CHS News

We are back on top!

For the first time since 2021, Centennial High School has earned a five-star rating on the Maryland School Report Card for 2026.

Reviewed annually, the Maryland School Report card measures the following Indicators of high school performance:

• Student achievement and growth on state tests in English Language Arts and mathematics

• Student access to and credit for a well-rounded curriculum
• Graduation rate
• Progress of English learner students in achieving English language proficiency
• Student readiness for postsecondary success
• School quality and student success (including measures of chronic absenteeism and a school survey)

Congratulations to the cast and crew of our fall theatre production, Failure: A Love Story. Opening night was fantastic!!!

We are thankful for the cast, stage managers, set crew, costume crew, marketing crew, props crew, and light and sound crews for the hours of work that they put in behind the scenes to make this a truly marvelous performance. A special thanks to Mr. Matchim, Ms. Vanover, Mr. Boggs, Ms. Nachlas, and the one and only Mr. Traver!!!

Scan the QR code to see the digital playbill!

Missed the show or want to see it again? Join us for performances on:

• SUNDAY, November 2 - 2:00 PM

• THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 - UNDERSTUDY CAST RUN* - COME SUPPORT OUR YOUNG ACTORS!

• FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6 - 7:00 PM

• SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 - 2:00 PM AND 7:00 PM

*All other shows will be performed by our Primary Cast.

LINK TO TICKETS: https://hcpss.booktix.com/dept/chs/e/CHSFLS

Our Speech and Debate team competed in BCFL 2 held at Calvert Hall on Saturday, October 24, and won six medals!

Please congratulate the following students:

• Stella Wang and Amelia Chang both won Silver in Declamation
• Ana Gonzalez won Silver in Dramatic Performance
• Alice Han won Silver in Impromptu
• Lidya Tewodros won Bronze Speaker in JV Public Forum

• Akanksha Madugundu won Silver Speaker in JV Public Forum

Congratulations to the following Seniors:

Congratulations to all of our talented Senior athletes who are playing their last season of fall sports for CHS. We are so proud of you!

Congratulations to our Cross Country Seniors:

Kaylee Beal, Max Betsis, Zachary Brasseaux, Tyler D'Amico, Gabriella Fikes, Elizabeth Hakobyan, Mehdi Ibrahim, Liam Kunkle, Grant Locktish, Ryan Manuel, Elisabeth McGarvey, Gabriela Nguyen, Ashley Park, Nicholas Pastino, Krishay Rao, Charlotte Smith, Tessa Williams

Centennial High School was name one of the A. James Clark School of Engineering's Top 25 Source Schools for the 2026-27 academic year!

Our school was commended for:

helping to bring in-state talent to the Clark School's highly ranked engineering programs...your students come to Maryland Engineering ready to learn and eager to improve people's lives, and your excellent teachers and staff are essential in creating that readiness and desire.

On Wednesday, Bella Voce students were invited by the Maryland State Board of Education (MSDE) to sing at the National Association for the State Boards of Education conference in Baltimore. They performed under the direction of Mrs. Vanover, accompanied by CLES Band Director and CHS accompanist Mr. Henley. Additionally, students from the CHS Septet performed "u + me = <3" by Olivia Rodrigo. They received a standing ovation and lots of encouragement from NASBE attendees.

Congratulations, Bella Voce!

Congratulations to the CHS Varsity Football Team!

Friday, October 16, was a remarkable day for Centennial High School Football! The team's 19-16 victory over Northwood HS snapped the Eagles’ 44-game losing streak!

Read the High School on SI article, which highlights the determination of players and coaches who refused to give up!

The team faces Manchester Valley HS tonight (Friday, October 30) for the last home game of the season at 6 PM. Come out and support the team!

Congratulations to our Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams for earning the County Champions title this past Saturday! For the boys team, this is the 3rd title in a row, and for the girls, it's been a 5-year streak!

Kaylee Beal finished as our 2X champion!

Up next...Regions! We'll be cheering for you, cross country!

