The Centennial Weekly
Volume 9, Issue 24- March 10th, 2019
Centennial High School
Website: chs.burlesonisd.net
Location: 201 S Hurst Rd, Burleson, TX, United States
Phone: (817) 245-0250
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Centennial-High-School-125865467425133/
Twitter: @chsspartans
Spartan Spotlight
Parking at CHS
Please click here to view the student parking contract for CHS.
Students on Campus Prior To and After School Hours
The last class of the day ends at 4:15 p.m. Students who are not participating in a school sponsored activity or with a teacher for tutorials should exit the building and leave campus by 4:45 p.m.
Students who choose to remain in the building after hours will be asked to exit the building.
New Security Measure
Safety is our #1 priority!
Our new security system for the front entrance is now operational. If you have a child at another BISD campus, you may already be familiar with the process. Our first priority is the security of our students. For Centennial High School the following procedures for entry will take place immediately:
The front doors and bus entrance doors will unlock at 7:45 am for student arrival.
All CHS entrance doors will lock at 8:55 am.
Beginning at 8:55 am, every person who wishes to enter the CHS Campus must ring the front doorbell. Once, you ring the doorbell and the receptionist clears you, she will electronically open the door.
Students that have "1st period out" will show ID and enter through the front office. We have ensured that all of our other entrances are locked and secured during school day hours. All visitors to the campus and any student that arrives at school during the school day hours must enter building through the front main entrance.
Students have been directed to not open other exit doors for anyone during the school day.
All CHS students must have an ID on their person at all times in case of needed identification.
Thanks for your patience while we all learn and improve our new safety procedures.
Electronic Cigarette Information
Across the country, teenagers and young adults are vaping (using e-cigarettes) at an alarming rate. E-cigarette usage among teenagers has risen 900% since 2011. Although most manufacturers would have everyone believing that vaping is completely harmless, the evidence points in a different direction. The attached video link may help in dispatching some myths surrounding vaping for you and your student. Students were given an opportunity to view this video during their LOGOS time this week.
In addition, we are experiencing an increase in the numbers of students who are in possession of and using electronic cigarettes at school. It is important to know that the legal age for purchasing/possessing e-cigarettes is 18, however, no tobacco product (including electronic tobacco products) are ever legal to possess on any school property, regardless of age. Students who are in possession of any sort of tobacco product on campus will be subject to receiving a ticket from the Burleson Police Department as well as disciplinary action from the school.
Please help to ensure that all students are making healthy, safe, legal choices with regard to all tobacco products.
AP Exam Exemption Policy
The spring semester has arrived and as you know, it is a busy time. There are many events on the calendar, and AP testing is around the corner. This week students are registering online for their AP exams. If you have any questions about the process, please email Sara Pair at spair@bisdmail.net or visit our College Readiness website at https://sites.google.com/a/bisdmail.net/college-ready-chs/.
This year, any AP students who are in good academic standing and maintain good attendance will be allowed to be exempted from their final exam in the AP class, in which they register and take the AP exam. Below you will find our AP Exemption Policy for this semester.
Students who are enrolled in an AP class may be exempted from their final exam if they meet the following criteria:
Register and take the AP exam
Maintain a passing grade during the 4th through the 6th six weeks grading period.
Must be in attendance for 90% of all class days this semester.
AP Exam Registration is open now until next Friday, March 1st. No late registrations or payment will be accepted. Please see the attached information from Sara Pair for instructions on the online registration process, exam fees, payment method, and test dates. The website to register and pay for exams is:
Skyward Family Access Information
Click here for information on how to set up and customize your account as well as information on all the functions in Family Access.
Burleson Opportunity Fund
Deadline March 30:
The Burleson Opportunity Fund is a scholarship program open to all high school graduates who live or attend school in Burleson, Texas. The ultimate goal of the Burleson Opportunity Fund is to provide every high school graduate from Burleson the opportunity to attain post-secondary education.
Currently, the students of the Burleson Opportunity Fund have been eligible for up to 2 years, 100% tuition and fees scholarship to attend Hill College at Burleson. Funding is provided by many contributing partners, organizations, and individuals who are from Burleson or connect in some way.
