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Central Decatur Community School

Gibson Graham participated in the National ACDA 7-10 TTBB Honor Choir in Dallas, TX, this past week. He dedicated approximately 20 hours to rehearsing five songs, preparing to perform alongside 300 students for conference attendees and parents. The concert took place on Saturday at Meyerson Symphony Hall in downtown Dallas and played to a standing-room-only audience.

A highlight of the performance was Ragnarok, a specially composed piece for the 7-10 choir by Randall Johnson. This marked the piece’s world premiere, and it sounded incredible!

Reflecting on the experience, Gibson shared, "I had a lot of fun and learned so much."

The selection process for the honor choir was highly competitive, with over 5,000 submissions for just 1,200 spots. The Midwestern region ranked third highest in submissions among the six regions, with 620 applicants and only 322 accepted. Gibson was one of just two students from Iowa to be selected.

We are incredibly proud of Gibson for earning this prestigious honor and representing Central Decatur at such a high level! … See MoreSee Less

Central Decatur Community School

We are excited to highlight the Central Trail FFA, which boasts 112 members, including 10 out-of-school members, 76 high school students, and 26 middle school members.
These members demonstrate their pride in our chapter through active participation in agriculture classes and support for the CD Livestock Facility and CD Greenhouse. They develop valuable skills by competing in Leadership Development Events (LDE), Career Development Events (CDE), and various judging competitions throughout the year. Additionally, they share their agricultural knowledge through programs like Food for America and Agriculture Awareness Day. Their commitment to the community is evident through their involvement in events such as hosting Leon Noel, assisting at the Decatur County Fair, and volunteering at numerous other activities. These members are part of the FFA because of their passion for agriculture and their dedication to advocating for this essential industry that sustains our world.
Shown in Central Trail FFA Picture:
Ms. Rosa Sondag-Advisor, Bianca Swartz-Parliamentarian, Austin Jensen-Sentinel, Quinn Kernen-Vice President, Adeline Stone-President, Megan Young-Secretary, Cortlynn Cook-Reporter, Mrs. Ashley Dittmer-Assistant Advisor
Mason Allen, Anden Hall-Treasurer, Leighanna Bundt-Treasurer, Morgan Buckingham-Sentinel, Mildred Waugh-Secretary, Piper Teel-Treasurer, Olivia Saylor-Vice President, Jamahl Campbell, Macson Lindsey
Gus Oesch, Karmyn Teel, Madison Horton, Finley Sullivan, Lakyn Mundy, Landi Leeper, Izabelle Patterson, Jordan Dittmer, Aidyn Marvin, Lilyan Luckey, Cole Cline, Teegun Davis, Krey Hunt
Makenna Perkins, Bella Boyce, Rilee Alley, Morgan Havlik, Aubri Perkins, Lola Helton, Soiyer Smith, Taylor Leahy, Aubrey Adams, Levi Cook, Cutter Frisbie
Tommy Forkner, Bryse Auxier, Grant Oesch, Kendall Hatfield, Blaine Buckingham, Bailey Wallace, Riley Benda, Kamryn Jones, Kat Mothershead, Bailey Dittmer
Gage Hullinger, Brody Fuqua, Aiden Vargas, Cadence Smith
Not Pictured: Jeffrey Richards, Wade Hill, Lane Leeper, AJ Moore, Kaycee Boyce, Abigail Leahy, Blake Boyd, Cooper Horton, Payton Bragg, Angel Easton, Damien Easton, Renata Coria, Kason Cowden, Coby Martin, Gage Pierson, Miracle Stansbery, Braeden Thomas, Nathan Williams, Ocean Mathis, Grace Leahy, Piper Helton, Zoey Hamilton-Historian
Shown in Central Trail Middle School FFA Picture:
Avery Redman, Carter Hall, Bentley Thomas, Milo Amsberry, Luke Saylor, Layla Hanthorn
Bentley Jones, Harper Vinson, Hattie Rash, Aubreigh Henke-Noel, Gracie Richardson
Bentley Hearron, Ajae Mendenhall, Slater Keeney, Matthew Easton, Jerzee Schnick, Emery Campbell
Adrian Wilson, Kinlee Allen, Sadie Buckingham
Not Pictured: Gibson Graham, Lily Canavan, Makalia Alderman, Tucker Gregg, Myrie Henry, Jackson Ray, Natalie Nall … See MoreSee Less

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On Fridays, our kindergarten and second grade students team up to be reading buddies with each other. Through this partnership, students are becoming great mentors and increasing their reading abilities. … See MoreSee Less