***** Senior Class of 2027 Cap & Gown Orders Due by November 6*****

• November 1- Fall Theatre Production: Failure: A Love Story, 2 PM
• November 3 - Election Day; Schools and Offices Closed
• November 4 - 6 - Senior Portraits; appointments made with Legacy
• November 5 - Fall Theatre Production: Failure: A Love Story, 7 PM
• November 6 - Fall Theatre Production: Failure: A Love Story, 7 PM
• November 6 - Q1 report cards can be viewed in Synergy at 4:00 pm
• November 7 - Fall Theatre Production: Failure: A Love Story, 2 & 7 PM
• November 10 - Underclass Picture Retake Day
• November 10 - PTSA General Meeting, 6:30 PM
• November 12 - Fall Orchestra Concert, 7 PM
• November 13 - ASVAB Exam
• November 14 - Winter Athletic Tryouts Begin
• November 18 - PTSA Restaurant Night at Shake Shack, Columbia Mall
• November 20 - Lip Sync Competition, 7 PM
• November 23 - 3-Hour Early Dismissal; In-person Parent/Teacher Conferences
• November 24 - 3-Hour Early Dismissal; Virtual Parent/Teacher Conferences
• November 25 - School Closed for Students; Virtual Parent/Teacher Conferences
• November 26 & 27 - Schools and Offices Closed
• December 2 - Senior Portraits (see information below to schedule)
• December 5 - Holiday House, 10 AM - 1 PM
• December 9 - 3-Hour Early Dismissal
• December 14 - Winter Band Concert, 7 PM
• December 15 - Winter Orchestra Concert, 7 PP
• December 16 - Winter Choir Concert, 7 PM
• December 17 - Parent Information Night for Rising 9th Graders, 6-7:30 PM
• December 24 & 25 - Schools and Offices Closed for Winter Break
• December 28 - 31 - Schools Closed for Winter Break
• January 1 - Schools and Offices Closed for Winter Break
• January 15 - End of Q2
• January 18 - Schools & Offices Closed, MLK Day
• January 19 - Schools Closed for Students, Professional Workday
• February 17 - Senior Luau (snow date February 24)

• Link to HCPSS Calendar for 2026-27

CHS Athletic Calendar

HOPE TO SEE YOU AT A GAME/MEET!

Fri, 10/30 V Girls Soccer @ HowHS **Region Semifinal—MPSSAA ticketed event** 5:00PM

V Football v Manchester Valley HS **SENIOR NIGHTS for Cheerleading,

Football, and our Marching Eagles!! ALSO, Football Future Eagles Night** 6:00PM

Sun, 11/1 Fall Theatre Production: Failure: A Love Story 2:00PM

Tues, 11/3 Schools & Offices Closed–NO campus use permitted

Wed, 11/4 Eagle Time Interest Meetings for Wrestling, Boys Lax, Girls Lax & Softball

XC Regional Championship @ RHHS 1:00PM

V Volleyball Region Quarterfinals TBD

Marching Band Banquet 6:00PM

Thurs, 11/5 Fall Theatre Production: Failure: A Love Story 7:00PM

Fri, 11/6 Fall Theatre Production: Failure: A Love Story 7:00PM

Sat, 11/7 SATs

Fall Theatre Production: Failure: A Love Story 2:00 & 7:00PM

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE WEEK…

CONGRATULATIONS to our Boys and Girls Cross Country runners on an OUTSTANDING season! Our girls took home the County Champions title for the 5th year in a row, and the boys claimed the title for the 3rd year! Our top 25 finishers for each team were:

Kaylee Beal - 1st 18:11 COUNTY CHAMPION 🏆

Gabriela Nguyen - 7th 19:05

Samantha Raker - 8th 19:14

Sarasa Nauen - 10th 19:32

Clara Curtis - 11th 19:34

Sarah Mahaney - 14th 19:45

Veekshana Santhosh - 24th 20:52

Zedekiah Dong - 2nd 15:32

Mehdi Ibrahim - 4th 15:53

Alexander You - 11th 16:09

Derek Locktish - 17th 16:27

Samuel Raney - 23rd 16:44

Ryan Manuel - 25th 16:45

What an INCREDIBLE season for our Golf Team! Way to Go Coach and athletes on

making it all the way to State Semifinals this year 🎉

Our Boys Soccer Teams had a FANTASTIC season this year!

