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Dear Centerville Families,

Centerville teachers do an amazing job of placing students in class groupings to create the greatest opportunity for all students to succeed. They use their professional judgment to consider each child’s learning style, gender, academic achievement, special behavioral and learning needs, as well as the combination of student energy levels and personalities. As a team, they balance all of these factors so that all classrooms have a rich diversity of talents, skills, and needs.

The process of creating class lists each school year requires much time and consideration. For example, if your child is in second grade, all 2nd-grade teachers and specialists get together and spend many hours crafting the classroom lists for the next school year.

So, where does parent input fit in? Parents/guardians have an opportunity but are not required to select the best learning style for their child. It is not a teacher popularity contest. All of our teachers are highly qualified and experienced educators. Parents may indicate their preferences, understanding that the school will do its best to accommodate one of their preferences. Please do NOT simply allow your child to make their own choice based on teacher popularity among their peers. While your preferences are important, balanced classrooms are a priority.

Be aware that the list of teachers in each grade level is subject to change before school begins. If a teacher assignment changes, your child will remain in the assigned classroom grouping.

The Teacher Input Survey link and additional information is provided below. The survey for teacher input for the 2026-2027 school year opens on Friday, April 3rd, at 8 am and closes on Sunday, April 12th, at 9PM. Please make a separate request for each of your children.

Please Note:

• Due to the complexity of enrollment and staffing in kindergarten, parent requests for students entering kindergarten are not accepted by any elementary school in our district.
• All teacher/classroom assignments are tentative and subject to change.

Go Cougars!

Mike Macken

April:

• 3rd: No School
• 3rd: Teacher Input Grid opens @ 8AM
• 6th: No School / Teacher Communication - Grading Day
• 7th - 10th: Student Council Food Drive
• 10th: Pre-K Early Release @ 1PM
• 12th: Teacher Input Grid closes @ 9PM
• 14th-15th: MCA Reading Testing (Gr 3-5)
• 16th: 3rd Grade Field Trip to Orchestra Hall
• 16th: Family Dyslexia & Reading Information Night - 6:30-7:30PM (CMS) - More Details Below
• 21st: 2026-27 Kindergarten Round Up (5:30-7PM)
• 21st - 22nd: MCA Math Testing (Gr 3-5)
• 24th: 2nd Grade Music Program @ 2:30PM
• 28th-29th: MCA Science Testing (Gr 5)
• 29th: Kindergarten Field Trip to Children's Museum

• 1st: Fete des Lacs post submissions are due
• 8th: Pre-K Early Release @ 1PM
• 20th: 5th Grade Track/Field Day
• 22nd: 5th Grade Living Wax Museum (2PM-3PM)
• 25th: No School / Memorial Day
• 27th: 4th Grade Field Trip to Children's Theater

June:

• 4th: 1st Grade Field Trip to MN Zoo
• 8th: 5th Grade Party @ The Fun Lab (5PM - 7PM)
• 9th: Last Day of School

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.

The registration page for the Color Run is live!

• When: Sunday, May 3rd (at the end of the Spring Festival)
• Who: Everyone!
• Where: Centerville Elementary
• Registration: Register by Friday, April 10th to order a t-shirt. Non-shirt registrations welcome until the day of the event.

Learn more and register at https://app.givebacks.gives/cptacolorrun2026

The MCAs are coming up in April for our 3rd - 5th graders. Please plan appointments and absences, when possible, around the below dates to provide the best environment for testing and fewest interruptions for testers.

Testing will take place in the morning on the following days:

Grades 3-5:

· Reading - Tuesday, April 14th and Wednesday, April 15th

· Math - Tuesday, April 21st and Wednesday, April 22nd

Grade 5 Only (Science)

· Science - Tuesday, April 28th and Wednesday, April 19th

Why?

• To help support and nourish community members who may be facing food insecurity.

Where does the food go?

• All donations will go to the Centennial Food Shelf feel free to explore their work if you're interested in learning more!

When?

• April 7th–10th

What can be donated?

