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News from Centennial Middle School
April 26, 2024
Centennial Middle School
Website: www.isd12.org/cms
Location: 399 Elm Street, Lino Lakes, MN, USA
Phone: 763-792-5400
Dates to Remember
Monday, April 29th: B Day
- MCA Testing, Science (Grade 8)
Tuesday, April 30th: A Day
- MCA Testing, Science (Grade 8)
Wednesday, May 1st: B Day
- MCA Testing,, Science (Grade 8)
Thursday, May 2nd: A Day
- MCA Make-Up Testing, Grades 6-8
Friday, May 3rd: B Day
- MCA Make-Up Testing, Grades 6-8
Click here to view the CMS Calendar on the CMS webpage.
Middle School Families,
Now that it's almost May, we are in the home stretch of the 2023-24 school year. We want you to know that we will be doing our very best to help children be successful with their choices, as this can be a challenging time of year. Recently, you may have heard about some adjustments we made to some of the large group environments at school. One example is that we have moved back to assigned seats in the 6th grade lunch; and students are walking with staff to the lunchroom. We are seeing improvements with the hallway transition and lunchroom experience. This decision was specific to heightened energy that was not productive for students or staff. Please be aware there is a chance we will be doing the same thing with 7th and 8th grade, depending on the decisions they make after discussions we are going to have with them next week.
We would appreciate your partnership too. Please remind your child/children if they have been great, to continue to be great. If they have started to drift into anticipated challenging middle school behaviors, that there are consequences for those behaviors. We know that we have a positive and safe culture at Centennial Middle School; and we want to see that continue. Thank you for doing your part in this important partnership!
H2O for Life Annual Fundraiser
Hurry! Order your H2O for Life Apparel by April 29th!
The CMS Student Council is hosting the annual H2O for Life Fundraiser now! We are supporting a school in South Sudan this year. Our school-wide goal is $3,000. Team 702 kicked it off this winter and already raised $334.41 towards this goal.
Opportunities to help reach our goal...
- H2O for Life Apparel can be ordered here. $5-$6 per item goes directly to our fundraiser!
- 6th Grade and Teams 701 and 703 will be having a Penny War from April 24th-26th!
- 8th Grade will have a Spare Change Challenge from April 20th-May 1st!
We need to raise $2,665.59 to reach our school-wide goal! We're on our way! Thanks for supporting our 18th year of supporting H2O for Life!
Sign Up for the 8th Grade Graduation Semi-Formal Dance/Party!
Join your friends for the 8th grade party/dance at Centennial Middle School, sponsored by the CMS Student Council! Celebrate middle school memories and look forward to new memories in high school. Registration information can be found here.
When: Friday, May 17, 2024
Where: Centennial Middle School - Cafeteria
Time: 6:30--8:30pm
Students must arrange for their own transportation to and from the party. Students must be picked up at 8:30pm.
Cost:
$15 (admission and snack with beverage included)
Registration Deadline Friday, May 10, 2024, 3:00pm
$20 LATE REGISTRATION (space permitting)
Deadline Wednesday, May 15, 2024, 3:00pm
Financial assistance is available. If needed, please email Tammy Larsen at tlarsen@isd12.org.
Annual Fete des Lacs Logo Design Contest
Fete des Lacs (or the “Festival of Lakes”) is a week-long community festival in Centerville, MN. This year's Fete des Lacs will take place July 16-21. The theme this year is "Shoot for the Moon."
The annual Fete des Lacs Logo Design Contest is happening now! Students can win cash prizes for their design submissions: 1st Place $100 prize; 2nd Place $50 prize; Honorable Mention $25 prize.
Entry forms are due to Mrs. Herrick in room #E106 by May 8th! The entry form can be accessed here.
Order your 2024-2025 EduKit Now!
2024-2025 School Supply Kits
Centennial Middle School is pleased to be partnering with EduKit again this year! EduKits offer families a fast and easy option to order grade-level school supplies! These kits have been custom built to include items selected by our teachers!
The 2024-2025 School Supply Kits are ready to order now! All orders must be placed by June 18th. No late orders will be accepted.
EduKits will contain all the grade-level school supplies needed for the 2024-25 school year! EduKits will be ready to be picked up at the back-to-school Materials Drop Off Days (August 20th or 27th) or on the first day of school.