Congratulations to all our players and coaches for all your hard work on and off the field 👏

What a GREAT season for our Field Hockey Teams! Our coaches and athletes

showed up to play and challenged their opponent every single game–Way to Go 🎉

Congratulations to our Volleyball Teams for an EXCITING season–

All 3 teams put in the effort!!

We’re looking forward to Region Quarterfinals for the Varsity girls next week!

Our Varsity Cheerleaders WOWED on the floor at HCC as they competed at this week’s

County Championship! Way to go Coaches and athletes 👏👏👏

Varsity Football brought home the WIN for the first time since 2022 🏈

Congratulations to the Coaching Staff and the players for putting in the effort and never giving up–

We are so proud of you ❤️💙

Congratulations to Mr. Matchim and the CHS Marching Eagles on their successful Marching Band Future Eagles Night last Friday! It was an AMAZING event for our school and community 🎺

ATHLETICS & ACTIVITIES NEWS

WINTER TRYOUT INFORMATION

The Winter Athletic season is only 2 weeks away and registration is now open! Make sure to register now, so you’re ready for the start of tryouts on Saturday, November 14th! Use these DIRECTIONS if you want to attend tryouts for Allied Bowling, Basketball, Cheerleading, Indoor Track, or Wrestling! You MUST have a current HCPSS Physical Form completed by a doctor/medical professional dated after 11/14/25 if you want to try out–no exceptions! If you don’t have one, call your doc to make your appointment now! Parents/Guardians of Winter Athletes should plan to attend the Winter Athletic Orientation Meeting to get information about the season and meet the coaches: Wed, 11/18 at 6PM.

FUTURE EAGLE NIGHTS

Football: Fri, 10/30 at 6PM v Manchester Valley HS (football registration form)

Cheerleading: will be celebrated during the Winter Athletic Season

Be on the lookout for our Future Eagles events for Winter and Spring sports later this school year. Please contact Christine Fritz from the CHS Boosters with any questions at 410-245-8072.

SENIOR NIGHTS

Cheerleading, Football & Marching Band: Fri, 10/30 v Manchester Valley HS

Football & Cheerleading Senior Nights will begin at 5PM prior to the 6:00PM Game

BUY YOUR TICKETS FOR JV/V FOOTBALL AND FLAG FOOTBALL THROUGH GOFAN

Tickets are $5 (including the $1 Service Fee) and may be purchased online or by using a credit card at the gate. No cash is accepted.

GAME DAY OPERATIONS

Calling all students who want to be part of the athletic management team…

If you're interested in the behind-the-scenes operations of athletic events, Game Day Operations is for you! The CHS Athletic Program is looking for responsible students interested in running the game clock, checking in tickets, announcing the games, and setting up and breaking down after events. Complete the application to join our team! Service hours may be requested for this position.

NATIONAL ANTHEM

Last year we were able to coordinate with our incredible Performing Arts Team to bring live student performances of the National Anthem to several of our varsity games. I’d love to continue this again this year, and see if we can make it a regular part of Centennial athletic events! If you’re interested in auditioning, please complete this form.

GIRLS BASKETBALL INTEREST FORM

Coach Joe and Coach James are getting ready for the Girls Basketball season. Please complete this form if you are interested in playing or learning more about the program. Winter Sports Tryouts will begin on Saturday, November 14, 2026.

BOYS LACROSSE INTEREST FORM

Coach Gregg Smith is looking forward to our upcoming Spring Season! Please complete this form if you are interested in playing or learning more about the program. Spring Sports Tryouts will begin on March 1st 2027.

Reach out to Centennial's Athletics & Activities Manager, Mrs. Clark, if you have any questions! You can reach her at rebecca_clark@hcpss.org

Let’s Go, Eagles!!

Follow your favorite teams on Fan Hudl

The 2026-2027 fall parent-teacher conferences will be held:

• IN PERSON – Monday, Nov. 23
• VIRTUALLY – Tuesday, Nov. 24 and Wednesday, Nov. 25

Parents/guardians may schedule conferences in HCPSS Connect Synergy between 8:00 AM on November 6 and 4:00 PM on November 19.

