CSD Weekly Update

Dear Centennial Students, Families and Staff,

It was an exciting week in Centennial as we welcomed back 5,400 students to our hallways and classrooms! Seeing the smiling faces of students and staff reminds us why our work matters, and as I visited each of our schools and talked with students and staff, it is evident there is much to be proud of, and so much opportunity ahead in this new school year.

Preparing for a successful start to the school year is a collective effort; it takes an entire team working in unison to successfully open a district for students, and I want to honor the many efforts of our employees. First, a special thank you to our facilities department for all their hard work cleaning our schools and preparing our grounds for the arrival of students and staff. Our schools are beautifully maintained, all because of the pride these folks take in their work. I want to recognize the efforts of our administrative assistants and our building and central office administrators for a phenomenal job scheduling, ensuring that supplies were delivered, planning staff development, hiring and orienting staff, and preparing for the start of the year. I also want to acknowledge the dedication of our food service personnel, our coaches and band directors for their time and dedication, and our bus drivers who work to transport students safely to and from school. While there are always adjustments that need to be made at the start of a new year, we will continue to diligently address and resolve those issues, and we thank you for your patience and understanding. Finally, I want to thank our faculty and staff for their enthusiasm and dedication to their craft. Every employee in our district plays an integral role in making Centennial a special place for students to learn and grow, and we appreciate the tremendous support from our community.

Before I close, I do need to let you know that the safety and security of our students, both physical and emotional, will always be our highest priority. While we are blessed and thankful for such a positive start to our year, the same is not true for all. Sadly, our nation was impacted by a senseless, horrific act of violence against children this week in Minneapolis. No parent, family, or school should ever have to endure something like this, and we mourn with those families and their school community. Moments like this are a reminder to remain vigilant and proactive, and to cherish our families and our connections. As a district, we will remain steadfast in doing everything in our control to care for our children, and for each other, to ensure the safety of students and staff.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in the Centennial School District. It is our privilege to work with you and for you to provide students with a phenomenal education, and the opportunity it affords. Enjoy the long weekend, and we look forward to seeing everyone on Tuesday.

Sincerely,

Abe Lucabaugh, Ed.D.

Superintendent

We want to provide you with an important update regarding our transportation system.

As you may be aware, the School District’s Transportation Department recently experienced technical difficulties with the Skyward portal’s routing system. Our team worked diligently throughout the week to resolve the issue.

We’re happy to report that the Skyward portal (accessible through ClassLink Family Access) is now functional, and accurate bus routing information is available for you to view.

The 2025–2026 school year is officially here, and Centennial School District is thrilled to welcome our students, families, and staff back to our schools! The first day was filled with excitement, new opportunities, and the promise of growth. We are eager to see what this year holds for our students!

Our dedicated teachers and staff have been hard at work preparing classrooms and lessons to ensure a strong start for every student. From the bus ride to the first bell, the year ahead is filled with endless possibilities. As we begin this new chapter together, we look forward to celebrating achievements, overcoming challenges, and continuing our shared commitment to excellence!

Welcome back, Centennial!

Anyone who is interested in joining sports at William Tennent and have more questions should contact the following coaches for more details specific to your sport. Visit our Contact a Coach webpage today.

Spread the word that Centennial School District is hiring!

Check out our employment webpage for a complete list of vacancies. https://www.centennialsd.org/employment

If you know anyone who might be interested in these positions, please have them apply. We offer competitive rates, excellent perks, and benefits, including a pension. For questions, please call 215-441-6000, Ext. 11034.

Free and Reduced Meals

• Applications may be submitted any time during the school year.

• All information is confidential.

• Meal transactions are computerized—there is no identification of free or reduced-price meal participants.

• More information: www.centennialsd.org/page/free-reduced-meals

• Questions? Contact the Food & Nutrition Assistant ☎ 215-441-6000 ext. 11023.

Free School Breakfast Program 2025 - 2026

• All Centennial School District students will receive free school breakfast for the 2025–2026 school year.

• Funded through the USDA, the PA Department of Education, and a $46.5 million state budget increase signed by Gov. Shapiro.

Program Requirements:

• Operates on an offer vs. serve basis – schools must offer all 4 breakfast components daily:
  

1. Fruit/Vegetable

2. Milk

3. Protein

4. Grain
   

• To count as a free meal, students must take at least 3 components, and one must be a fruit or vegetable.

• Example: 2 fruits + milk = a meal.

Making a Payment to your Child's Food Service Account

• Paying cash: For elementary students, put money in an envelope with your child's name, keypad number and the word "Cafeteria" written on the outside and send it to school. For secondary students, money can be paid at the register.

• Paying by check: Make checks out to "CSD Food Service" and use the instructions above.

• Paying on-line: See information below to pay with schoolcafe.com.

• SchoolCafe Tutorial: https://www.centennialsd.org/page/payment-options

• School Cafe contact information: ☎ (855) 729-2328 or email at customercare@schoolcafe.com

The Centennial School District uses Raptor Volunteer Management System to provide a more efficient and effective process to verify and track volunteer clearances. Please visit our website (scroll down to see "How Do I Submit My Paperwork?" to learn more about our volunteer guidelines and/or to upload your clearances to Raptor Volunteer Management System.

Student Registration

Employment at CSD

District eFolder (Community Flyers)
Student and Staff Wellness
Free & Reduced Lunch Information
Lunch Menus

Are you multilingual? Would you like to earn $ and help CSD families?

Do you know someone who is multilingual and available to provide interpretation or translation services during or after school hours?

We would like to grow the list of interpreters & translators that we call upon on an as needed basis. Please share our job posting: https://www.applitrack.com/centennialsd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Independent+Contractor

Get ready for a serious but fun afternoon of speed puzzling!

Centennial Puzzle Competition!

Saturday, October 25th

11:30am-3pm

William Tennent High School Cafeteria

Prizes for the Top 3 finishing teams!!

Raffle baskets & 50/50!

Two Categories:

Junior - Ages 8-12

Adult - Ages 13 and up

Yummy food and drinks from our snack bar!

So, get your team together and sign up today!

Pre-Register online below by October 17th:

https://www.centennialef.org/events/2025/7/7/centennial-puzzle-competition-2025

Each year, more and more people and organizations are turning to our District to help get the message out about various activities, events, fundraisers, etc. The intent of this process is to support student achievement and to provide mutual assistance and benefit through shared information. Our district spends a great deal of time collecting, reviewing, and posting flyers to the District eFolder. The District no longer is posting eFlyers to any social media outlets or the District cable channel. You may refer to Policy 913 for additional information.

Please click on this link to connect with all the community eFlyers of the month

Website: www.centennialsd.org
Location: 48 Swan Way, Warminster, PA, USA
Phone: (215) 441-6000
Facebook: facebook.com/centennialsd
Instagram: @centennialsd