The 2025-2026 PTO Calendar is here!

Central’s PTO has an exciting year ahead, with events planned for both students and families. There are countless ways to take part—whether you’re interested in joining class parties, helping with art projects, supporting fundraisers, or sharing your family’s heritage and traditions at our biannual Family Cultural Celebration Night. Let’s have a great year together!

For a full list of important dates, be sure to check out the official Riverside District 96 2025-2026 School Calendar.

August

  • August 19: Kindergarten Picnic
  • August 20: First Day of School!
  • August 22: Donut Party for Summer Reading

September

  • September 4: Parents Night
  • September 5: Family Fun Night
  • September 15: PTO General Meeting
  • September 25: Dine Out for Central at Moy Goy Inn
  • September 26: Spirit Day – wear Central gear!

October

  • October 1: Cultural Arts Program Kickoff
  • October 6: Author in Residence (Abby Regan) ‍
  • October 30: Spirit Day and Dine Out for Central at Chipotle
  • October 31: Halloween Parade and Class Parties

November

  • November 3: One Book One School Kickoff
  • November 17: PTO General Meeting
  • November 20: Spirit Day and Dine Out for Central at Portillos

December

  • December 11: Science Fair
  • December 18: Spirit Day and Dine Out for Central at Nonna’s Good Life Pizza in La Grange
  • December 19: Holiday Class Parties

January

  • January 9:  Winter Social at Flying High and Parents Night at Buckledown Brewery
  • January 26: PTO General Meeting at 6:30
  • January 29: Spirit Day and Dine Out for Central at La Barra

February

  • February 12: Valentines Day Class Party
  • February 20: Spring Spirit Wear Available
  • February 26: Spirit Day and Dine Out for Central at Mr. Submarine

March

  • March 9 – 13: Book Fair
  • March 12: Family Cultural Heritage Festival
  • March 16: PTO General Meeting at 6:30
  • March 26: Spirit Day and Dine Out for Central at White Fence Farm

April

  • April: Spring Open House
  • April 24: Spring Social at Fleetwood Roller Rink
  • April 30: Spirit Day and Dine Out for Central at Raising Canes

May

  • May 4 – 8: Teacher Appreciation Week
  • May 19: PTO General Meeting
  • May 21: Field Day
  • May 22: 5th Grade Picnic
  • May: End of Year Class Parties
  • May 28: Spirit Day and Dine Out for Central
  • May 29: Last Day of School