ToGo Café, with the amazing efforts of teacher Jenee Cross, completed their first lunch delivery on Friday, October 4th. Click here to learn more about their work.

    Iowa State University hosted  students from across the state for a special GEAR UP Day. Click here to learn more about their visit.

    Congratulations to Central’s Blue Illusions on their incredible performances in Cedar Rapids at the Stack the Stands competition. Click here to learn more about their events and awards. 

    On Tuesday, October 8th, several CHS students attended the 5th Annual MVP Student Leadership Summit at UNI. Click here to learn more about their experience.

    Congratulations to the art students who completed the Figge Portfolio Review. Click here to learn more about their experience. 

    Thank you to Chef Gomez and his staff at The Outing Club for hosting the DCSD CTE: Stakeholders Event. Click here to learn more about our ProStart students’ experiences.

    Davenport ProStart won first place at the Iowa Restaurant Association Master Chef Competition at the Waterfront Convention Center on October 17th. Click here to learn more about their achievements.

    Students from Davenport Central Shades of Success attended the annual Iowa Students for Tobacco Prevention (ISTEP) Summit in Ankeny. Click here to learn more about this opportunity.  

    iJAG students in Mr. Porter’s program recently spent some time with Best Buy in the classroom. Click here to learn more about Best Buy’s commitment to the Blue Devil community.

    The Central TAG Scholastic Bowl team placed 3rd in the Riverdale Invitational Tournament. Click here to learn more about this year’s team.

    Members of Central’s newspaper and yearbook staff attended the Iowa High School Press Association’s annual fall conference with Ms. Ebener and Mr. Balsar. Click here to learn more about their awards.

    Freshman Merin Crowder became the first-ever female from Davenport to qualify for the State Cross Country meet at the 5K distance! Click here to learn more about her race.

    National Art Honor Society had the opportunity to be in the Davenport Halloween parade this past Saturday! Click here to read more about this fun event. 

    Students in Mrs. Ott’s art classes were asked to create and install an outdoor sensory park for Truman Elementary School. Click here to learn more about their work.

    Congratulations goes out to the yearbook staff for receiving a “First Class Honor” rating from the National Scholastic Press Association’s annual yearbook critique. Click here to learn more about their recognition.
     
    Congratulations to the 2019 Smash Ultimate Team on their victory at State.  Click here to learn more about this remarkable team.
     
    Congratulations to freshman Merin Crowder on an outstanding performance at the State Cross Country Championships.  Click here to learn more about her results.
     
    On November 9th , Central’s Thespian Charter 2951 performed at UNI at the State Thespian Festival. Click here to learn more about their remarkable results. 
     
    Congratulations to Blue Illusions dancers on their incredible performances in the Iowa State Solo Competition held in Newton, Iowa.  Click here to learn more about their results. 
     
    iJAG teacher, Mr. Porter, and  Shades of Success sponsor, Rodney Tatum, accompanied several students the the Quad City Minority Partnership’s (QCMP) 14th Annual Youth Leadership Conference and College Fair at the University of Iowa in Iowa City. Click here to learn more about their unique experience.
     
    Congratulations to OverWatch on their State Championship title! Click here to learn more about their big win.
     
    Central would like to thank Dr. Lori McCollum, trained by former Vice President Al Gore and his Climate Reality team, for giving her time to the Blue Devil community. Click here to learn more about her visit. 
     
    Congratulations to the ladies who were named to the MAC All Conference girls swim team.  Click here to learn more about these dedicated athletes.  
     
    Thank you to the amazing Blue Devils from the Athletic and DC Leadership teams and MVP who took the time to visit Sudlow in order to introduce them to high school and prepare them for the transition as they prepare for their freshman year. Click here to learn more about their visit.  
     
    The art department would like to congratulate Brynn Weiss! Brynn won the Isabel Bloom Village in Bloom Call for High School Artist Sculpting competition. Click here to learn more about her accomplishment.
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    Congratulations to the many winners of the Festival of Trees art competition.  Click here to learn more about these artists and their work. 
     
    Ms. Campbell had the incredible opportunity to do an extension activity in her biology class with DNA.  Click here to learn more about her students and their unique opportunity.  
     
    Meet Sam McCullum, the second speaker in the “Making the World a Better Place” speaker series. Click here to learn more about his message. 
     
    Central student Chloe Logsdon was invited to participate in a round table discussion.  Click here to learn more about her experience.
     
    Congratulations to the 2019 Blackhawk yearbook staff on their awards from the American Scholastic Press Association. Click here to learn more about their achievements.
     
    Students in Mrs. Lafrenz’s class recently worked on logic gates.  Click here to learn more about their work.
     
    Mentors from John Deere recently visited Central’s iJAG classroom, taught by Mr. Porter, and held mock interviews for the students in the program. Click here to learn more about the visit.
     
    Central’s music department would like to thank Dr. Damani Philips for his inspiring visit. Click here to learn more about his presentation.
     
    Congratulations to Emarion Ellis, the Midwest Technical Institute/Delta Technical College’s Score Standout of the Week.   Click here to learn more about this honor for Emarian; click here to watch his interview. 
     
    Congratulations to our TAG History Bowl teams on their latests competition.  Click here to learn more about their results. 
     
    Congratulations to the cast and crew of Almost Maine, Central’s winter play.  The crowd was wowed during the many performances by the cast and crew’s dedication and hard work.  Great job all on another successful play season!
     
    Congratulations to Central show choirs on a great start to the season at the Davenport North competition! Click here to learn more about their competition results. 
     
    Davenport Army JROTC cadets participated in the Night to Shine event Friday, February 7th. Click here to learn more about the event.
     
