Inside Centennial Schools
August 31, 2023
Connecting. Achieving. Preparing.
Happy New (School) Year!
We hope you enjoyed the summer break, and we can't wait to see you back in our classrooms! The District's e-news resumes; look for the electronic newsletter in your mailbox around the 1st and 15th of the month during the school year.
First day of school
September 5: Students in grades 1-6 and grade 9, and all grades at CALC and Pines School
September 6: Students in Centennial Preschool, kindergarten, and grades 7, 8 and 10-12; first-year Journey students
September 7: All Journey students
September 11: Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes begin
Welcome back, staff!
The annual convocation which kicks off the new school year for staff was held on Monday, August 28. The Centennial High School band and choir marked the start of the event and city of Circle Pines Mayor Dave Bartholomay gave the keynote. His talk focused on carrying out the Centennial tradition of academic excellence, making connections, and the lasting impact staff can have on students.
Welcome new teachers
Teachers take a team-building break at the High School
Staff throughout the district geared up for the new school year during Workshop Week, August 28-31. Centennial High School teachers took a break from meetings and participated in team-building exercises as part of their prep for the upcoming school year.
Speaker and author Joe Beckman gives inspiring talk
Joe Beckman, speaker and author, combined humor, authenticity, heart and soul in an inspiring talk for teachers focused on human connections.
Free meals for all students
Students can have one free breakfast and one free lunch each school day through the state's Free School Meals for Kids Program. Students purchasing Ala Carte items must have a positive account balance.
Although no application is required to receive the free meals, filling out the Application for Educational Benefits is still important. Your student may qualify for free and reduced benefits such as reduced fees at school. Follow the link to complete the application.
Make a difference and be a substitute in our schools!
Don’t miss this chance to get involved and make a difference in the Centennial School District! No experience necessary; training provided!
This is a great opportunity to:
- Be involved in your child’s education and help out in the schools.
- Turn your volunteer hours into extra income.
- Work a schedule that fits with your student’s schedule.
- Get paid weekly and take advantage of bonus opportunities.
Available positions:
• Substitute Teachers: To qualify, you must have bachelor’s degree with MN Teaching or Substitute License; you can obtain a Short Call License if you have a bachelor’s degree.
• Substitute Paraprofessionals: To qualify, you must have a HS Diploma/GED.
Apply at Teachers on Call, or by phone, 800-713-4439.
Substitutes are also needed for Kids Club, food service, custodial, administrative assistants, and nurses. More information can be found on the Centennial website.
Mark your calendar: CAEF golf tournament on September 8
Hope to see you at the Third Annual CAEF Golf Tournament!
Helpful website tips
Looking for the attendance form so you can report an absence? Looking for school lunch menus, announcements, and your school's calendar? Check out the Parent Hub on your school website.
A few reminders:
- Each campus has separate websites from the district! Navigate to each of the sites by clicking on the Schools dropdown menu in the top right corner.
- Navigation is a little different than our previous site. Click on the three stacked lines in the upper right-hand corner to view the main navigation. This will be consistent whether you're on a desktop or your mobile device so your navigation experience will be seamless.
- Each school has its own Parent Hub, Student Hub, and Staff Hub which are intended to be a one-stop-shop for all your go-to needs. You can look for important updates and announcements from your school in the Hubs, so be sure to bookmark the Hub page relevant to you!
Annual student information review and update
Centennial uses an online method in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal where families update annual information for students such as notifications, agreements, emergency contact information, and communication preferences, etc. This process eliminates the many beginning-of-the-year paper documents that would typically be collected during the first few weeks of school. If you haven't already completed the review, please log in to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal to review and update the data on file for you as parents/guardians as well as your students, by Friday, September 22, 2023.
Follow Centennial on Instagram!
Follow Centennial ISD 12 on Instagram for a sneak peek into Centennial Schools. #centennialproud
District Calendar
View the calendar by going to the Parent Hub of your student's school.
Important Dates to Note on the District Calendar
SEPTEMBER
September 4: No school/Labor Day
September 5: Students in grades 1-6 and grade 9, and all grades at CALC and Pines School
September 6: Students in Centennial Preschool, kindergarten, and grades 7, 8 and 10-12; first-year Journey students
September 7: All Journey students
September 11: Early Childhood Family Education (ECFE) classes begin
OCTOBER
October 9: No school for students/staff development
October 19-20: No schools/professional organizational meetings
Community Education
The Fall Activity Guide is open for registration!
Check out the fall offerings for youth and adults online.
A new session of Aquatics begins soon! The deadline to register for swim lessons is September 6 at noon. Kids will learn and develop safety and comfort in the water in addition to building confidence!
Sign-up for the Halloween Hustle!
The Halloween Hustle is a fun family 5K is a great chance to wear you best costumes and enjoy a morning stroll or jog around Centerville Elementary. There will also be alumni activities and a Trunk or Treat and Touch big truck event after the run. Proceeds will benefit the Centennial School District and the Centennial Alumni Scholarship Fund. The Halloween Hustle is held Saturday, October 28 at Centerville Elementary.
More happening soon
Sept. 6- Beginner and Intermediate Tennis Lessons (ages 5-17); Adult Group Tennis Lessons;
Middle School Cross Country (gr. 6-8)
Sept. 10- Intro to Ninja (ages 6-13)
Sept. 11- Middle School Dance (gr. 6-8); Middle School Tennis (gr. 6-8);
Strategy Games Club (gr. 6-8)
Sept. 12- Middle School Improv (gr. 6-8)
Sept. 13- Social Security Claiming Facts & Strategies (adult)
Sept. 14- First Lego League Robotics (gr. 6-8)
Sept. 15- Adult Open Volleyball
Sept. 19- Middle School Cheer-White/Recreational Team (gr. 4-8); Ultimate Outdoor Cooking (gr. 6-8)
Sept. 18- Cookies and Canvas (gr. 6-8); Kickboxing (gr. 6-8)
Centennial ISD 12
District Mission: Our Core Purpose
By providing high quality educational opportunities, emotional support, and social development, Centennial School District prepares learners for excellence in their future.
Email: info@isd12.org Website: www.isd12.org Location: 4707 North Road, Circle Pines, MN Phone: 763.792.6000