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== Notable Alumni ==

Central's alumni include figures of extraordinary distinction across fields. Alexander Bullock, class of 1850, served as Governor of Massachusetts. Simon Cameron was Abraham Lincoln's Secretary of War. Most notably, the school claims William Howard Taft, the 27th President of the United States and later Chief Justice, who attended briefly in his youth. Other notable alumni include numerous scientists, writers, jurists, and professionals who have achieved distinction in their fields.<ref name="central"/>

The school's alumni association, one of the oldest public school alumni organizations in the nation, maintains traditions and supports current students through scholarships and mentorship. This alumni engagement reflects pride in Central's traditions and commitment to maintaining the school's excellence for future generations.<ref name="central"/>