Central Jr. High School

☀️ Summer is here! ☀️

The Central Junior High office is taking a little summer pause while our team rests, recharges, and prepares for another great school year.

📅 The CJH office will reopen on July 23, 2026.

We wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe, relaxing, and fun-filled summer break. See you soon, Raiders! 🦅💙

🏀 CENTRAL JR HIGH BOYS BASKETBALL OPEN GYMS 🏀

Calling all incoming 7th & 8th grade boys attending Central Jr High — come join Coach Lathan and the Central Jr High Basketball Team this summer for open gym!

Sharpen your game while building skills in:
✅ Shooting
✅ Rebounding
✅ Ball Handling
✅ Defensive Play
✅ Teamwork
✅ Sportsmanship
✅ Basketball Fundamentals

📍 Location: Central Jr High Gym
⏰ Time: 8:30–11:30 AM
💲 Cost: FREE!

📅 Open Gym Dates:
• May 27
• May 28
• June 16
• June 18
• June 23
• June 25
• June 30

This is a great opportunity to improve your game, meet teammates, and get ready for the upcoming season!

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer for more information.

🏃‍♂️⚾🥎 Central Jr High 2026 Fall Sports Tryouts Are Here! 🥎⚾🏃‍♀️

It’s time to gear up for fall sports at Central Jr High! Check out the tryout schedule below:

📅 Baseball
July 27–29 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📅 Softball
July 29 & 30 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

📅 Cross Country
August 13 & 14 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

📍 All tryouts will be held at Central Jr High

✅ Before trying out, make sure you:
• Register online
• Have a current physical
• Pay all fees in full

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to register or click here: https://forms.gle/HCiECjmiv1HeohQH7

📧 Questions? Contact the Athletic Director at [email protected]

Good luck to all athletes—let’s make it a great season! 💪🍂

🏃‍♂️💙 CJH Cross Country Summer Warm Up is Here! 💙🏃‍♀️

Calling all incoming 6th–8th graders — get ready to kick off the season with our FREE Cross Country Summer Warm Up Camp!

Join us for a fun week of:
✅ Drills & calisthenics training
✅ Learning the fundamentals of cross country
✅ Games & team-building activities
✅ Meeting new friends & socializing

📅 August 3rd–7th
⏰ 9:00–10:00 AM
📍 Central Junior High School
1801 Central School Rd, Belleville, IL

💲 No cost to attend!

This is a great opportunity to stay active, build confidence, and get prepared for the upcoming season — whether you’re brand new to cross country or already love to run!

📲 Register today by scanning the QR code on the flyer!

Questions? Contact Coach Steigerwald:
📧 [email protected]

📚✏️ Central Junior High 2026-2027 School Supply Lists are now available!

Families can begin gathering supplies for the upcoming school year using the attached 7th and 8th grade supply lists. Please note that additional supplies may be requested by individual teachers throughout the year.

☀️ Summer Office Reminder:
The Central Junior High office will remain open through June 15. If you have questions regarding school supplies, registration, residency verification, or any other back-to-school needs, please contact the office before that date.

We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable summer. GO RAIDERS! 💙

✨ CJH Summer Cheer Clinic is HERE! ✨

Calling all incoming 7th & 8th graders who will be attending Central this fall — come join us for our Summer Cheer Clinic and get ready for tryouts in August! 📣

📅 Clinic Dates: August 3rd, 4th, 5th & 6th
⏰ Time: 5:00–7:00 PM
📍 Location: Central Main Gym
💲 Cost: $50 (can be paid the first day of camp)
👕 Includes a clinic t-shirt & bow

Participants will learn new cheer material each day, build skills, and gain valuable experience that will help prepare for August tryouts!

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up today!

We can’t wait to see our future CJH cheerleaders this summer! 💙📣

🥍 Belleville West Girls Lacrosse Summer Camp 🥍

Looking for a fun way to stay active and learn a new sport this summer? Belleville West Girls Lacrosse is hosting a Summer Camp for students from incoming 4th graders through rising freshmen!

📅 June 22–25
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 The CAVE

Whether you are brand new to lacrosse or already have experience, this camp is a great opportunity to build skills, make friends, and have fun learning the game!

Come out and join the Maroons this summer! ❤️🥍