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Centerville Families,

The move from first semester to second is more than just a turn of the calendar. It is an important milestone. As a parent, I encourage you to pause and reflect on the growth your child has shown since September.

In elementary school, growth looks different for every child, but it is always worth celebrating. It is not only about test scores or reading levels. It is about the small, everyday steps that build confidence and character:

• Academic courage: Trying a new math strategy or spelling a difficult word for the first time

• Social connections: Navigating friendships, sharing, and showing empathy on the playground, in the hallways, or in the lunchroom

• Independence: Remembering to hang up a backpack or managing a homework folder

• Resilience: Bouncing back after a tough day or a mistake

We often move quickly to what comes next, but children thrive when they know their effort is noticed. Consider asking your child this week, “What is something you can do now that you could not do at the start of the year?”

When we highlight progress, we help children build a growth mindset and the belief that they can handle new challenges in the months ahead.

Looking forward to seeing you at conferences next week. Thank you for being such important partners in your child’s education.

Go Cougars!

Mike Macken

• Jan 27 - Mar 6 - ELL Access testing
• Jan 30: Kids Heart Challenge Sign Up to receive wristband
• Feb 2: Kids Heart Challenge: All registered get a mystery grab bag
• Feb 3: Spring Conference Sign Up Window Closes @ 9PM
• Feb 5: Spring Conferences (4PM -8PM)
• Feb 10: Spring Conferences (4PM - 8PM)
• Feb 20: Winter Dance (6PM - 7:30 PM)

The Centerville Elementary Calendar is located on our school’s website at https://centerville.isd12.org/ under the Parent Hub. Here you will also find the 2025-2026 Elementary Student Letter Day Calendar.

CPTA is looking forward to fueling our CVE teachers for conferences in February!

• If you would like to help contribute to the conference meals, please visit our Sign Up to see the donation requests: https://signup.com/go/vXtpARL
• Please ensure any donations are at CVE by 3pm the day of the conference.

Save the Date! The Winter Dance will be held on Friday, February 20th, from 6:00–7:30 PM.

• We’re looking for volunteers to help make the dance a success—please sign up if you’re able to help!

The CPTA would love to keep families in the loop about upcoming events and activities. If you would like to receive updates, please take a moment to join our email list. It’s the easiest way to stay connected and learn about all the fun things happening at the school.

I am excited to help create a community of lifesavers and am asking you to join me. Sign up tonight to receive a wristband!

This year, we have an important goal to have 100% of our families learn the lifesaving skill of Hands-Only CPR! It only takes a few minutes to learn, and it can make all the difference in an emergency.

1. Sign Up for Kids Heart Challenge by downloading the free “AHA Schools” app for Apple or Android or by clicking HERE.
2. Be a hero: Send 10 texts TODAY to help save lives.
3. Complete Finn’s Mission: Complete all 7 steps, learn Hands-Only CPR, and be entered to win two Super Bowl tickets!

By signing up and raising funds, you can help us earn gift certificates for physical activity and recess equipment to support the health & wellness of our school community.

All Students that Register before the Kick Off on Feb. 2nd will receive a Mystery Grab Bag!

Let’s work together to create a community of lifesavers. Thank you for your support in helping us achieve this incredible goal!

• Conference Dates: February 5th & 10th (4-8PM)
• Registration Closes: Tuesday, February 3rd, at 9:00 PM
• How to Register: Click THIS link.

• Report Cards are now available in parent portal.
• Directions on how to view a student report card can be found HERE.

• CLICK HERE to order now. Books are selling out fast!
• Personalization is a great way to make the book uniquely yours.
• If you want to add this to your book, it is due no later than January 31st.

Centerville Elementary will practice the Lockdown Protocol on Tuesday, February 3rd. Additional safety information, including information on the protocols and guidance for families, can be found on the Centennial website.

Summer Recreational Soccer (entering gr. K-5) Our program, led by Centennial Soccer Club, is a great introductory experience to learn and develop soccer skills and participate in fun games. Registration includes a team jersey. Registration for Summer Recreational Soccer opens on February 2.

Winterfest Family Puzzle Challenge (ages 3-12 with adult) There are a few spots remaining in our fun, family puzzle event. See if your team can be the first to put together a puzzle and enjoy a pizza party too! This activity is held Friday, Feb. 20 at Centennial Middle School.

