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Student Life: What's Happening in School

Mr. Fiedler's Views and Classes

In Mr. Fielder’s words, he likes teaching May Term because, “It gives the kids a variety of choices to take a class with a teacher whom they might not have had during the whole year or gives them a chance to take something that might be . . . read more

"Debating" Mayterm

A question that is commonly asked is what is May Term?  It seems that May Term has gotten the stereotype of being the slack off mini semester at the end of the year for students.   However, there is more to May Term than meets . . . read more

An Insight into the Mind of Mr. Gaspar

Over the years, there has been a thing that Central Lyon High School has incorporated into its busy schedule that many see as a fun way for the students to further explore their interests. This time period at the end of the school year is . . . read more

Favorites of Mayterm

Austin Ahders- Farm Management - Learn many different opportunities to learn in life. Karmen Vogt- automated accounting -It teaches us how to use a valuable accounting program and many skills for the future Martina Peterson- Ballroom . . . read more

Home Maintenance/ Flooring Class

A hand-on class teaching a vocation is what Mr. Van Berkum offers during May term.  The students have the opportunity to restretch carpet, make seams in vinyl, and carpet.  This years' class installed carpet in a room at the high . . . read more

May Term with Mrs. Ebel

Mrs. Ebel is one of our two high school science teachers here at Central Lyon High School. During May Term this year she is teaching two sections of Navigator and two sections of Entomology. I had a chance to talk with her about her views on . . . read more

Mr. Deutsch's View's of His May Term Schedule

One of the reasons I picked decided to talk to Mr. Deutsch about his May Term schedule is because his class, Intro to Lifetime Recreation, was at the top of my list to pick for May Term. Unfortunately, the class was full before I could sign . . . read more

Mr. Langholdt's Views on Mayterm

In order to get a new view on May Term this year, I sat down and talked to Mr. Langholdt about the classes he teaches during this time of year. As a band director, Mr. Langholdt is not always teaching a full class throughout the whole year; . . . read more

Mr. Postma's Living to Learn on the Farm

Mr. Postma has taught many different classes during May Term because they have always maintained strong interest. Some of those classes are electricity, greenhouse management, service learning, landscaping, sports psychology, and different . . . read more

Mr. Wrights View's of Mayterm

It has been questioned whether or not May Term for the high school truly benefits students. This week I took a look into Mr. Wright’s classroom. I also got the chance to ask him a few questions about his thoughts of May Term and what he . . . read more

Mrs. Devitt's Mayterm Classes

I was given the opportunity to choose one teacher to interview and write an article over his/her daily schedule during May Term. I decided on Mrs. Devitt and spent some time discussing her agenda. I focused on her ACT Prep class because I am . . . read more

Mrs. Sheldon's View's of Mayterm

May Term offers a wide range of classes that aren’t available during the normal school year. I interviewed Mrs. Sheldon to see what she does during May Term and what she thinks should happen to May term. During the school year, she’s busy . . . read more

Senior Launch

At the end of the school year, high school students at Central Lyon look forward to changing their schedules for the last month because they are able to experience different classes. This May Term, there are new classes that the students and . . . read more

2012 Prom

Kyle K

Prom was held April 20 the theme was "under the sea" read more

Coke Rewards

We recently purchased some playground basketballs, soccer balls, and a web camera with our Coke reward points. I just wanted to thank everyone for contributing. The students and staff were excited about the purchases. If you have any . . . read more

Prom Setup 2012

    This year's prom theme was "Under the Sea", it was held on April 20, 2012. The juniors were in charge of setup under the supervision of Mrs. Hoppe and Mr. Eben. read more

Middle School Life

    Our students in Middle School keeping busy! They have had a fun year so far and are ready for summer! read more

Jazz Band Places 3rd in State

The Central Lyon Jazz Band earned third place at the State Jazz Competition Tuesday, April 10, in Des Moines. They competed against fourteen of the top 1A bands in the state. Outstanding soloist awards went to Kendra Schleusner, Jessica . . . read more

Fans!

By Dalton VB

We encourage fan noise and want the students and everyone attending to be loud! Fan support is very important to a team's success. We hope you will be respectful and supportive to our school's basketball and wrestling teams this seasons.  read more

Beef Bowl

by Denise Snyders

The CL-GLR football team provided an entertaining night of football while winning the 2011 annual Beef Bowl 16-14.  The last two minutes of the game forced both teams into a passing game which they each executed very well. A video of the . . . read more

May Term Fun Facts

Did you know?

by Denise Snyders

  Central Lyon held its first May term the spring of 1997. There are 69 classes offered during May term. State or federally mandated curriculum are taught during May term, including seventh and eighth grade exploratory . . . read more

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