Inside Centennial Schools

This issue of Inside Centennial Schools is the last e-newsletter of the school year. Look for the next issue of The Observer in June and back-to-school information sent by mail in August. Enjoy the summer!

The 2024 graduates boarded buses one last time for a trip back to their elementary school where their education journey began. Students paraded through the hallways, connected with their former teachers, and made an impression on our young learners.

From the end-of-the-year preschool celebrations and kindergarten graduations, to the annual fifth grade track and field day and the eighth grade dance, these end-of-the-school-year events mark transitions and milestones.

It was a great night for making connections with our English Language Learners and their families. Students made sidewalk chalk art, had fun on the playground, and enjoyed ice cream at Golden Lake Park to celebrate the end of the school year.

Students and their families as well as staff attended American Indian Education's Fry Bread Taco Night at Golden Lake Park. Thank you for all you do for students and their families and for hosting this event!

Students are learning first-hand about the power of solar at Golden Lake Elementary. Solar panels have been installed on the roof, giving students the opportunity to learn about clean energy technology and careers, and how solar reduces the school's energy costs. The solar power production can offset 60% of daily usage in the school on a good, solar day. To date, benefits include 42,614.52 pounds of CO2 emission saved which is equivalent to planting 322 trees. The project is a partnership with Ideal Energies. Golden Lake Elementary is one of 80 schools in 45 school districts across the state to receive grants through the Minnesota Department of Commerce Solar for Schools Program.

Centennial Schools recognized all staff during the month of May for the great work they are doing every day to make a difference in the lives of students. Employment milestones were celebrated at the Employee Recognition event, and three employees are named Employee of the Year: Emily Hjelle, special education teacher and former third grade teacher at Golden Lake Elementary; Becky Weiland, instrumental music teacher at Centennial High School, and Rich Williams, technology specialist at Centennial High School. Look for a listing of the milestones in the summer issue of The Observer.

Thank you to all who supported the PowerPack program this school year! The program provides a weekend bag of breakfast items, individual meals, and snacks for school-age children (K-12) in all of our schools. Powerpack is run by volunteers and relies solely on food and monetary donations. Contact Powerpack at powerpackdistrict12@gmail.com. Learn more about the program here.

Help ensure all Centennial students are ready for back-to-school in the fall. Adopt a backpack! The cost for supplies ranges from $50-$100 or make a monetary donation at the link below. This community program is operated through Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in collaboration with the schools. More information can be found at centennialbackpack.org.

Do you know of someone who lives outside the Centennial School District boundaries and is interested in attending our schools? Open enrollment applications for the 2024-2025 school year are being accepted. Do you live in the district and have a kindergarten through grade 12 student new to Centennial next school year? Enroll today!

Space is still available in both full-day and part-day preschool classrooms for next year! Part-day classes take place at the Early Childhood Center; full-day classes are located at each elementary building. Students must be at least 4 years old to attend a full-day class, and at least 3 years old to attend a part-day class.

Make a difference in the Centennial School District and be part of our team! See the link below for available positions for the 2024-25 school year. Substitutes for the school year are also needed.

Do you know a college student that is looking for a summer job or is ready to start their career? Kids Club is looking for Assistant Site Managers and Site Managers to work in our Summer Kids Club C.A.M.P. program and potentially continue into next school year. During the summer staff plan and implement activities related to Creative Arts, Academic Enrichment, Mingling with our World (Social Emotional, cultural, community), and Physical Fitness.

• Hours: A range between 6:15am-6pm.
• Pay rates: Assistant Site Manager rate begins at $18.50/hour and $22.50/hour for Site Managers.
• Benefits and incentives: Benefits package included for those that continue into the school year, additional incentives for split shift, plus free childcare during your work hours for your students in grades PreK - 5.

Contact Molly Nelson at mnelson@isd12.org with questions.

All elementary schools, Centennial Middle School, Centennial High School, and the Centennial Area Learning Center will adjust their start time by five minutes, effective for the 2024-2025 school year. This change allows for more time between the secondary and elementary school schedules to ensure buses run on time.

2024-2025 School Day Schedule

Elementary schools: 9:22 am-3:52 pm

Centennial Middle School: 8:05 am-2:55 pm

Centennial High School and Centennial Area Learning Center: 7:55 am-2:43 pm

Summer EBT Benefit: In summer 2024, families who were approved for educational benefits for the 2023-2024 school year may receive $120 for each eligible school-aged child to buy groceries when school is out through a new program through the United States Department of Agriculture. Most families receiving benefits this school year will receive the Summer EBT funds automatically, but some parents will need to apply.

Find Free Meals on the App: You're only a click away to find free, nutritious meals for children 18 and under this summer. Download the Free Meals for Kids app on the Apple App Store on Google Play. Use the app to find the nearest meal site.

View this year's student calendar as well as the 2024-2025 calendar on the Parent Hub of your student's school.

Important Dates to Note on the District Calendar:

June 4: Last day of school

September 3: First day of school for grades 1-5, 6, 9, all grades at CALC and Pines

September 4: First day of school for pre-school, kindergarten and grades 7, 8 and 10-12

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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