Cub Connections-CTE
Oct. 25, 2023
News from Principal Schwartz
Dear CTE Families,
Safety and Security are always our top priority. A reminder that as part of the Centennial School District’s ongoing commitment to safety and security, the District will follow the I Love U Guys Foundation’s Standard Response Protocol (SRP) when an incident may occur in our schools such as safety issues, fire, and tornado. The protocol is based on common language shared by staff, students, and first responders.
Students and staff will practice the safety protocols throughout the school year, October - May. There are five actions—Hold, Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter—which can be performed during an incident, and with each action comes a directive.
Protocol Practices: Families will be notified by the principal/director prior to each practice. At Centennial Elementary, we will do a Hold drill on November 1st and a Secure drill on November 2nd. The students will understand these are drills. A follow up conversation at home could be beneficial.
In the event of a real situation: Families will be notified if protocols Secure, Lockdown, Evacuate, and Shelter are used in the event of a real situation. Communication will not be sent to families when the Hold protocol (a temporary hold in a classroom to keep hallways clear) is used as it typically pertains to a medical emergency or other situations when hallways or areas need to remain clear for a short period.
Helpful Links
Standard Response Protocol information can be found online on the Centennial website, and additional information can be found at I Love You Guys Foundation.
All my best,
Jen
Calendars
October
31: Unclaimed Lost & Found items donated at 4 pm
November
3: CEPO Movie Night and Butterbraid pick up 6-8 pm, Book Fair 4-8 pm (adults must accompany students)
6: No school for students
9: Book Fair 1-3 pm (students must have cash or e-Wallet set up to shop)
9: CEPO meeting 5:30 pm
23 & 24: No school
Cars Not Using Pick Up Line Procedure
Quick Links
- Lunch Menu
- Education Benefits application--filled out each school year if applicable
- Attendance Form-: Please fill out by 9 am each day your child is absent.
- CTE calendar
- Infinite Campus log in (Parent Portal)
- How to pay fees, field trips, etc. online (Parent Portal)
- IXL login
Centennial Elementary Parent Organization (CEPO)
Mark your calendars for Movie Night, Book Fair and Butter Braid Pick Ups on November 3rd, 6 - 8 PM at CTE. The movie, Shrek, starts at 6:30 in the gym and the Little Theater for those with sensory considerations. The movie, popcorn and water is FREE. Pizza will be available for purchase, and you can preorder it here. We can also use some extra volunteers. Consider signing up here. Students must be accompanied by an adult at this event.
The Scholastic Book Fair will be open on Movie Night, after school 4- 8 PM (students must be accompanied by an adult) and Thursday, Nov. 9th from 1 -3 PM. Children who wish to shop at the Book Fair on Thursday, Nov. 9th will be escorted and must have their money available via cash or e-wallet. The Book Fair can also be shopped online at Centennial Book Fair. Any purchases in person or online from November 3 - 9th benefit our school! Set up an e-wallet online for your child to use. Share the e-wallet with family and friends to contribute to your child's book fund!
Our next meeting is November 9, 5:30 – 7:00 PM in the CTE Media Center and via Zoom. Hope to see you there!
Meeting Schedule | CEPO (isd12cepo.com).
Email: teamcepo@gmail.com
Website: www.isd12.org/schools/elementary-schools/centennial-elementary
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CEPO.MN
Lost and Found
Please remind your student to check the Lost and Found area for any missing items. We have a large collection of sweatshirts and jackets in this area.
District News
Nominations for Centennial’s Hall of Fame due December 1 – Deadline has been extended
Do you know of someone who has a longstanding history of providing services of time and commitment to education? Or, do you know a Centennial graduate who has demonstrated outstanding professional accomplishments and/or has used their education to impact society? Nominations for the Class of 2024 are due November 1. More information on criteria and how to submit a nomination can be found on the Centennial website.
Reminder: Immunization Information
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, 2023. What you need to do:
- Contact your health care provider and review your student’s immunization status to make sure they are up to date.
- If you missed a required vaccination, make an appointment with a healthcare provider or local clinic as soon as possible.
- Follow up with your students’ school if they have reached out to you regarding your student’s immunization status.
- Turn in medical (must be signed by health care provider) and non-medical (must be notarized) exemption forms to your child’s school.
Visit the MDH website for vaccine schedules, exemption forms and more information including where to get free/low cost immunizations today. Please reach out to your student’s school for any questions. Please note, K-12 immunization status is available on Campus Parent Portal.
Centennial Middle School Theatre Performs “The Princess & The Pea”
Catch a performance on:
November 2 & 3: 7:00pm
November 4: 1:00pm & 5:00pm
Location: Centennial Middle School Auditorium, 399 Elm Street
Tickets: Available for purchase beginning October 16. Tickets are purchased online only; cash is not accepted at the door.
Community Education
New! Elementary Cheer Basics (gr. 1-5)
This will be a fun and energetic introduction to what the sport of cheerleading is all about! Learn about jumps, stunting, tumbling and more. Perform in the district-wide cheer show in January. Registration includes a T-shirt and bow.
Don’t miss the Centennial Middle School Theater production of the Princess and the Pea, Nov. 2-4 at CMS Auditorium. “The Princess and the Pea” is a literary fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen about a princess who is tested to see if she is worthy of being the wife of a lonely princes. Purchase tickets online now!
Happening soon:
Oct. 28- DASH Basketball Tykes (ages 2-6)
DASH Jr NBA Basketball Camp (gr. 1-4)
DASH Volleyball (gr. 1-4)
Nov. 6- DASH Multi-Sport Non-School Day Camp (gr. K-5)
Nov. 7- Conquer Ninja Rec Team (ages 6-13)
Nov. 11- Skyhawks Basketball Camp (ages 6-10)
Nov. 13- Fall Soccer Skills (gr. K-1)
Nov. 18- Painting: Labradoodle Love (ages 5-12)
Dec. 2- Breakfast with Santa (up to age 10 with adult)
Scratch and Sniff Christmas Creation (ages 4-9)
Dec. 7- Santa’s Holiday Workshop: Gingerbread House (ages 3-11 with adult)
Go online to view all offerings and to register communityed.isd12.org!
If you have questions regarding these programs, please contact the organizations directly. Browse the Digital Backpack.