Burleson Works
Deadline February 28:
https://burlesonoppfund.com/burleson-works/
The mission of Burleson Works is to provide an avenue for Burleson companies and citizens in our region to connect with one another to fill the skills gap in our labor market through partnerships with local and regional schools to obtain skills and certifications to gain employment in our region. Graduating seniors can apply for the following positions and will be provided training to become qualified in the field.
Machine Operator - KWS Manufacturing
Maintenance Mechanic - KWS Manufacuring
Maintenance Helper - Hayes & Stolz
Nelnet - IT Intern_Software Engineer
Groundsman-Intern - United Cooperative Services
Electrician Apprentice - Burleson Electric
Culinary Intern - McLane Classic Foods
Hydraulic Assembler - Wagner Smith
Important Information from the Nurse's Office
Below is some information regarding flu and when to stay home due to illness.
Flu Information
You may be aware that the flu is spreading throughout our community and our schools are being impacted as well. The district has seen an increase in absences because of the flu.
Often, we get confused about the symptoms of the flu and how they are different from a common cold. Quick recognition of flu symptoms will help prevent the spread of illness. Please contact your physician if you or your child exhibits any of the following:
Common symptoms of the flu include:
- High fever
- Severe headache
- Muscle and body aches
- Exhaustion
- Dry cough
Common symptoms of a common cold include:
- Stuffy nose
- Sneezing
- Sore throat
- Hacking cough
Children often have additional flu symptoms that are rare in adults, such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Should I keep my child home?
These helpful guidelines should be used to determine when your child should stay home from school due to illness:
- Fever of 100 degrees or higher in the past 24 hours- Your child needs to be free of fever for a full 24 hours without the help of fever reducing medications (such as Tylenol, Motrin or Fever-All) before sending them back to school.
- Vomiting and/or diarrhea in the past 24 hours
- - Itchy, red eyes with discharge
- Rash that has fluid or pus coming from it until treatment has been received, and a note from the doctor states that your child may return to school
- Ringworm of the scalp (until treatment has started)
- Head lice (may return after appropriate lice treatment) -Your school nurse will need to check your child’s head before he/she returns to class
- - We ask that you help us in encouraging your children to wash their hands often, use hand sanitizer, and cover their noses and mouths when they cough or sneeze. It is also helpful for your children to get plenty of sleep and to eat healthy foods-especially breakfast.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Nurse Estes
817.245.0255
Crimestoppers/Friends For Life
BISD knows that students see and hear things. A vital step in prevention is early identification of potential threats and intelligence gathering. In partnership with Tarrant County Crime Stoppers and Friends for Life, BISD provides students with a platform to submit anonymous tips. Students are encouraged to report information that is criminal, threatening, inappropriate, or potentially harmful on topics that may include:
- Bullying
- Dating violence
- Cyberbullying
- Family violence/abuse
- Gang activity
- Sexting
- Sexual harassment
- Suicidal thoughts
Students are able to anonymously submit tips through a phone app (iTunes app, Google Play app) at www.469tips.com or by calling Crime Stoppers 817-469-8477.
CHS Clubs & Organizations
College and Career Information
My name is Sara Pair and I am the College Readiness Coordinator at Centennial High School. My duties at Centennial include AP Coordinator, Dual Credit Coordinator and AVID coordinator. But most importantly, I am here to help with your College and Career needs. For this reason I have set up a link where you can book a time with me to discuss any questions you may have. I will be available most days from 8-9am for 30 minute private meetings with parents and students. I prefer to meet in person with parent(s) and student together, however, I know that everyone has a busy schedule! If you are unable to come in person, you are welcome to schedule a time through the link below for a phone meeting. If these times don’t work, please contact me by email to discuss other options. Topics include, but aren’t limited to: Scholarships, Applications, SAT/ACT/TSI, Career Advising, Financial Aid, 2 year vs. 4 year schools, etc.
CLICK HERE to schedule your time slot and I will be happy to help in any way I can.
The AVID elective applications are now open! The AVID elective is designed for students are students who are B/C average students that with additional support they can be successful in higher-level courses such as PAP, AP, dual credit, or OnRamps courses. There are several things that we take into consideration when admitting a student in our AVID Program:
Motivation, Desire and Determination! Student MUST show intrinsic motivation to achieve higher standards.