To order, scan the QR code or go to www.edukitinc.com and search "Centennial Middle School" in Lino Lakes. Check out the EduKit flyer below for prices and information.
EduKit Flyer 2024:
2023-24 Fees
Do you have some outstanding fees to pay?
Remember to check your Campus Portal account to see if you have any remaining fee balances. Fees for the 2023-24 school year need to be paid by the end of the school year. Questions? Email Tammy Larsen at tlarsen@isd12.org.
Cougar Football 8th Grade Signing Day -- April 28th!
When: Sunday, April 28th, 6 pm
Where: CHS West Gym
Who: Players and Parents/Guardians
RSVP by emailing football@isd12.org
District News
Community Education is having a Garage Sale!
Come shop this multi-family sale Saturday, April 27, 9 am-noon at Rice Lake Elementary! This is a free event. Proceeds collected from the table fees will go to the Community Education Financial Assistance Program.
Make a Difference and Substitute in our Schools! Centennial is also hiring for the 2024-25 School Year!
Don’t miss this chance to get involved and make a difference in the Centennial School District! Positions and information can be found on the Centennial website.
An “Eye-Tastic” Opportunity!
Mr. Gutbrod’s 5th grade class at Blue Heron Elementary and the Circle-Lex Lions’ Club are working together, with you, to get needed eyeglasses to people in developing countries. Send your donated eyeglasses by May 31 to Blue Heron Elementary, c/o Mr. Gutbrod’s 5th Grade Class, 405 Elm Street, Lino Lakes, MN 55014. “You can be the person to help someone get the glasses they need to have a better life.”—excerpt from an essay written by Olivia, a 5th grade student in the class.
Community Education
Don’t forget-the deadline to register for GRASP, summer academic program, is Friday, April 26!
Happening soon:
May 6- Cookies and Canvas (gr. 6-8)
May 7- Middle School Improv (gr. 6-8)
Jun. 2- Intro to Canoeing on Rice Creek (entering gr. 6-9)
Jun. 10- Cougar Basketball Camps (entering gr. 7-9)
Summer Cougar Strength (entering gr. 6-12)
Centennial Theater Presents: Snow White (entering gr. 4-12)
Jun. 13- Design Your Own T-Shirt (entering gr. 7-9)
Jun. 16- Tenicity Beginner Group Tennis (ages 5-7)
Cougar Soccer Academy (entering gr. K-7)
Jun. 17- High School Swim and Conditioning (entering gr. 7-9)
Jun. 18- Intro to Diving (ages 9-13)
Go online to view all activities and to register: www.isd12.org/community-education.
Welcome to the Digital Backpack!
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.
Reporting Student Absences
Student absence requests are submitted through Campus Parent Portal. An “Attendance Request” link will be found on the Parent Hub on your school website for easy access to the Portal and resources to assist.
The direct link can be found here: https://www.isd12.org/departments/technology/campus-attendance
Helpful links:
Parent Portal Login Assistance
For attendance reporting questions, please email Sara Verke at sverke@isd12.org.
E-Hall Passes and Early Releases
If you need to pick your child up from school before the end of the school day, please make sure you fill out an Attendance Request in Campus Parent Portal. Students will then receive an appointment pass in E-Hallpass. Please remind your child to check their E-Hallpass every hour.
Unless it's a last-minute emergency, please also give your student a reminder before they go to school if you are picking them up early. As a second scoop, you are welcome to text them if they have a cell phone, as most students check their phones between class periods and at lunch. You may also email your child using their school email address as well.
Centennial Resource Locker
The Centennial School District has compiled a wide variety of resources for our students, families, and greater community. These resources include mental health, learning and enrichment, services specific to our aging population, crisis, where to find economic assistance and much, much more. You can find these resources on our district website here.
"Week at a Glance" Links on MS Website
Schoology vs. Campus -- Parent Accounts
24/7 Free Academic Support for Students in Grade 6-12
Centennial School District has partnered with Paper to provide free, 24/7 access to 1-on-1 tutoring and writing support for students in grade 6-12. Through federal relief funds, we are able to provide additional academic support for students. Students can access this online tutor via the chat function. The app is available on student Chromebooks. For more information about Paper, click here.
Food Services Information & Menus
Click here for all Nutrition Services information, as well as lunch and breakfast menus.