Directions for scheduling conferences:

Parents/guardians must log in with their own credentials. Please check to be sure you are not logged in as your child. Your username is your email address provided to your child’s school at the time of registration. If you forgot your password, use the reset link provided on the login page. Contact your child’s school if you have questions.

Register Now for the ASVAB Career Exploration Assessment on November 13th @ 8 AM.

Centennial High School will be offering an administration of the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) Career Exploration Program (CEP) to our students on Friday, November 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM.

Please use the following link: ASVAB Sign Up to reserve a spot for this free test by Tuesday, November 10, 2026.

This assessment is a great tool to enhance career exploration and planning based on your results. The ASVAB will only be administered to students who have registered through the link above. The results of our ASVAB testing is for the student and family for career planning purposes ONLY and WILL NOT be shared with the military as this is NOT a military recruitment tool.

Winter TRYOUTS are right around the corner! Tryouts begin bright and early on Saturday, November 14.

EVERY athlete (new and returning) must be registered to participate in Winter Athletic Tryouts for Allied Bowling, Basketball, Cheerleading, Indoor Track, or Wrestling!

Make sure to register now, so you’re ready for the start of tryouts on Saturday, November 14th! Use these DIRECTIONS if you want to attend tryouts for Allied Bowling, Basketball, Cheerleading, Indoor Track, or Wrestling!

You MUST have a current HCPSS Physical Form completed by a doctor/medical professional dated after 11/14/25 if you want to try out–no exceptions! If you don’t have one, call your doc to make your appointment now!

Complete the following before Friday, November 6, 2026, to make sure you're ready for tryouts:

1. Using a COMPUTER and not a mobile device, register for Athletics through Synergy's Parent Portal. Directions for Registration
2. Make sure your Physical is fully completed on the HCPSS form and uploaded to the portal! You must use this Physical Form–other forms will not be accepted. Physical exams must be dated AFTER 11/14/25 to be accepted. Physical Exams MUST be completed by a medical professional–either your personal provider or a clinic will do.
3. Upload a current utility bill (BGE/Constellation, Water/Sewer, Home Internet/Cable) to the portal–due dates in September, October, or November.
4. If you are missing any paperwork, you may not participate in tryouts! Don't wait until it's too late!!

Reach out to Centennial's Athletics & Activities Manager, Mrs. Clark, if you have any questions! You can reach her at rebecca_clark@hcpss.org

Save the date for the Second Annual CHS Lip Sync Battle at 7 PM on November 20!

Admission is free and you will be able to purchase tickets to cast your votes for your favorite acts.

More information about voting and purchasing tickets will be coming soon!

What: Rising Ninth Grade Parent Information Night

Where: Centennial High School Auditorium

When: Tuesday, December 17, 2026, 6:00 -7:30 PM

Please join us for a general information session in the auditorium followed by an elective fair in the cafeteria. Teachers will also be present to answer specific questions about the different electives/programs available.

The PPT presentation will be shared after the event.

The Scholars Leadership Honors Program and Alpha Achievers are proud to co-sponsor Centennial High School's third annual Holiday House on December 5th.

We are now accepting donations, which may be placed in the Holiday House bin located in the vestibule outside the main office. We are accepting new and/or gently used items such as: toys, games, arts and crafts, books, small household items, picture frames, candles, gift wrap and shopping bags. We are not accepting clothing or footwear.

All Holiday House proceeds will be donated to Grassroots. If you are unsure about a donatable item, please email Stacy Rosuck at Stacy_rosuck@hcpss.org.

Attention all underclassmen: Student Photo Retake Day will be in the auditorium on Tuesday, October 27. I

If you did not have your photo taken in September or if you need a retake from your original photo taken, please stop by at any time during the school day.

If you need assistance with portrait orders please contact the Legacy Customer Care Team:

• Email: customercare@legacystudios.com

• Phone: 716-512-6336

Current students in grades 8–11 and their parents or guardians are invited to attend an in-person open house on Wednesday, Nov. 11, and Tuesday, Dec. 8, 2026 from 6:00–7:30 p.m. at the Career and Technical Education Center (CTEC), located at 10920 Clarksville Pike, Ellicott City.