• Non-perishable proteins (canned meat, nut butters)
• Shelf-stable meals (soup, chili)
• Cooking & baking essentials (oils, spices, flour, sugar)
• Any non-perishable foods

Friendly Competition 🎉
This will be a grade-level competition!

• Each food item = 1 point
• Monetary donations: $1 = 1 point (checks made out to CPTA)

🏆 The grade level with the most points will win popcorn courtesy of CPTA!

Thank you for your support in making this a meaningful and impactful event for our community!

• CLICK HERE to order now.
• Less than 100 books remain!
• Unsure if you've ordered? Contact Josten's at (800) 328-2435.

"Race Your Heart Out" design sheets were given to K-5 students this week. Please review the below contest details for submissions.

Contest Details:

• Contest is for K-5 students.
• Be sure to include “2026 - 5/8K Fun Run/Walk, Paddle des Lacs” in your design.
• Submit your paper copy to the CVE Front Office
• All entries due by 5/1/2026.
• Questions about this contest, or your entry, can be directed to the Front Office.
• HERE is a link to a blank copy of the entry form if needed.
• Prizes:
• (1) 1st Place: $100 prize & logo appears on the 5/8K Fun Run/Walk T-shirt
• (1) 2nd Place: $50 prize
• (1) Honorable Mention: $25 prize

The Summer Activity Guide is open for registration! Be sure to check out all the fun and engaging offerings available!

· Sports and recreation

· STEM, STEAM and academics

· Fine arts and create

· Special interest, events and more! Visit us online, isd12.arux.app.

Community Garage Sale! Saturday, April 25, 9 am-noon at Rice Lake Elementary. Purchase a table to sell items you no longer need or come and shop this multi-sale event. Table cost is $10 for a kids table or $20 for an adult table. Proceeds go to the Community Education Financial Assistance Program.

More happening soon:

Apr. 9- Fencing (gr. 2-5)

Apr. 11- Canvas Fun: Dragonfly at Sunset (ages 6+)

Skyhawks Baseball Camp (ages 5-10)

Apr. 13- After School Youth Soccer (gr. K-5) dates vary by school*

Apr. 14- Skyhawks Flag Football Camps (ages 5-10)

Apr. 17- Deadline to register for GRASP summer academic program (gr. K-5)

Apr. 20- Beginner Outdoor Tennis Lessons (ages 5-15)

Apr. 25- DASH T-Ball Tykes Camp (ages 2-7)

May 4- DASH After School Track & Field Camp (gr. K-4) dates vary by school

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

Centerville Elementary will practice the Shelter / Tornado Drill on Thursday, April 9th. Additional safety information, including information on the protocols and guidance for families, can be found on the Centennial website.

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.

Thank you for your support of the Centennial Area Education Foundation (CAEF) annual gala. Donations are still being accepted for Fund the Need, an initiative marking the second year of an exciting multi-year commitment to enhancing Pre-K– grade 12 Music and Arts Education in our schools. By expanding access to essential resources, we’re ensuring that every student has the opportunity to explore, create, and grow through the arts. With your support, this year we will:

🎺 Equip grades 6-12 band programs with the instruments needed for student participation.

Why It Matters: Arts education nurtures creativity, confidence, and collaboration—essential skills that shape well-rounded, inspired students. Join us in making the arts accessible for all, ensuring that every child, from Pre-K through high school, has the opportunity to discover their creative potential.

Together, we can make a lasting impact!

See the Centennial Area Education Foundation website for more information and to donate.

In ongoing efforts to gather feedback from stakeholders, the School Board is hosting quarterly Listening Sessions for the public. The next session will be held on April 20, 5:30 p.m.-6:15 p.m. in the District Board Room.

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. More information can be found on the Centennial website.

See the registration link below to view a copy of the Summer Activity Guide. Register today so you don't get left out of the fun! Choose from a variety of new and returning favorite offerings for youth and adults: View the Summer Activity Guide at https://heyzine.com/flip-book/da0ca5ad70.html.

Register for offerings online at isd12.arux.app

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