CSD Weekly Update

Dear Centennial Community,

Over the past three and a half months, many people have asked me, “What do you think of Centennial?” My answer is always the same: Centennial is an extraordinary place for students to learn, grow, and thrive. We are fortunate to have a supportive community, parents who value education, a dedicated faculty and staff who care deeply about students, engaged administrators, and—most importantly—truly remarkable students.

Since September, I’ve been hosting student focus groups at all six of our schools to gain a deeper understanding of how our students feel about their school experiences, the district, and their learning journey in Centennial. My goal is to meet with more than 1,000 students and to share a comprehensive report of their feedback in June. This valuable input will help us set goals and make meaningful, ongoing improvements to ensure dynamic learning opportunities for every student. The conversations have been insightful and inspiring, and I continue to be impressed by our students’ thoughtfulness, honesty, and perspective. Their voices play an essential role in shaping our collective growth and success.

In addition to engaging with students, I am also hosting parent and community meetings at each of our schools to better understand the priorities and values of our Centennial families. Please refer to your school’s Home and School calendar for meeting dates and consider joining us to learn more about district initiatives, instructional approaches, and other important topics. Prior to each meeting, we will share a brief survey to gather your input on areas of interest. I look forward to connecting with many of you and hearing your perspectives.

There is so much to celebrate across our district—from academic achievements to artistic accomplishments and athletic successes. Your continued support and involvement are vital to our students’ growth, and I am deeply grateful for all you do to make Centennial a place where learning and excellence flourish.

With appreciation,

Abe Lucabaugh
Superintendent

This week, students from Davis Elementary and McDonald Elementary took part in an engaging focus group session led by Dr. Lucabaugh. These conversations are part of a district-wide effort to amplify student voice and ensure their perspectives help shape the future of learning in Centennial.

Dear Centennial School District Families,

We deeply value you and your family as partners in your child’s education and overall well-being. As part of our commitment to creating safe, supportive, and healthy learning environments, Centennial School District will participate in the 2025 Pennsylvania Youth Survey (PAYS) this fall. The PAYS is a confidential survey that asks students about their knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors related to topics such as school climate, mental health, family and peer relationships, and the risk and protective factors that influence youth decision-making.

The PAYS is sponsored and conducted by the PA Commission on Crime and Delinquency. Administered every two years statewide, the survey provides data that help schools and communities guide prevention efforts, improve student supports, and strengthen programs designed to keep young people healthy, safe, and thriving. You can request a list of the survey questions by visiting this link: https://epis.psu.edu/PAYS/question. For more information about the survey, including a list of Frequently Asked Questions, please visit www.pays.pa.gov. More information about the survey and the most recent data for our county can be found on the Bucks County Drug & Alcohol Commission website.

Centennial Survey Window: November 12–26, 2025
Centennial Students Participating: Students currently enrolled in Grades 8, 10, and 12
Centennial Administration Format: Confidential online survey completed during the Social Studies class (approximately 30–40 minutes)

Participation is voluntary, and all student responses are anonymous—no names or identifying information are collected. Results are reported only in combined form and are used to identify trends, secure prevention funding, and develop targeted programs and supports for youth.

We encourage participation, as the insights from this survey help us better understand and respond to the needs of our students and community. However, families who prefer to opt their child out may do so by completing this brief opt-out form by Friday, November 7, 2025 (by 4:00 PM).

Thank you for supporting this important effort to improve the health, safety, and well-being of Centennial students. If you have any questions, please contact us at 215-441-6000, ext. 11006.

Sincerely,

Althea Tomlinson

Supervisor of Student Services

On Thursday, October 23, Dr. Luke Williams, Assistant Professor of Voice at the University of Delaware, visited William Tennent High School to work with our select choirs, Madrigals and Chorale. Dr. Williams led an engaging session on how the human voice works, exploring both the science and artistry of singing. Students learned about the larynx and vocal folds, the Bernoulli principle of aerodynamics, and the three key components of healthy singing: respiration, phonation, and resonation. It was an inspiring day of learning, discovery, and music-making for our student vocalists!

Klinger Kafe is back for the 2025-2026 school year! Students in Ms. Reese, Mr. Reitz, and Mrs. Teeple’s rooms work together to run a student-led cafe for faculty and staff.

The cafe offers a variety of items including baked goods, hand-crafted drinks, and various snack items. The student-led cafe provides opportunities for students to strengthen their vocational and social skills. Students organize cafe inventory, take food and beverage orders from staff, prepare and deliver orders throughout the building, and account for the money collected from orders as well as the profit made.

New this school year is an option for staff to pick-up their orders for a true cafe style experience. This opportunity allows students to stock baked goods in a display case, organize and distribute drinks from a set station, and utilize a printing calculator to total orders and create receipts for customers. This pick up option allows for students to work on a number of new skills to prepare for future employment opportunities.

We are off to a great start with 40 orders from faculty and staff, our highest number of orders in recent Klinger Kafe history! We cannot wait to try to top this number as Klinger Kafe continues throughout the year!

One of LCMS's favorite traditions, the Fall Dance was a big hit as students had a great time dancing, listening to music, and just spending time with their friends. Some dressed to the nines, some dressed in costumes, but all came to have fun. And for the fifth straight year, the weather cooperated!

