Inside Centennial Schools

Under the leadership of Music Teacher Mrs.Trebesch, second-grade students at Rice Lake Elementary connected with Nashville Musician Tim Halperin and performed his song, "Where the Adventure Begins" virtually. Halperin's advice to students: Have fun and smile when you sing! Enjoy the performance!

The seventh-grade concert at Centennial Middle School included some special guests. Over 40 guest musicians--parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends--were invited by students to perform with them for a portion of their concert. The band was so large, they didn't all fit on the stage! The band is led by Mrs. Ringen, instrumental music teacher.

Hennepin Theatre Trust Spotlight Showcase Awards recognize the cast and crew of The Little Mermaid with a list of honors. Through the Production Assessment process, Spotlight sends trained theater professionals and educators to watch and assess participating schools’ theater productions. Schools receive educational feedback and honors based on the merit of their show. Congratulations! (Photo credit: Melissa Carlson)

Spotlight Honors: Production

Achievement in Theatre: Honorable Mention

Overall Technical Production: Outstanding

Overall Performance: Honorable Mention

Ensemble Performance: Honorable Mention

Vocal Performance by and Ensemble: Honorable Mention

Acting Performance by an Ensemble: Honorable Mention

Overall Technical Team: Outstanding

Run Crew: Outstanding

Costume Crew: Outstanding

Sound Crew: Honorable Mention

Lighting Crew: Outstanding

Spotlight Honors: Individual

Outstanding Performance in a Lead Role: Elle Hinds

Honorable Mention in a Lead Role: Natalie Clarys

Honorable Mention in a Supporting Role: Crow Pinsonnault, Mae Ryan, Riley Eckman

Outstanding in Technical Leadership: Alyssa Carlson, Jacob Roman

Honorable Mention in Technical Leadership: Hayden Partyka, Delainey Schmitt, Luke Peterson

Congratulations to Bernie Bautch and Neil Kruse who were inducted into the Centennial Hall of Fame, Class of 2024. There were honored for their distinguished service to the district and recognized for their commitment to students and education at Centennial Schools.

Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) is a valuable program for supporting students in their college aspirations. This year marks the largest graduating AVID class where every student in the program has a post-secondary plan. This achievement reflects the success of the AVID program as well as the potential for every student to pursue higher education with the support and resources AVID offers. Congrats to our seniors! A shout out to Jersey Mike's for sponsoring the celebration for AVID students in grades 9-12!

Third grade students at Blue Heron Elementary are participating in an ABC Countdown to Summer. A shout out to parent Carolyn Adamson and her colleagues at MNDOT for stopping by the school on "E" for Engineering Day and leading a hand-on session on bridge building which incorporated STEM and engineering.

Students at Centerville Elementary loved sharing a meal with their teachers, and families presented on their cultures and traditions. The school and parents organized the evening event with a goal of finding ways of supporting children more effectively.

Congratulations to the Centennial Food Service Team, recipient of a Turnip the Beet Bronze Award by the United States Department of Agriculture for their 2023 summer food program. The program was recognized for the connections staff make by having lunch with the students who participate and encouraging healthy and positive discussions around the food served. Overall, thirty-seven programs were recognized in the Midwest region with gold, silver, and bronze awards at the virtual ceremony. The award program encourages innovation in the work to help ensure no child goes hungry during the summer months.

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.

Let’s clear the clouds at Centennial! Students, grades 6-12, can submit a 30-second PSA video to educate their peers, school, families, and the community on the dangers of vaping nicotine. PSA’s will be shown at their school, featured on the Centennial ISD 12 website, newsletters, and social media. Each member of the winning team receives a pair of Studio Beats Buds! Submission deadline is May 20. The contest is sponsored by the Centennial Wellness Committee and funded by an Anoka County Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) Grant.

Centennial's Wellness Committee promotes student and staff wellness, focuses on the prevention of and reduction of childhood obesity, and assures that school meals and other food and beverages sold, and otherwise made available on the school campus during the school day, are consistent with applicable minimum local, state, and federal standards.

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:

May 27: No school/Memorial Day

June 4: Last day of school

Follow Centennial ISD 12 on Instagram for a sneak peek into Centennial Schools. #centennialproud

Don’t miss Music on the Lake-It’s Golden this summer! Join us for free concerts at Golden Lake Park select Thursdays this summer. We’ve got a line-up that’s bigger than ever! Music on the Lake is co-sponsored by the City of Circle Pines.

Jun. 13, 7-8 pm, Centennial Community Band

Jun. 20, 7-8:30 pm, Brady Perl

Jun. 27, 6-7 pm, Family Dance Party with DJ Brett

Jul. 11, 7-8:30 pm, The Floras

Aug. 1, 7-8:30 pm, Salsa del Soul

Aug. 8, 7-8:30 pm, The Holy Rocka Rollaz

Aug. 22, 7-8:30 pm, The Revolution 5

Aug. 29, 7-8:30 pm, Stir Krazy Band

May 21: Photo Organization: Print & Digital (adult)

Jun. 2: Intro to Canoeing on Rice Creek (entering gr. 6-9); Track and Field Camp (ages 4-12); Lil Scoopers-Intro to Lacrosse (ages 4-6)

Jun. 4: Social Security Claiming Facts & Filing Strategies (adult)

Jun. 5: Acupressure & Other Tools for Women 35+ (virtual)

Jun. 6: It’s a Robot Party (entering gr. 2-6)

Jun. 10: Cougar Girls Basketball Camps (entering gr. 1-12); Exploring Cinematography (entering gr. 3-8); Minecraft Olympics (entering gr. 3-8); Summer Cougar Strength (entering gr. 6-12); Centennial Theater Presents: Snow White (entering gr. 2-9)

AND SO MUCH MORE!

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