EOC and MAP Scores
Course Grades (You do not have to have straight A’s but you do have to show academic motivation through your grades)
Attendance
First in their Family to attend College
Member of a Historically Underrepresented Population in 4-year Colleges
Economically Disadvantaged
Students do not have to meet all of these requirements to apply. CLICK HERE FOR THE APPLICATION. Applications must be returned to Mrs. Pair in the College and Career Center or can be dropped off at the front office.
Student Support Counselor News
If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, please call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or text the Crisis Text Line the word HOME to 741741. Someone is there 24/7. The deaf and hard of hearing can contact the Suicide Prevention Lifeline via TTY at 1-800-799-4889.
Signs and Symptoms that someone is thinking about suicide:
(from the National Institute of Mental Health) https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/suicide-prevention/index.shtml
Talking about wanting to die or wanting to kill themselves
Talking about feeling empty, hopeless, or having no reason to live
Making a plan or looking for a way to kill themselves, such as searching online, stockpiling pills, or buying a gun
Talking about great guilt or shame
Talking about feeling trapped or feeling that there are no solutions
Feeling unbearable pain (emotional pain or physical pain)
Talking about being a burden to others
Using alcohol or drugs more often
Acting anxious or agitated
Withdrawing from family and friends
Changing eating and/or sleeping habits
Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge
Taking great risks that could lead to death, such as driving extremely fast
Talking or thinking about death often
Displaying extreme mood swings, suddenly changing from very sad to very calm or happy
Giving away important possessions
Saying goodbye to friends and family
Putting affairs in order, making a will
Senior Section
CHS Events for the Week of 3/11/2019
Monday, March 11th
- Spring Break Holiday
- Varsity Boys Soccer at Seguin - 10:00
- Varsity Girls Soccer at Seguin - 12:00
- JV Blue Baseball at Everman (DH) - 5:30
- JV White Baseball at Everman (DH) - 5:30
- Varsity Softball at Burleson - 6:00
- JV Softball at Burleson - 8:00
Tuesday, March 12th
- Spring Break Holiday
- Varsity Softball vs. Crowley at CHS - 6:00
- Varsity Baseball at Everman - 7:00
- JV Softball vs. Crowley at CHS - 8:00
Wednesday, March 13th
- Spring Break Holiday
Thursday, March 14th
- Spring Break Holiday
- Varsity Baseball vs. Everman at CHS - 1:00
Friday, March 15th
- Spring Break Holiday
- Girls Powerlifting State Meet in Waco
Saturday, March 16th
- Girls Powerlifting State Meet
- Track Meet in Southlake
- JV Blue Baseball at Colleyville Heritage - 11:00
Important Upcoming Dates
- Friday, April 5th - End 5th Six Weeks
- Monday, April 8th - Begin 6th Six Weeks
- Tuesday, April 9th - English 1 EOC Exam
- Wednesday, April 10th - Senior Panoramic Picture in the Arena - 10:45
- Thursday, April 11th - English 2 EOC Exam
- Friday, April 19th - Student/Teacher Holiday
- Monday, April 22nd - Bad Weather Make Up Day - No school
- Monday, May 6th-Friday, May 17th - AP Exams
- Monday, May 6th - Algebra 1 EOC Exam
- Tuesday, May 7th - Biology EOC Exam
- Wednesday, May 8th - U.S. History EOC Exam
- Thursday, May 16th - Honors Dinner in the Cafeteria - 5:30
- Thursday, May 16th - Senior Awards Ceremony in the Arena - 7:00
- Monday, May 20th - Senior Walk at Elementaries - 7:45
- Monday, May 20th - Senior Walk at CHS - 10:45
- Monday, May 20th - Senior Picnic - 12:00
- Monday, May 20th - Performance Excellence Awards Ceremony in the Auditorium - 6:00
- Wednesday, May 22nd-Friday, May 24th - Final Exams
- Friday, May 24th - End 6th Six Weeks/2nd Semester
- Wednesday, May 29th - Graduation at TCU - 7:00
Administration
Principal - 817.245.0259
Theressa Hertel- Secretary