More happening soon:

Feb. 4- Mini Kickers Soccer (ages 3-5)

Winter Soccer Skills (gr. K-2)

Paint Date: Snow Fun (ages 10+ with adult)

Feb. 5- Fencing (gr. 2-5)

Feb. 7- Wild Animals Art & Nature Camp (ages 7+)

Feb. 13- DASH Non-School Day Sports & Games Camp (gr. K-5)

Feb. 15- Family Open Gym (ages 2-12 with adult)

Feb. 16- Spark Equestrian Day Camp (ages 6-12)

Feb. 21- Comic Book Creation (ages 9+)

Wings of Fire Art Workshop (ages 9+)

Go online to view all fall activities and to register, community.isd12.org.

Welcome to the Digital Backpack, the district’s central posting place for community flyers. If you have questions regarding these programs, please contact the organizations directly. View the Digital Backpack online.

Annual District Survey
We want to hear from you! Complete the school district’s annual survey. It’s short—takes about 5-10 minutes to complete. The survey is open until Sunday, February 8, at 9:00 p.m.

• Survey in English
• Survey in Hmong
• Survey in Oromo
• Survey in Somali
• Survey in Spanish

Do you know a family interested in attending Centennial Schools?

Centennial is now accepting open enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year for grades kindergarten - 12. Preschool open enrollment begins in February. More information can be found here.

REMINDERS:

School Board hosts listening session on February 9

In ongoing efforts to gather feedback from stakeholders, the School Board is hosting quarterly Listening Sessions for the public. The sessions provide the opportunity for community members, staff, parents, and students to meet informally with board representatives and the superintendent to discuss topics in the schools. Listening Sessions increase communication and engagement work that reflects the district’s commitment to excellence. Additional sessions to seek input/perspective on topics established by the Board would be scheduled as a special or additional Board Listening Session.

Board members or the superintendent may ask clarifying questions of you as the participant to gain a thorough understanding of your concern, suggestion, or request. If there is any follow-up or response to your comment or suggestion, you will be contacted via email or phone in a timely manner by a member of the board or administration. Please be aware that disrespectful comments or comments of a personal nature, directed at an individual either by name or inference, will not be allowed. Personnel concerns should be directed first to a principal or executive director of the department, then to the executive director of human resources, then to the superintendent, and finally, in writing, to the board.

The last listening session of the school year will be April 20. Sessions are held in the District Office Board Room from 5:30 pm-6:15 pm. More information can be found on the Centennial website.

Hall of Fame Nomination Deadline Extended to February 2
Know of a Centennial graduate or member of the community who has made a significant impact on their profession, Centennial Schools and/or the community? Nominees for induction into the Centennial Hall of Fame represent the school district's values of making connections with our communities, providing opportunities for students to achieve, and preparing our students for a successful future. Nomination information is on the Centennial website. The nomination deadline has been extended to February 2.

Centennial Preschool registration opens February 2

The Centennial School District offers high-quality part-day and full-day preschool experiences designed to prepare students, ages 3-5, and their families for success in kindergarten. Our 4-Star Parent Aware rated program teaches both academic and social skills using a “learning-through-play” philosophy. Full-day classrooms are located at each of the elementary schools in the Centennial School District; part-day classrooms are at the Early Childhood Center. Registrations received between February 2 – February 23 will be included in the placement lottery. Registration will remain open after the lottery for remaining seats. Program information and registration can be found here.

Register online or in-person at one of our preschool registration events!

• Landings of Lexington, 9400 Lexington Ave, Tuesday, February 4, 10 am-noon – community room
• Centennial Square, 3200 89th Ave NE, Wednesday, February 5, 4 pm-5:30 pm – community room
• Centennial Library, 100 Civic Heights Cir, Tuesday, February 11, 10 am-noon – entry vestibule
• Centerville Elementary, 1721 Westview St, Thursday, February 13, 4:30 pm-5:30 pm– room 110

The Centennial Area Education Foundation proudly presents its 25th Anniversary annual Gala, Art & Soul. The Gala will be held on March 28, 2026 at Bunker Hills Golf Club. Proceeds from the gala continue to provide grants and scholarships to our students, schools, and community. Bring your friends and family for a night of fun. The event includes social hour, dinner, silent and live auctions, games, music, and dancing. Tickets are now available. Early bird pricing until February 14. For opportunities to donate, sponsor and purchase tickets or volunteer for this fun event, see the CAEF website.

Email: tbuescher@isd12.org
Website: www.isd12.org/cve
Location: 1721 Westview Street, Centerville, MN, USA
Phone: 763.792.5800