
CVE Friday Flash
September 27, 2024
Mr. Macken's Message
Centerville Families,
We are excited to announce the start of our Play It Forward fundraiser, which runs from September 27 to October 11. This is our one big fundraiser of the year, and your support will help us replace playground equipment, add two tetherball systems, and fund the amazing activities, events, and opportunities that make Centerville such a special place for our students and families.
Every contribution counts, and together, we can continue creating an incredible environment for our kids to learn, play, and grow!
Please take a minute to watch the video below for details.
Thank you for your support!
Go Cougars!
Mike Macken
Dates to Remember
- Sept 27: Play It Forward Fundraiser begins
- Sept 27: Conference Sign Up Opens @ 6AM
- Oct 6: Conference Sign Up Closes @ 9PM
- Oct 7 - 11: Book Fair
- Oct 8: Parent Teacher Conferences (4PM - 8PM)
- Oct 9 or Oct 10: Kindergarten Field Trip: Centerville Fire Station
- Oct 10: Parent Teacher Conferences (4PM - 8PM)
- Oct 11: Play It Forward Fundraiser Ends
- Oct 16: 5th Grade Field Trip: CHS Music Concert (9:30AM - 11:30AM)
- Oct 17 & 18: No School: MEA Break
- Oct 24: Picture Make-Up Day (Start at 9:30AM until done)
- Oct 25: 4th Grade Field Trip: Children's Theater (9:30AM - 1:00PM
The Centerville Elementary Calendar is located on our school’s website at https://centerville.isd12.org/ under the Parent Hub. Here you will also find the 2024-2025 District Student Calendar and the 2024-2025 Elementary Student Letter Day Calendar.
Cougar Pride
- Watch our "Cougar Pride on the Playground" video with your child.
- Discuss these two questions that are focused on the 4 R’s of Respect, Responsibility, Right Choices, and Readiness.
- How do you show RESPECT on the playground?
- How do you show READINESS on the playground?
Volunteer Spotlight: Rae Miller
How or where do you like to volunteer?
I love to volunteer in the library putting away books. I also help with Picture Day. I help with Judy & Tanya for any task they need done. I also help with the CPTA with running the fall & spring Book Fairs.
Why did you decide to volunteer at Centerville?
CVE is has been a big part of both my kids lives the past 7 yrs & on my off week from work, why not volunteer! I love giving back to the staff & teachers.
What is your favorite part about volunteering?
My daughter is here and I love to see her in her environment & get some extra hugs when I see her!
Interested in volunteering? Sign up HERE!!
Centerville Parent Teacher Association (CPTA)
Donate now to our annual school fundraiser!
Play it Forward at: https://app.givebacks.gives/cveplayitforward/
Bookfair volunteer signup now open
Visit our volunteer dashboard and bookmark it. This is where you'll find all current and upcoming PTA volunteer opportunities in our school community throughout the year. We are still looking for some leaders for events this year. And we now have bookfair shift sign up open! Grab a friend and take a bookfair shift. It is so fun to help the kiddos pick out and purchase their books!
CPTA volunteer dashboard: https://signup.com/group/131877160033
Cougar Club Winners
We are so proud of the way these students show the 4 R’s every day!
Principal's Chair:
Joanna Vang
Pizza Winners
PreK
Chloe Xiong
Keegan Sawyer
Kindergarten
Eliza Fedor
Sophia Al Zehhawi
First Grade
Maddie Sayer
Tully Thompson
Second Grade
Sofiya Abdulla
Jameson Hoppe
Third Grade
Skylar Thompson
Mason Cahlander
Fourth Grade
Mason Bennett
Ludas Yang
Fifth Grade
Ethan Sindt
Owen Dunn
Prize Winners
PreK
Isla Reyes
Bear DeGoey
Kindergarten
Macky Hultgren
Cora Kvidera
First Grade
Callie Kurth
Choedhen Tharwa
Second Grade
Scarlett Beran
Lilly Irvin
Third Grade
Jaxon Lougheed
Emma Carlson
Fourth Grade
Mack Morris
Edison Moua
Fifth Grade
Nicholas Leach
Camden Noren
Summer Readers
Congratulations to these great readers who completed our Scoop Up A Book reading challenge. We are so proud of you!
Buy Your Yearbook Now!
Just a few yearbooks left at the lowest price. Don’t miss out on this memorable book! Click here to purchase.
School pictures are ready!
- To order, log in to your account on mylifetouch.com or create an account using your student's student ID number.
- All families can also log on and order a FREE Digital SmileSafe card.
- More about the Smilesafe program here.
Parent / Teacher Conferences
· Conference Dates: October 8th and 10th, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
· Registration Opens: Friday, September 27th, at 6:00 AM
· Registration Closes: Sunday, October 6th, at 9:00 PM
· How to Register: Click THIS link.
SRP Training Information
Centerville Elementary will practice the Safety Response Protocol, Fire Drill, on Monday, September 30th and a Secure Drill on Friday, October 4th. Additional safety information, including information on the protocols and guidance for families, can be found on the Centennial website. Please contact me if you have any questions.
Community Education
Happening soon:
Oct. 1- Youth Cougar Choir (gr. 3-5)
Oct. 5- DASH Sports-Themed Birthday Party (ages 5-12)
Oct. 3- Volleyball Intro Skills and Games (gr. 3)
Oct. 12- Teddy Time with KidCreate Studio (ages 3-6)
DIY Pinball Machine (ages 5-12)
Oct. 17- DASH Multi-Sport Non-School Day Camp (gr. K-5)
Oct. 18- Intensive Sewing Class (ages 8-13)
Oct. 19- 3D Printing: Dungeon & Dragon Die Design (gr. 3-5)(virtual)
Oct. 23- Skyhawks Flag Football Camp (ages 8-10)
Oct. 26- Skyhawks Pickleball Camp (ages 5-11)
Halloween Hustle 5K (all ages/family)
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.
On-site Immunization Clinic for Pre-K through Grade 12 + Journey Students
- When: October 22, 2024
- Location: District Office, 4707 North Road, Circle Pines (Door S15)
- 11:00am-1:00pm: Pre-registered High School, CALC, and Journey students only with parent consent + students, 18 years and older. (Parent/Guardian not required to attend as consent is given during registration.)
- 3:00pm-7:00pm: All students, Pre-K and up. (Pre-registration preferred, walk-ins welcome). Parent/guardian must be present unless student is 16 years or older with pre-registration completed. Students 18 years and older do not need parent/guardian to be present.
Note: This clinic is for required immunizations only. COVID-19 and flu shots are not available.
Minnesota law requires children enrolled in childcare, early childhood education, or school to be immunized against certain diseases, unless the child is medically or non-medically exempt. If proper documentation is not provided, students will be unable to attend school after November 1, 2024. Please note, K-12 immunization status is available on Campus Parent Portal.
How do I Pre-Register?
Click here to pre-register.
Free Meals/Reduced Fees and Other Benefits
Although no application is required to receive one free breakfast and lunch each day at school, filling out the Application for Educational Benefits is still important. Your student may qualify for free and reduced benefits like reduced fees at school and other meal programs. Find out if you quality by completing an application. Applications and instructions can be found online or apply online on your Infinite Capus Parent Portal.
Contact Information
Email: tbuescher@isd12.org
Website: www.isd12.org/cve
Location: 1721 Westview Street, Centerville, MN, USA
Phone: 763.792.5800