Centennial Lane Elementary:

Centennial Lane Elementary School

Mrs. Debra Anoff, Principal

Mrs. Siobhan Drumgoole, Assistant Principal

3825 Centennial Lane

Ellicott City, MD 21042

(410) 313-2800

(410) 313-2804 - Fax

(410) 313-1710 (Health Room)

Student Hours: 8:45a.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 3:45 p.m.

cles.hcpss.org

It is hard to believe that we have just one month remaining in another wonderful school year at Centennial Lane Elementary School! This is always a busy and exciting time in our building, filled with important learning milestones, special events, and opportunities to celebrate the growth and accomplishments of our students.

Throughout the coming weeks, our teachers will continue providing meaningful and engaging instruction each day. We encourage all students to stay focused, maintain strong routines, and continue giving their very best effort. Consistent attendance and punctuality are especially important during this final stretch of the school year. After nine months of learning together, our behavioral expectations remain high, and we look forward to all students finishing the year strong!

The final month of school also brings many memorable activities, including field trips, classroom celebrations, and other schoolwide events. We are excited to create positive, fun, and meaningful experiences for all students as we celebrate a successful school year together.

Finally, thank you for your continued partnership and support throughout the year. Your involvement plays an important role in your child’s success, and we are grateful for the strong home-school connection that helps our students thrive each and every day.

Let’s make these final weeks of the 2025–2026 school year positive, productive, and full of wonderful memories for our Centennial Lane Dolphins!

Our next Dolphin Detail will be published on Friday, June 12th due to next week being a shortened week.

With appreciation and Dolphin Pride,

Debra A. Anoff, Principal

Siobhan Drumgoole, Assistant Principal

May

• 25-Memorial Day-Schools & Offices Closed
• 27-Eid al-Adha-Schools & Offices Closed

June

• 2-CLES Spring Showcase Concert 6:30 PM @ CHS - more info coming soon
• 3-CLES 5th gr. Music Department Pancake Breakfast- more info coming soon
• 3-PTA Walk & Wheel Wednesday
• 5-5th Gr. Simulated Congressional Hearing
• 5-Spirit Day-Wear Red, White & Blue to support our 5th graders during SCH!
• 6-PTA 5th Gr. End-of-Year Party
• 8-UPDATED-Full Day of School
• 12-2nd Gr. End of Year Celebration-More info coming soon
• 12-3rd Gr. End of Year Celebration-More info coming soon
• 15-5th Gr. Promotion Ceremony-9:15 am more info coming soon
• 15-1st Gr End of Year Celebration-More info coming soon
• 15-4th Gr. End of Year Celebration-More info coming
• 16-3 hr Early Dismissal-CLES Dismisses @ 12:15 pm
• 16-Kindergarten End Of Year Program and Picnic-More info coming soon!
• 17- 3 hr Early Dismissal-CLES Dismisses @ 12:15 pm
• 18-Last Day of School 3 hr Early Dismissal-CLES Dismisses @ 12:15 pm
• 19-Juneteenth School Offices Closed
• 23-Primary Election Day-School Offices Closed

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There will be no printed 2025-2026 calendars. Staff, students, and families may add our online calendar to their own mobile/online calendar by

1. Going to https://www.hcpss.org/calendar/
2. Scrolling down to Subscribing to a Calendar
3. Right-clicking on the calendar you wish to subscribe to
4. Selecting Copy Link Location/Address/Shortcut
5. Adding to your calendar of choice (See your calendar for specifics on adding a new calendar)

You also may view and/or download printable PDFs of the full calendar and/or important dates only. Updates to the PDFs will be noted on the HCPSS calendar page.

PLEASE NOTE! The calendar is subject to change. The online calendar reflects the most recent version.

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Any change of residency must be reported through Family File within 10 school days of the move. Current residency documentation must be provided to the school each time residency changes.

Kindergarten Registration for the 2026–2027 School Year

Online registration for Kindergarten students opened on Monday, March 2, 2026.

