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

April

• 23-Take Your Child to Work Today!
• 23-PTA Science Fair Registrations due
• 24-Report Cards Issued online @4pm
• 25- PTA Earth Day Garden Cleanup
• 28 & 29- Spring Portraits & Class Pictures-Schedule will be shared closer to picture day.
• 30- PTA Science Fair (volunteers still needed)

May

• 4-8 Staff Appreciation Week
• 5- PTA Meeting
• 6-Walk & Wheel Wednesday
• 6-Band and Orchestra Concert for Students
• 6-Spring Evening Band Concert 6:30 PM @CHS
• 7-Childrens Mental Health Awareness Day-Wear Green
• 7-Spring Evening Orchestra Concert 6:30 PM @ CHS
• 13-Chorus Concert for Students
• 14-CLES Field Day
• 15-Spring Choral Concert 6:30 PM @CHS
• 16-CLES PTA Spring Fair & Silent Auction
• 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
• 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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This week, we celebrated our incredible front office team for Administrative Professionals Day! Thank you Mrs. Williams, Ms. Carter, and Mrs. Bandiere for helping our school run smoothly every day. Your dedication to our CLES students, staff, and entire community is truly appreciated.

Third quarter report cards will be available electronically via HCPSS Connect today after 4:00 PM. Families may view/download report cards by taking the following steps:

1. Log in to HCPSS Connect Synergy using parent/guardian credentials
2. Select More Options from the left panel
3. Select Report Cards from the middle
4. Select the report card you wish to access

We’re excited to invite parents to be part of our upcoming Field Day at CLES! Volunteers can assist with running activity stations, helping keep events organized, and cheering on our students. Whether you can join us for a short time or the whole event, your support makes a big difference. If you would like to volunteer, you will also need to complete the volunteer training found here.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please sign up for an activity or to help deliver water using the link below:

CLES Field Day Sign Up

You must be pre-registered as a volunteer to attend the field day event and are required to sign-in at the table on the blacktop. Parents will not be authorized to only watch the festivities. Parent volunteers may not bring younger siblings with them. We encourage families to allow students to go home by their usual means at the end of the day, in order to avoid long lines or delays in the office area.

We’re excited to share that our school received a Cal Ripken STEM Lab!

The Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation’s STEM Centers provide students with hands-on learning experiences in science, technology, engineering, and math through engaging, project-based activities. This new lab will give our students access to innovative tools and resources designed to spark creativity, strengthen problem-solving skills, and inspire future careers in STEM fields.

We can’t wait to see our students learning, exploring, and creating in this new space!

To learn more about the Cal Ripken STEM Programs, visit:
https://ripkenfoundation.org/programs/stem-programs

CLES is committed to creating a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for every student. As part of that commitment, we want to share information about how we prevent, respond to, and investigate incidents involving hate and bias.

Incidents related to hate or bias can have a serious impact on students’ emotional well-being, sense of belonging, and ability to fully engage in school. Harmful language, slurs, symbols, jokes, threats, exclusion, or online behavior targeting someone’s identity can affect not only the person directly involved, but also others in the school community who may feel unsafe or unseen.

We believe that addressing these incidents requires a strong partnership between school staff, students, and families.

What We Mean by Hate/Bias

A hate- or bias-related incident is behavior that targets or demeans a person or group based on actual or perceived identity. This may include race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other aspects of identity. Some incidents may involve student discipline or policy violations, while others may still require school follow-up, support, and education because of their impact.

How Families Can Help

• Talk with your child. Encourage honest conversations about identity, belonging, respect, and how to respond when harm occurs. Ask your child what they are seeing or hearing at school and online.

• Reinforce that words and symbols matter. Help children understand that comments framed as jokes or trends can still be harmful and may create fear, humiliation, or exclusion for others.

• Encourage reporting. If your child experiences or witnesses a hate/bias concern, encourage them to tell a trusted adult at school as soon as possible. Reporting helps us respond, support students, and address harm. Reports can be made at https://stopbullying.hcpss.org/report/bullying.

• Stay engaged in online activity. Digital communication can spread harm quickly. Monitoring online interactions and talking openly about respectful digital behavior can help prevent escalation.

• Partner with the school. When concerns arise, your communication and support are important. Working together helps us respond thoughtfully and consistently.

