The Hero News

Huge congratulations to our Science Olympiad team! Eleven of our standout scholars earned top honors at the Emory University Regional competition today.

Their commitment to excellence and collaborative spirit truly paid off. We are incredibly proud of how they represented our school community. Next stop, The State Competition at UGA on April 18. Let’s keep that momentum going!

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Monday, February 23 | All scholars return to school

Attire: Uniform

Tuesday, February 24

Attire: Uniform

Wednesday, February 25

Attire: Formal Dress Uniform
Annie Junior Rehearsal 3:30 - 5:30
Wind Ensemble Rehearsal 3:00 - 5:00
Athletic Practices 3:00 - 5:00
Adventure Hour After School Club 3:45 - 4:45

Thursday, February 26

Attire: Uniform

Friday, February 27

Attire: Represent a character from your House's Sitcom
Last day to complete the lottery application. Visit our website: https://www.centennialacademycharter.org/enroll-today-clone

3/5 GMAS Night
3/16 Report Cards
3/18 Career Day
4/6 - 4/10 Spring Break

🚀 Lift-Off Challenge is HERE! 🚀
As we gear up for Georgia Milestones, our scholars are strengthening their skills and building stamina through Lift-Off Adaptive Intervention!

📅 Feb. 16 – April 20
🎯 Goal: Complete 75 minutes weekly in Lift-Off (Math and/or Science)
👟 Reward: Weekly FREE DRESS PASS for scholars
🎁 Bonus: Parents entered into a weekly gift card raffle ($50–$100!)

📚 Grades 2–8
🔐 Scholars can access Lift-Off through their Clever account

This is all about practice, consistency, and confidence as we stay on track for GMAS success. Let’s lift off together—every minute counts! 💪🏾✨

#RoadToGMAS #LiftOffChallenge #PracticePaysOff #CentennialScholars #GMASReady

📺🔥🖤 FROM LIVING ROOMS TO LEGACIES 🖤🔥📺

This Black History Month, Centennial Academy is turning UP the volume on culture, creativity, and Black excellence! Our scholars are celebrating the history, joy, and impact of Black stories that have shaped generations—from iconic leaders and movements to the sitcoms that filled our living rooms with laughter, love, and pride.

K–8 scholars are showcasing their brilliance by creating bold decorative letters honoring powerful Black figures and movements, and designing televisions that spotlight legendary Black sitcoms and the cultural legacy they’ve left behind.

This is more than a display—it’s a celebration of Black joy, Black brilliance, and Black legacy, brought to life by our scholars and shared with our community. We can’t wait for families to experience the creativity, pride, and excellence on display! 🖤💚❤️✨

📅 Join us February 27

Because at Centennial, history isn’t just learned—it’s lived, celebrated, and carried forward.

Average Daily Attendance Goal is 94%. Attendance is the number one predictor of scholar achievement and social-emotional learning.

Reporting Absences: Email scholar absences (excused or unexcused) to attendance@centennialacademycharter.org or call our Attendance Specialist, Mr. Brewer, at (404) 802-8574
Also, you may reach out to Mr. Brewer or visit the Attendance Works website for more resources and assistance with your child's attendance.

Average Daily Attendance (ADA)

August ADA: 94.5%
September ADA: 93.0%
October ADA: 93.2%
November ADA: 91.9%
December ADA: 91.1%
January ADA: 92.7%
February ADA: 92.9%
Year-to-Date ADA: 92.9%

We Need Volunteers!

Career Day is on March 18th at Centennial Academy. We would love to have you share insights about your career with our scholars. Please sign up here- https://forms.gle/FxCCKwFQPzy3Jr4v8

Upper Academy Basketball

6th & 7th Grade Basketball

Middle Academy Basketball

Hurry over to GaTech's website for more information about scholarships being offered this year! Please visit their website here! You do not have to be registered for a Summer PEAKS program to get approved for a scholarship. Scholarships are first come, first serve. A scholarship application does not guarantee a spot in that program. Apply here!

Lottery Application is Open!

Centennial Academy’s lottery application for the 2026–2027 school year is open! Help us spread the word to friends, neighbors, and relatives who are seeking a high-quality educational experience for their scholars. We encourage families who are interested in joining our school community to apply. We look forward to welcoming new families to Centennial Academy!