Children who live within our school district and will be five years old on or before September 1, 2026 are required to enroll in Kindergarten for the 2026–2027 school year.

The Kindergarten Registration link provides a concise overview of everything parents and guardians need to know, including direct access to the online registration portal and additional resources.

Please note: After completing the online portion, parents/guardians must visit the school after the registrar notifies you that your registration has been accepted in order to finalize the process.

We also encourage families to review the Road to Kindergarten link, which offers detailed information about what to expect in Kindergarten and connects families to additional helpful resources.

Please share this information with friends and neighbors. Having accurate enrollment numbers early helps us plan staffing, materials, and supports to ensure a strong start for our newest learners.

The HCPSS Pre-K Program is now accepting applications for the 2026-27Links to an external site. school year! The Pre-K Program is offered at no cost to families who qualify and is made available to eligible children in all attendance areas. Children must be four years old on or before September 1, 2026, to be considered for fall 2026 enrollment and must also meet the eligibility criteria.

Please visit the HCPSS Pre-K Program websiteLinks to an external site. for information about the program, eligibility criteria, and how to applyLinks to an external site.. If you have additional questions about the program, please contact the Office of Early Childhood Programs at 410-313-6836.”

As part of the A+ Partnership with HCLS, schools are invited to share information and resources about summer reading with all our students and families. Click hereLinks to an external site. for more information.

Band Registration:

Band registration opens on Wednesday, May 20. You can find the online registration link at www.clesbands.org

The link will open at 4pm on May 20. Sign up quickly, as some instruments fill up early! The best chance at getting your first choice depends on how early you sign up. Hard copies of registration forms will also go home on Wednesday.

Reach out to Mr. Henley at brandon_henley@hcpss.org with any questions.

We kindly ask for your cooperation during student pick-up to help ensure a safe and respectful environment for everyone in our school community.

Please be mindful not to park too close to the ends of neighbors’ driveways or block access in any way while picking up students in the neighborhoods surrounding our school. Additionally, we ask that you do not use private driveways to turn around or park while waiting for students. Our neighbors rely on clear access to their homes, and your courtesy is greatly appreciated.

When parking along the street, please follow all posted regulations, avoid double parking, and be considerate of traffic flow and pedestrian safety.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us maintain a positive relationship with our neighbors and a safe dismissal process for all students.

MSDE will host virtual Math Policy Family Information Sessions in June 2026 to support family understanding of upcoming mathematics initiatives and updates for the 2026–2027 school year. Participants must register in advanceLinks to an external site. to receive session links. Click hereLinks to an external site. for details and dates/times.

• Make Your Voice Heard! Your Opinion Matters!: Parents and guardians of children receiving special education and related services were mailed the Maryland Special Education Parent Involvement Survey from the Maryland State Department of Education, Division of Special Education/Early Intervention Services. Parents are asked to complete the survey and return it in the postage paid envelope by Friday, June 5, 2026. The survey can also be completed onlineLinks to an external site.. Your feedback will help guide efforts to improve special education and related services in HCPSS. Your voice can make a real difference for your child and many other children across the state of Maryland.

Drop your items in our white donation bins! Our donation box collects clothing, shoes, and textiles, and Centennial Lane earns money based on the total weight collected each month.

Please note: All donations must be bagged before being placed in the bin.

As a reminder, for the safety and security of our students and staff, all visitors must sign in at the Sign-In computer located in the front lobby using a government-issued photo ID. Please be sure to bring your ID with you whenever you visit. Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and secure learning environment for everyone.

Parents can email CLESabsence@hcpss.org to report a student’s absence. Please include your child(ren)’s full name, parent’s/guardian’s full name and phone number, the date your child(ren) was absent and the reason. Parents may instead choose to send in a paper excuse note to their child’s teacher with the same information when the student returns to school.

For families requesting local discretionary absences, please complete a Local Discretionary Absence Request Form and submit it to the front office at least one week in advance.

In alignment w/ Policy 10010, the following announcements have been approved by the Public Information Office for distribution.

The below community notices are neither sponsored nor endorsed by the HCPSS.