When a report is made, school administrators will review the concern, gather information, and determine appropriate next steps in alignment with school and district procedures. Responses may include student support, family communication, restorative measures, disciplinary action, safety planning, and broader school or classroom follow-up as needed.

If your child reports a hate/bias concern, or if you become aware of one, please contact a school administrator and use the established reporting process. Even if you are unsure whether an incident meets a specific definition, we encourage you to share the concern so it can be reviewed.

Thank you for your partnership in helping us foster a school community where every student feels safe, affirmed, and respected.

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.

Calling all rising 4th and 5th graders! CLES Band registration is just around the corner! Students in 3rd and 4th grade will attend a band assembly on Wednesday, May 20 to learn about the band program and hear all of the instruments offered. Registration will open at 4pm on May 20. Sign-up as soon as you can before spots fill up! To get started, I invite you to explore the following links on the band website:

CLES Feeder Schools

Learn about the amazing programs in middle and high school! If your student starts now, they will be a part of these as well!

Band Opportunities at CLES

Why Band?

Learn about why it is important to play an instrument.

CLES Band Homepage

Here, you will find where the registration link will appear, as well as the instruments offered and demonstration videos.

As we approach band registration, please do not hesitate to contact Mr. Henley with any questions at brandon_henley@hcpss.org

• 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.

Join HCPSS and our community partners in celebrating the many ways autistic individuals experience and engage with the world. During the final two weeks of April, we encourage schools to highlight inclusive practices by sharing facts, books, and local events that honor neurodiversity and promote acceptance. A curated list of resources can be found in this flyerLinks to an external site.. A link to additional resources and a video created by Chinese American Parent Association of Howard County in partnership with the Autism Society of Maryland, is available hereLinks to an external site. to support these efforts. Families can also explore valuable tools and supports through The Parents' Place of Maryland, which offers a range of autism-related resources here in this linkLinks to an external site..

Lifetouch will once again be visiting to take individual Spring Portraits and Class Pictures on April 28th and 29th.

Please see the schedule below for the day your student’s individual and class pictures will be taken. Order forms will be sent home soon. You can also place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTJMMF7K. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping.

Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com.

Picture orders not only create wonderful memories, but a portion of each package purchased also goes directly back to support CLES!

You can place your order on mylifetouch.com using your Picture Day ID: EVTJMMF7K. Order before midnight on Picture Day to get FREE shipping!
Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on Tuesday, April 28. Orders after Picture Day must be placed online only on mylifetouch.com.

Upcoming MCAP Testing Schedule at CES for 3rd, 4th and 5th Grade Students:

Centennial Lane students in grades 3, 4, and 5 will take the Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program (MCAP) in both ELA and Math. The MCAP provides information to educators, parents, and the public on student progress towards proficiency on the Maryland College and Career Ready Standards. For more information, visit https://www.hcpss.org/academics/testing/mcap/.

The MCAP assessment window is Monday, April 6th - Friday, May 29th. Specific testing dates are listed below for each grade level. Please make every effort to have your child attend school on testing days and to refrain from scheduling any appointments during these times to minimize missing instruction due to make-up testing. There is no need to study for the MCAP. To prepare, have your child get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive at school on time. Thanks so much. We appreciate your partnership.

MCAP ELA

3rd Grade: April 27th

MCAP Math

3rd Grade: May 5, 6, 7, 8

4th Grade: April 27, 28, 30, May 1

5th Grade: April 28, 29, 30, May 4

Interested in accessing your child's MAP Report? HCPSS' Help Page will walk you through the steps. Any questions, please contact your child's classroom teacher or our Assistant Principal, Siobhan Drumgoole.

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.

The HCPSS Pre-K program is provided, per Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) regulations, to any child who meets first priority criteria (income eligible, homelessness, and foster care). This eligibility is based on information submitted on the HCPSS Pre-K Early Admission application and the supporting documentation that is provided.

The Pre-K application will be available online for families beginning Monday, March 9, at 9:00 am. The online application is the preferred method of submission. However, families may request a downloadable application by emailing hcpss_pk@hcpss.org.

For more information on Pre-K Eligibility and Requirements, please visit the HCPSS website Pre-K Registration page here.

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.