CHS Weekly Community Update

#1 - Week Review

#2 - Sports Update

• April 7th - 12th Grade Cap and Gown Distribution during Lunches

• April 7th - Spring SUN Starts

• April 9th - Last Day to sign up for Free 10th grade PreACT

• April 10th - CSD MS Track Meet @ CHS

• April 11th - Free 10th Grade PreACT at CHS

• April 12th - Queer Resource Fair in CHS Cafteria from 11 AM - 3 PM

• April 23rd - April Spirit Assembly

• May 1st - CHS Spring Musical @ 7 PM

• May 2nd - Early Release at 12:10 PM for Staff Development and Report Card Prep

• May 2nd - CHS Spring Musical @ 7 PM

• May 3rd - CHS Spring Musical @ 7 PM

• May 5th - AP Testing Starts

• May 5th -9th - Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week

• May 9th - CHS Spring Musical @ 7 PM

• May 10th - CHS Spring Musical @ 2 PM & 7 PM

View All CHS Athletics at https://chseaglesathletics.org/

Dear Eagle Nation,

We had a fantastic week in Eagle Nation, full of memorable moments, meaningful learning, and reasons to celebrate!

Spring Sports Are Soaring

Our Centennial spring sports teams are continuing to shine in their competitions—thank you to everyone who has come out to support them! Special shoutout to the CHS Tennis Team for an outstanding start to their season. As league play kicks off this coming week, we encourage you to cheer on our Eagles and show your support at upcoming games (CSD Roadmap'27, Goal #3).

A Taste of the Northwest: Farm-to-School in Action
On Friday, students enjoyed a unique lunch experience thanks to our Nutrition Services Department and Farm-to-School Program. One of the lunch options featured Columbia River steelhead, glazed with a local marionberry-huckleberry sauce crafted by Oregon Hill Farms. This fish, provided by Pacific Seafood in partnership with the Colville Confederated Tribes, was sustainably farmed in Nespelem, Washington. This experience was part of our Farm-to-School initiative, which brings fresh, locally sourced foods to our cafeterias. It supports student nutrition, local economies, and agricultural partners across Oregon and Washington. It was outstanding to see many of our students try something new and embrace this opportunity (CSD Roadmap'27, Goal #2)!

Hands-On Learning in Action
Over Spring Break and into this week, CHS students participated in several enriching field trips that connect directly to our commitment to equitable access to high-quality academics. Highlights included:

• Thespian State Competition

• PSU Meet and Greet

• Blazers Game Field Trip

• Feed the Mass (REAP) Field Experience

These experiences are made possible by our dedicated staff, community partners, and the enthusiastic participation of our students. Thank you all for showing what it truly means to be an Eagle (CSD Roadmap'27, Goal #4)!

Spring SUN!
A big thank you to our CHS SUN Program, which continues to sponsor outstanding after-school opportunities. Our Spring SUN session starts on Monday, April 7, with even more clubs and activities for students to enjoy. Transportation is available via the SUN Activity Bus (CSD Roadmap 27, Goals #3 & #4).

We are proud of everything our Eagles accomplished this week. Let's carry this positive momentum into next week and continue striving for excellence.

Remember: Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle.

CHS Admin

Marin Miller - CHS Principal -marin_miller@csd28j.org

Carl Reinhold - CHS Assistant Principal -carl_reinhold@csd28j.org

Susannah Malarkey - CHS Assistant Principal -susannah_malarkey@csd28j.org

Daunte Gouge - CHS Assistant Principal/CSD Athletic Director -daunte_gouge@csd28j.org

Maurel Merette - CHS Dean of Students - maurel_merette@csd28j.org

The Oregon Department of Education (ODE) and the State Board of Education (SBE) are seeking incoming juniors and seniors to serve during the 2025–26 school year as:

• A Student Member of ODE’s Ongoing Rules Community Advisory (ORCA)

• A Student Advisor to the State Board of Education (SBE)

This is a great opportunity for students interested in education policy, leadership, and civic engagement to share their voice and help shape the future of Oregon schools.