After securing a grant last year, Mrs. Blaney has wasted no time in getting LCMS's new pollinator garden up and running with a little elbow grease from the Nature Club.

Log College Middle School celebrated its Fall athletes as they prepare for their final contests against Klinger Middle School over the next few weeks. In addition, students who excelled academically in the PSSA or i-Ready tests or who showed tremendous growth, were recognized.

Log also recognized five of its teachers for obtaining PVAAS scores that scored beyond the "Well Above" mark on the PA state ratings scale. This is an outstanding achievement.

The Climate & Culture Survey (November 12-26) will be open to students, families, and staff members to assess key aspects of school life, including topics such as school climate and safety. More details about this will be shared closer to the survey window.

The survey data will help us identify effective school and district practices as well as gauge your child’s growth toward the PA Career Ready Skills. If you have any questions about the survey administration, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 215-441-6000 X11026.

Please be aware that billing for intentional device damage has begun. Should you be required to pay a fee for intentional device damage, you will be billed via our Skyward Q system and sent communication from your building's Assistant Principal. Students will not be able to participate in end-of-year activities (i.e., field trips, school dances, graduation, etc.) if they have an outstanding balance in Skyward Q.

Families can review our district's 1:1 Device Agreement, which includes prices for technology repairs, on our CSD website.

Join us on November 13, 2025, at Klinger Middle School for a powerful and inspiring evening featuring the film See Her, Be Her. This free event celebrates the stories of seven trailblazing female athletes who defy stereotypes and redefine what’s possible—on and off the field. Witness their courage, resilience, and fight for gender equality in sports.

Location: 1415 Second Street Pike, Southampton, PA 18966
Admission: Free

Don’t miss this unforgettable journey of empowerment and perseverance!

Hello, Parents and Guardians, and Welcome Back to Another School Year!

Please take a moment to ensure you’ve completed the Nurse Card, which includes permissions for over-the-counter medications during the school day. You can find it under Family Access > Beginning of the Year Information.

As a reminder for our younger students, please pack an extra set of clothing to keep in their backpack in case it’s needed during the school day. We also kindly ask that students wear closed-toe shoes to help prevent injuries and falls during recess.

We look forward to another great year working together with you!

As the fall season brings beautiful changes to our surroundings, it can also bring an unwelcome challenge — head lice.

The image below provides guidance on effective care and treatment at home. Families are encouraged to contact their building nurse with any questions or for additional support.

The 29th Annual Celebration of Bands took place on Saturday, October 18th, hosted by the William Tennent Marching Band and Music Boosters Association. This prominent event brought together marching bands from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware for a thrilling competition. Each participating band showcased their meticulously rehearsed performances, featuring an array of musical genres, including patriotic, pop, rock, and classical, paired with elaborate costuming and props. As the grand finale, the William Tennent Marching Band presented 'Killer Queen's Gambit,' earning their highest score of the season, an impressive 80.90. The event was attended by several School Board members, along with WTHS Principal Dr. Carracappa, and Superintendent Dr. Lucabaugh, who presented awards to the top-performing bands. Under the expert guidance of Salvatore DiPaolo, WTMBA President, and Michael Binder, Celebration of Bands Chair, the William Tennent Music Boosters Association ensured the event's success, and we eagerly look forward to an even more exceptional show next year.

William Tennent High School is proud to introduce our students, staff and community to our new touchscreens located outside the gymnasium and auditorium. All teams, clubs, activities, records and hall of fame inductees will be on display for your enjoyment! Our first homescreen slideshow will feature our Fall Seniors for Athletics.

You are able to take a look at the content via a web based link as we build it out by visiting:

https://display.gogipper.com/245/8350/

We are very excited to promote this community engagement project to everyone that walks the halls at Tennent!

The Klinger JV Soccer Team is wrapping up an amazing season, showcasing impressive skill, teamwork, and dedication on the field. The Klippers have demonstrated strong communication, solid defense, and relentless effort in every match — earning commanding victories over Log College and Maple Point Middle School. With two shutouts on the season, the boys have shown exceptional focus and sportsmanship throughout their undefeated run. Good luck to the JV Klippers as they look to close out their season on a high note this Friday against Holland Middle School! Go Klippers!

Liberty Urgent Care will continue to provide athletic physicals for the District at a cost of $45 per student. All students should indicate that they are from the Centennial School District when scheduling or arriving for their appointment.

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.

Field Hockey

Football

Soccer (B)

Soccer (G)

Volleyball (G)

Daily Game reports in SOL

If you plan on participating in a winter sport and have not completed your concussion test this year, it’s time to sign up using this link to schedule your testing, if you have any questions please contact our trainer, Joslin Poole.

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

Eagles fans, get ready for the ultimate gameday experience! We’ve teamed up with Tix for Good to bring you an incredible opportunity — and it’s all for a great cause!

Win 4 Club Level Tickets + 4 Pregame Field Passes to see the Philadelphia Eagles take on the Las Vegas Raiders at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday, December 14, 2025!

So don’t fumble this chance — enter today, show your Philly pride, and make a real difference for local students!

ENTER HERE by December 7, 2025https://tixforgood.org/product/birds25?npo=cedf

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