Cub Connections- CTE

Dear CTE Families:

This month’s Character Strong trait is Gratitude. In honor of Native American Heritage month our second grade team created a video read aloud of the book We Are Grateful.

Check it out! LINK: Read Aloud

Take some moments to reflect with your child: What are things at school that you are grateful for? What are things at home? “Gratitude is the healthiest of all human emotions. The more you express gratitude for what you have, the more likely you will have even more to express gratitude for.” – Zig Ziglar

A HUGE SHOUT OUT to our AWESOME CEPO group that put on a wonderful Family Fun night! We had over 300 people join in the fun! I truly loved seeing all of the families and smiling students who joined us!

All my best,

Jen

November

21: Final day of Food Drive!

27: Unclaimed Lost & Found items donated at 4 pm

28 & 29: No school/Thanksgiving break

December
3: Square 1 Art orders due (online orders only)
12: CEPO Meeting Virtual Only 5:30 pm; meeting link in CEPO's section below

23rd-Jan. 1st Winter Break; students return on Thursday, Jan. 2nd

Leaving Early for Thanksgiving Break?

If your student will be leaving early before Thanksgiving Break or extending their time off after the holiday, please let us know by filling out the attendance form in your Parent Portal account now. If you need assistance with how to submit your student's attendance, please click on the link below. Thank you!

Attendance Instructions

We are in need of elementary and regular sized footballs, soccer balls, tennis balls and bouncy balls. You may drop off donations at the office. Thank you!

THANK YOU for Joining Us at Family Fun Night

We hope everyone had a great time enjoying family time at CTE!

A BIG Thank You to all of our volunteers! Without you we wouldn't be be able to provide events like this! Many thanks to Aaron Stein, Andreea Vanderby, Ann Beaupre, Yesha Miel Bumagat, Brandon & Elizabeth Bertozzi, Brian & Kristy Olson, Erin Proza, Jennifer, Jollene & Trevor Dwelis, Kimberly Hartert, Lauren Shegstad, Mallory Musker, Michelle Simons, Nick Alonzi, Summer & Trevor from the Curious Crow Company, and Yihan Sang.

Square 1 Art: Are you interested in ordering your student(s) SQ 1 Art? Please refer to the order form sent home with your student, or families may simply search for their child's art using Art Search (Click Here), and enter state, school name, and student's name. Student's art and code will appear, and they will be able to shop for different items with their child's artwork on it. Remember, SQ 1 Art is a fundraiser and a portion of every purchase supports CEPO. Orders need to be placed by December 3, 2024.

If you have any questions please contact customer care online or reach out to CEPO at TeamCEPO@gmail.com.

ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK: The 2024-2025 yearbook is now available to order. Cost is $20.00 and will be delivered at the end of the school year. Click here to order your yearbook.

Interested in helping with putting together the yearbook? Contact CEPO at teamCEPO@gmail.com.

NEXT CEPO MEETING: Thursday, Dec. 12th VIRTUAL ONLY at 5:30pm - 7:00pm. ALL are welcome to join in (Meeting link: CEPO Meeting | Microsoft Teams | Meetup-Join)

Follow CEPO on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CEPO.MN

• Login to Campus Portal for Parents and Students

• How to Submit Attendance Online

• Technology: Parent Info & Resources
  

• Account Information / Username and Password Help

• Campus Fees

Nominate a Centennial graduate or an individual who has made an impact on Centennial Schools

Visit isd12.org/get-involved/hall-of-fame for nomination information. Note: Criteria and application process have changed. Deadline: January 6, 2025.

Do you want to receive school closing and bus delay info by text?
Text “Y” or “Yes” to 67587. Families must opt in to receive Centennial text messages annually. Terms and conditions: Message frequency varies. Standard message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to cancel.

Make a Difference and 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.
  
  

Apply at teachersoncall.com; 800-713-4439 for the following 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.)

Substitutes are also needed for Kids Club, food service, custodial, administrative assistants, and nurses. More information can be found on the Centennial website.

The Winter Activity Guide opens December 4 at 8 am.

• · After School Youth Soccer
• · Cougar Cub Basketball Camp
• · Encanto Musical Theater
• · Kids Dance
• · Multiplayer Minecraft: Map Builder
• · Canvas Fun: Spring Flowers… and much more!

Join us for Open Swim select Sundays in November and December!

Open Swim will be held Nov. 17 & 24, and Dec. 1 & 15, 3-5 pm, Centennial Community Pool, Centennial High School, Door N52. The cost of Open Swim is $2/per person payable at the pool. For more information, please contact Pool Coordinator, Clare Waddell, cwaddell@isd12.org.

More happening soon:

Dec 5- Sugar Cookie Decorating (ages 10+, adult)

Dec. 7- Breakfast with Santa (ages 10 and under with adult)

Dec. 14- Santa’s Holiday Workshop: Gingerbread House Making (ages 3-11 with adult)

LED’s, Circuits & Conductivity (ages 5-12)

Dec. 27- Video Production: “Top” List Creator (gr. 3-5)(virtual)

Dec. 30- Dungeons & Dragons 101: One Shot Minecraft Adventure (gr. 2-5)(virtual)

Dec. 31- Spark Equestrian Day Camp (ages 6-12)

Go online to view all activities and to register, community.isd12.org.

Welcome to the Digital Backpack, the district’s central posting place for community flyers. If you have questions regarding these programs, please contact the organizations directly. Click HERE to browse the Digital Backpack.