On both Nov. 11 and Dec. 8, guests will have the opportunity to walk about and explore CTEC’s career academies and learn how Career and Technical Education provides high school students with opportunities to earn college credit, scholarships, and industry-recognized credentials. Students can also participate in worksite and mentorship experiences while developing creativity, problem-solving skills, and career-ready skills through hands-on, project-based learning.

Complete information about all career academies is available online. Students and parents are encouraged to review the CTEC Career Academies Overview.

Participating academies include:

• Aerospace Engineering: Project Lead the Way
• Animal and Agricultural Science
• Animation and Game Design
• Apprenticeship Maryland (for current 11th graders)
• Architectural Design
• Automotive Technology
• Biotechnology
• Civil Engineering: Project Lead the Way
• Construction and Carpentry
• Cybersecurity
• Network Security Engineering
• Finance
• Graphic Design and Print Production
• Health Professions
• Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

Parking at Career and Technical Education Center (CTEC) is limited. Additional parking can be found on premises in the Homewood School and Board of Education parking lots.

Parents/Guardians & Families,

Bullying prevention starts at home, too. Families can make a difference by keeping the lines of communication open and regularly talking with children about friendships, school experiences, group chats, social media, and how they and their peers treat one another.

Encourage your child to identify trusted adults they can turn to when something doesn't feel right. Talk about what they can safely do if they witness someone being mistreated—such as getting an adult, refusing to join in or laugh, checking on the student afterward, or reporting what they saw.

Being an upstander applies online, too. Remind children that liking, sharing, forwarding, commenting on, or reposting hurtful content can increase its impact. Instead, encourage them to avoid participating, save evidence when appropriate, support the person being targeted, and tell a trusted adult.

Children also learn from what they see. Modeling kindness, empathy, inclusion, and respect for others helps reinforce the behaviors we want to see in our schools and communities.

Talk. Notice. Include. Speak Up. Together, we can help create communities where every student feels safe, supported, and valued.

More bullying prevention information and resources can be found on the HCPSS Stop Bullying website.

Parents/Guardians - We need your help!

In an effort to begin to expose students to the wide range of careers in today's society, we are looking for in-person speakers to partner with us to engage students. We also want to leverage the resources within our own community.

If you are interested in helping to broaden student exposure through your career journey, please take a few minutes to complete this form.

We’re looking for careers that students can access from any of the post high school pathways (Military, Job, 2yr/4yr, Trade school, Apprenticeship). Thank you.

Ms. Clearfield, Career Readiness Advisor and Ms. Kochanski, Career Coach

Order your cap and gown graduation package today!

The ordering window is open now thru November 6! All orders are done online.

If you are planning on wearing a cap and gown from a sibling or friend, please stop into Student Services and let Mrs. Wormley know your plans.

Seniors: Legacy Studios will be here for your senior photo sessions in the auditorium on November 4-6. These are by appointment only. Please go to https://seniors.legacystudios.com/centennial-hs-ellicott-city-md/ to book your appointment in advance.

It is important that you have your senior photo taken for the yearbook (at the very least!) on one of these days. If you are having your photo taken for the yearbook, there is no fee!

Questions? Reach out directly to Mr. VW at rus_vanwestervelt@hcpss.org.

Recent changes in federal assistance means that many families who previously automatically qualified for Free & Reduced-price Meals (FARMs) may now need to complete the FARMs application to access benefits. Please find that information below and apply prior to the 10/31/26 deadline.

https://www.hcpss.org/food-services/farms/

Mark Your Calendar: Upcoming College Visits

Admission representatives from the following colleges will be in Student Services at CHS on the days listed below. ONLY 12th and 11th grade students may sign up for the visits in Naviance (click on COLLEGES and then VISITS, and click "SIGN UP" for visit). Passes will be given to student during Period 1 the day of the visit.

Monday, November 2nd @ 10:10 AM - The University of Tennessee

Monday, November 2nd @ 1:10 PM - Coppin State University

Thursday, November 5th @ 8:15 AM - Ursinus College

The CHS Pantry is a free resource that ensures our students have access to essential food and personal hygiene supplies. To keep our shelves stocked for the school year, we are inviting our community to support us!