    Congratulations to the Marching Blue Devils! They have been selected to perform in the 2022 London New Year’s Day Parade! Click here to learn more about this honor.
     
    The 2019 edition of Indigo Ink just received notice of several awards for the publication. Click here to learn more about their awards. 
     
    On Presidents’ Day, 12 Central students headed to Des Moines for the annual “Get On the Bus” trip.  Click here to learn more about their experiences.
     
    Ms. Sarah Van Liere was confirmed this past week as a National Merit® Finalist! Click here to learn more about this prestigious honor.
     
    Thank you to the Iowa Pork Producers, Chef Rob Levitt, DMACC, Iowa American Culinary Federation, and the Iowa Restaurant Association for inviting ProStart students to learn about the art of butchery. Students learned about meat cuts, niche farming, and respect of food source through utilizing the whole animal. 
     
    Students in Ms. Intveld’s Stagecraft and Design Class recently worked on murals with the theme “Environmental Impact. Click here to learn more about their creative works of art.
     
    Congratulation to Nathan Canfield on his 8th place finish at the State Wrestling Tournament in Des Moines. Nate’s achievement stretches the streak of place winners to 4 years in a row!  Great job ending the season on the podium!
     
    Congratulations to our State swimmers! Kyle Hopewell finished third in the 100 butterfly, earning All-American Consideration status.  The 200 freestyle relay team of Carter Sullivan, Austin Seibert, Kyle Hopewell and Wyatt Land finished 11th.  Wyatt Land finished 16th in the 100 backstroke.  The team fished 18th overall at State. Go Blue!
     
    The art department would like to congratulate Victoria Young for being selected to this year’s K-12 National Ceramics Exhibition in Richmond, Virginia! Click here to learn more about this incredible artist and honor. 

    Ezekial (Zeke)Wynsma was awarded the Quad City Engineering and Science Council Award, a $2500 scholarship. Click here to learn more about this dedicated scholar.

    The Quad City Blues JV hockey team is heading to state tournament where they will face Waterloo in their first round of play.  Click here to learn more about the team.

    Congratulations to the ProStart students who took part in the Management and Culinary Competition in the 2020 Iowa ProStart Invitational. Click here to learn more about their incredible results.

    “Just Imagine a World Without Boundaries”! This was the Optimist Oratorical Contest prompt this year. Congratulations to 5 hard-working TAG students who prepared and performed speeches.  Click here to learn more about their efforts.

    iJAg students were recently invited to visit Des Moines for Legislative Days.  Click here to learn more about their work Iowa Statehouse.

    Several Central students attended a field trip to Genesis Systems with the robotics team. Click here to learn more about their experience.

    Congratulations to Sarah Van Liere, Mia Joy Neumeyer, and Elizabeth Montes for winning the 2020 Battle of the Bridges most innovative design! Great job!

    Congratulations to Central alumna Lea Grady, named National Champion.  Click here to learn more about her accomplishment.

    Congratulations to National Honor Society and DC Leadership team on their incredible fundraiser for the U of I Children’s Hospital! Click here to learn more about their efforts.

    Congratulations to Central sophomore, Maitreyi Shrikhande, for placing THIRD in the state of Iowa in  the 2020 Letters About Literature contest from the Iowa Center for the Book. Click here to learn more about her award. 

    It has been announced that Lucas Teasdale is the recipient of the prestigious Brand Boeshaar Scholarship. Click here to learn more about his award. 

    Congratulations to Jerry Vesey on his four year Army scholarship.  Click here to learn more about his award. 

    Congratulations to the incredible art students who won awards in the Iowa All State Visual Art competition. Click here to learn more about their accomplishments.

    Central would like to congratulate senior Jennifer Mahl on being named to he Des Moines Register’s Academic All-State 2020 team. Click here to learn more about this honor. 

    Drama students, along with teacher Ms. Intveld, held a virtual interview on April, 28th with playwright John Cariani. Click here to learn more about their experience. 

    Central High School is excited to celebrate National Decision Day, which represents the Class of 2020’s traditional day to declare their post-secondary decisions. Click here to watch our Decision Day video. This year many colleges have extended that deadline and we know more exciting declarations will be announced. Today we recognize those students that have made their decisions, and wish you success with all your various endeavors. Go Blue!

    Congratulations to Mr. Balsar and the Blackhawk Online students on the many awards that they received for their work during the 2019/2020 school year! Click here to learn more.

    Central’s Macroeconomics team, mentored by AP Macroeconomics teacher Ms. Cari Johnson, took 5th place in the state of Iowa in the National Economics Challenge! Click here to learn more about their efforts.

    Congratulations to the 2019/2020 Quad City Times Salute to Scholars award recipients.  We are so proud of your achievements and applaud your commitment to excellence! Click here for a list of this year’s honorees.

    Congratulations to the April Students and and Staff of the month.  Click here to learn more about these dedicated students and educators. 

    Congratulations to all of the Blue Devils who are continuing their athletic careers at the collegiate level.  We are so proud of you and wish you well as you continue your academic and athletic journeys.  Click here to watch the Davenport Central High School Senior Signing Day video, hosted by our athletic director, Mr. Kevin Petersen. 

    The Blue Devil community would like to congratulate the Class of 2020 on their achievements  during their academic careers in Davenport Community Schools. Click here to watch our virtual awards ceremony, Central High School 45th Annual Student Academic Awards and Scholarship Program. We wish you all the best as you continue on your path to greatness.

    Congratulations to the 2020 Brand Boeshaar scholarship winners! Click here to learn more about these talented art scholars.