Centennial Newsletter 08.07.25

In order to support a safe and focused learning environment, Plano ISD campuses maintain clear expectations for the use of personal telecommunication devices during the school day. This includes cell phones, smartwatches, wireless headphones, tablets, non-district-issued laptops, smart glasses, messaging devices, earbuds/headphones, or any other wearable telecommunications device. These guidelines are designed to minimize distractions and foster positive academic and social interactions.

Hi! I’m Samantha Reigada, and I’m honored to serve as your PTA President for the 2025–2026 school year.

After spending last year as President Elect, I’m truly excited to step into this role and continue supporting our amazing Centennial community. In previous years, I’ve served as Outreach Chair and helped coordinate our bi-annual Book Fairs—both experiences that deepened my connection to this school and the families in it.

I grew up in São Paulo, Brazil, and have called Plano home for the past eight years. My husband Abel and I have two wonderful boys Gabriel, who’s heading into 8th grade, and Daniel, who’s starting 4th. I used to work as a jewelry designer, but I’m currently a stay-at-home mom. As a family, we love watching Star Wars, playing games, traveling, cheering on our favorite teams, and spending time with our sweet dog, Ginger.

Being part of the Centennial PTA has been such a gift. It’s allowed me to give back in meaningful ways while building strong connections with the people who make this school so special. I’m inspired every day by the dedication, heart, and energy of our families, teachers, and staff.

I’m excited to work together, celebrate our kids and teachers, and support one another throughout the year—through fun events, important initiatives, and those joyful moments that make school memories last a lifetime. Let’s make this a year to remember!

To keep kids motivated, Centennial students can participate in one or more of our fun reading challenges:

• 40 Book Challenge: Yearlong challenge that encourages students to read a wide variety of books

• Little Maverick: Reading list of graphic novels designed for children in grades K-5.

• Texas 2 x 2: Beautifully illustrated, often humorous and instructive volumes are the best of recent books meant for children 2 years old to grade two.

• Texas Bluebonnet: The titles on the list offer students in third through sixth grades quality fiction and nonfiction literature to be read for pleasure.