The easiest way to help is through our Amazon Wishlist. You can shop directly online, and all items will ship straight to Centennial High School: https://a.co/00gp0cKP

Reporting news from the student perspective, CHS Wingspan.

Published on the Wingspan this week

• 44 Losses Later, Centennial Comes Out on Top, by Desmond Cullen. Written on Oct. 30. (Sports)

https://chswingspan.com/19046/sports/44-losses-later-centennial-comes-out-on-top/

• The Joy of Dolly Parton, by Rosie Moore. Written on Oct 26. (A&E) https://chswingspan.com/19043/categories/ae/the-joy-of-dolly-parton/

Published last week

• A Glimpse Into Centennial’s Up-and-Coming Play, by Lauren Dillon. Written on Oct. 23. (A&E)

https://chswingspan.com/19037/categories/ae/a-glimpse-into-centennials-up-and-coming-play/

• HVAC Update: Renovations Continue, by Clara Wang. Written on Oct. 22. (News) https://chswingspan.com/19032/news/hvac-update-renovations-continue/

• Centennial Mock Trial Celebrates Triumph at Empire’s 20th Anniversary, by Daniel Hong. Written on Oct. 21. (Clubs) (Feature) https://chswingspan.com/19022/clubs/centennial-mock-trial-celebrates-triumph-at-empires-20th-anniversary/

Looking for a great driver's ed program for your student? Please consider signing them up for driver's ed through Greg's Driving School. You can sign up for either in person lessons after school at Centennial or virtual lessons from home. Included is 30 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of in car lessons. Friends of Music earns money for every student that signs up for either option!

In person classes at Centennial start Sept 28th and run throughout the year. If you sign up for virtual classes, please be sure to indicate Centennial HS for your "Fundraising Code" when checking out. Check out http://www.gregsdrivingschool.net for more information.

The next PTSA Board meeting is on Tuesday, November 10, at 6:30 PM, in the Student Services office (just across from the front office), and remotely at: meet.google.com/pof-cusr-xfd

You can also join by phone at +1 863-703-4162 PIN: ‪139 519 970#.

Join us and see how you can get involved!

PTSA Membership and Donation

Why join the PTSA?

• Help create enriching experiences for our children
• Be a voice in school decisions and initiatives
• Connect with other committed parents and guardians
• Make a lasting difference in our school community

As another exciting school year moves forward, preparations are underway for After Prom. After Prom is a safe, supervised, alcohol-free, late-night event that gives our students a fun place to celebrate after the Prom is over.

After Prom is truly a community effort and we are in search of the After Prom chair or co-chair(s) to plan the event with the PTSA team. If you are interested, please contact PTSA (president@chs-ptsa.org). Thank you for supporting our students and helping us continue this valued tradition.

This is an amazing opportunity to clean your closets and help the PTSA - As you enter the CHS Parking lot from BMMS side, Please ensure you put your clothes for donation in the receptacles marked with CHS.

1. Apply for Financial Aide

The HCPSS participates in the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs. Students from households that meet federal income guidelines are eligible to receive free or reduced-price meals.

Parents/guardians must submit a new application every school year to maintain their student’s eligibility.

2. Update Your Medication Forms

Students who require medication to be administered during the school day need to have new forms (dated on or after July 1st) completed for this fall. For your convenience, you can find these forms on-line at the HCPSS website. Medical Forms.

3. Parking Permits

Permission for students to drive and park vehicles on school system property is a privilege. Parking spaces for students at Centennial High School are limited. Accordingly, in order to be granted this privilege, applications for parking permits will be issued on a first-come, first-served basis in priority order: 1) Seniors; 2) Students enrolled in Work Study/Intern Mentor Programs; and, 3) Juniors.

Permits will be issued in this order through the end of the third week of school. Beginning September 18th, remaining permits will be issued in the order applications are received. Permits will not be reserved for students who do not yet have a valid Maryland Driver's License. Students ARE NOT required by the school system to attend a ‘Safe Driving’ presentation this school year.