Key Details:

• Applications are open now and reviewed on a rolling basis

• Final selections by July 31, 2025

• Service runs August 2025 – July 2026

• Monthly meetings and pre-meetings required

Eligibility:

• Current sophomores or juniors

• Interest in education policy and advocacy

• Willing to engage in collaborative discussions

• Here is the application for Student Advisor to the State Board of Education or a Student Member of the Ongoing Rules Community Advisory.

Congratulations to our CHS Student-Athletes of the Month! We are proud to recognize these outstanding athletes for their dedication, perseverance, and leadership both on and off the field.

Their commitment exemplifies CSD’s Strategic Plan – Roadmap '27, Goal #3: Centering Student Voice, Empowerment, & Leadership. Your hard work, passion, and sportsmanship inspire us all!

If you haven’t had a chance to watch a game, now is the perfect time to come out and cheer on our Eagles! Let’s show our support and Eagle pride!

Forecasting…Final Call!

Students, if you have been unable to complete your forecasting for the next academic year, it is very important that you make an appointment with your counselor this week to complete your forecasting. Drop by the Counseling Center before school, after school, or during your lunch to make an appointment.

Questions about Summer School?

More information about summer school will be available soon– keep an eye out for those announcements!

CHS SUN English classes for adults begin April 14 at Centennial High School. Classes will be held on Tuesday and Thursday.

• Beginning English Class is from 5-6 PM
• Intermediate English Class is from 6:15-7:15 PM

CHS is offering 10th graders the OPTION to take the PreACT test at school for free. This test will happen during the school day on Friday, April 11th. This is OPTIONAL, which means it is not required for 10th graders to take.

For more information about the benefits of the PreACT, see this flyer.

To sign up to take the PreACT at CHS on April 11th, have your 10th-grade student fill out this Google form.

You must sign up by Wednesday, April 9th. If you have any questions, email Mike Henderson at mike_henderson@csd28j.org.

Looking for community resources, support, and celebration? Come to the Queer Resource Fair in the Centennial High School Cafeteria on April 12th from 11 AM to 3 PM thanks to UTOPIA PDX.

Connect with local organizations, access valuable resources, and celebrate diversity in a welcoming and inclusive space. Whether you're seeking support, information, or simply want to enjoy the vibrant atmosphere, there's something for everyone.

Teacher and staff appreciation week is the first week in May. We wanted to take this time to recognize our amazing staff! Each and every one of them plays an important role in educating all our students and making CHS such a wonderful place. We greatly appreciate all the hard work and care they put into their jobs every single day. Please take a moment this next week and help us recognize all the hard-working staff here at CHS. We have the best staff around!

If you signed up to take an AP exam this year, see THIS SCHEDULE for dates and times of the exams.

• The exams will be held AT CHS.
• Please arrive at least 20 minutes before your exam is scheduled to start. Late admittance will not be allowed.
• If the exam you are taking starts at 12 pm, there is a good chance, depending on how long your exam is (see the College Board website), that your exam will run long enough to where you will miss the bus to go home from CHS after school. If this is the case for your exam, please plan to have a ride pick you up at CHS.
• More exam information will be emailed to students and families starting in mid April.

Contact Mike Henderson at mike_henderson@csd28j.org if you have any questions.

Formal Dance Visitor Agreement. All CHS Formal Dances are open to CHS students only unless accompanied by a current CHS student and approved using the Formal Dance Visitor Agreement. You can print a copy below, find it on the CHS Website, in the CHS Student Handbook on Page 31, or pick a copy up from the office. This year's CHS program forms must be turned in by May 16th.

Make sure you know all the important dates to make your Prom experience great.

April is National Arab American Heritage Month. First recognized federally in 2019 and signed into state law through Oregon House Bill 2914 in 2021, this month provides an opportunity to honor the histories, cultures, traditions, and achievements of Arab Americans in our community and throughout our country.

Each April, schools across the country celebrate School Library Month. First celebrated in 1985, School Library Month honors the contributions of school libraries and library staff to support student literacy, learning, and achievement. Thank you to all of our Centennial School Library Managers for your work in connecting our students to the critical resources offered in our school libraries!

The Clothing Closet located at CHS will be open for referrals on:

• Monday 9:30-10:30 AM
• Tuesdays: 11:25 - 12:30 and 2:30-4:30.
• Thursdays: 9:30-10:30 AM and 11:25 -12:30 PM