To apply for your permit:

• Login to HCPSS.me.
• Complete the application packet and save as a pdf.
• Take a photo of your driver’s license.
• Follow this link to submit the online application. The information collected through the online application is required by HCPSS.
• Your submission will be reviewed, and you will be notified via email once it is accepted.

For questions about applying for a parking permit at CHS please contact Jill Cipriano at jill_cipriano@hcpss.org.

4. Update Your Family File

Parents/guardians must verify and/or update emergency information for each child every school year.

Keeping your Family File up-to-date is crucial, so please prioritize updating it as soon as possible.

Follow these instructions:

Family File User Guide - https://www.hcpss.org/f/connect/family-file-quick-reference.pdf

Family File Guía del Usuario - https://www.hcpss.org/f/connect/family-file-quick-reference-spanish.pdf

HCPSS 가족 파일 (비상 연락 서식) 작성하기 - https://www.hcpss.org/f/connect/family-file-quick-reference-korean.pdf

家庭档案 - 用户指南 - https://www.hcpss.org/f/connect/family-file-quick-reference-chinese.pdf

Skyward Theatre is back and ready to showcase our students in performances and productions on the stage! Check out the Newsletter from Skyward Theatre — Centennial's Theatre program — for information about shows, auditions, merch, and more!

Here is the link to our August Newsletter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17CZhQ3vS-nRaFjxscOdDxD3XNxUtGZJaYtYpEZit1a0/edit?usp=sharing

Keep current on news and events throughout the school year by checking the CHS website: https://chs.hcpss.org. We have added an A to Z Reference Guide to the website as your one-stop information finder: attendance policies, parking permit applications, food and nutrition services, student technology support, and much more.

Thanks to a continued partnership between HCPSS, Howard County Government, and Regional Transportation Agency (RTA), all HCPSS middle and high school students have access to free RTA bus passes through summer 2027. Students have full access to the RTA system and are not limited to transportation to and from schools or to school-related activities.

If your child is interested, they can visit Student Services to request a free pass. To obtain the free student bus pass, students must agree to: ​

• Provide name/student ID, address, and grade to school staff​

• Maintain possession of the pass ​

• Not transfer or share the pass with others​

• Abide by Howard County Public School System rules while on-board.

Note: If the pass is lost or misplaced, only one replacement pass will be provided to the student.

Howard County government and the Regional Transportation Agency of Central Maryland also have a digital bus pass program, enabling students to access free RTA bus passes directly from their phones or smart devices using a mobile app. Students who do not have access to a smart phone may still receive a free, printed bus pass from their school office.

For more information on RTA and detailed schedule information, please call 1-800-270-9553 or visit Transit RTA.

In Howard County, addressing substance misuse among youth, including opioid use, remains a critical public health priority. Fatal overdoses have been steadily declining since 2022, a success largely driven by widespread naloxone distribution and acceptance. Yet, substance misuse among our youth is still an ongoing risk. According to the 2024 Maryland Youth Risk Behavior Survey, almost 10% of middle school students and 12.5% of high school students in Howard County reported taking prescription pain medication without a prescription or differently than prescribed.

As a parent, you play a vital role in protecting your children and your community. Scan the QR code on this flier or use this link [https://www.howardcountymd.gov/health/opioid-overdose-response-program] to access our free, on-demand naloxone training. In just 10-15 minutes you can gain the skills needed to respond to an opioid overdose. You can take the training alone, with your child or with the whole family. After you complete the training, you can receive a free naloxone kit.

It’s never too early to learn to save a life!

Know what's happening in Howard County. Sign up for HC DrugFree's free newsletter at tinyurl.com/HCDFNews or follow us on social media to get updates on events as well as information to keep your family safe and informed:

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• Centennial High School’s website is a great source of information at https://chs.hcpss.org.
• Instagram @CentennialHS
• Facebook @www.facebook.com/chs.hcpss.org
• Read the Wingspan, CHS student newspaper
• CHS PTSA https://www.chs-ptsa.org/
• CHS Friends of Music http://www.centennialmusic.org/
• Register to receive school system updates and alerts at https://www.hcpss.org/hcpss-news/, click on Subscribe and select Centennial High School.