Centennial HERO News Aug. 24, 2026

Dear Centennial Academy Families,

The Arthur M. Blank Family Youth YMCA is exploring the possibility of offering Before Care beginning in 2027, and we would love to hear from you!

Before making any decisions, we want to better understand the needs of our families and determine how many families may be interested in this service.

Please take a few minutes to complete the short survey below and share your interest in Before Care.

Before Care Interest Survey: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/hyXE6JQhCM?origin=lprLink

Please note that completing the survey does not guarantee enrollment or confirm that the program will be offered. Your feedback will help us determine the need and next steps for a potential 2027 Before Care program.

Thank you for your feedback and continued partnership!

Dear Centennial Academy Families,

Thank you for your interest in becoming a volunteer at Centennial Academy! We would like to provide an important update regarding the current APS policy for volunteers. All parents and guardians who wish to volunteer, chaperone field trips, assist with school events, eat with their scholars, or otherwise be inside the building and around scholars must complete the APS security clearance process.

The security clearance must be completed in person at the APS CLL Building, located at:

130 Trinity Ave SW
Atlanta, GA 30303

Once you have successfully completed the clearance process, the clearance is valid for two years before renewal is required. We apologize for any inconvenience this process may cause. However, we want to ensure that Centennial Academy remains fully aligned with APS requirements and district safety protocols while helping to maintain a safe environment for all of our scholars.

For additional information and instructions regarding the APS security clearance process, please visit the APS links provided below. If you have any questions or need additional assistance, please contact our Family Engagement Specialist, Mr. Brewer.

CA volunteer opportunities: Volunteer CA

APS Volunteer/Security Clearance: APS Volunteer

Volunteer Policy: Volunteer Board Policy

A HUGE shoutout to Ms. Snipes, parent of 3rd grade scholar Chylon, for volunteering her time to assist with our morning carpool drop-off! Thank you for helping us welcome our scholars and start their day with a smile!

We need more amazing parent volunteers just like Ms. Snipes! Morning Greeters help welcome scholars as they arrive and make our morning arrival run smoothly.

This volunteer opportunity DOES NOT require the full APS background check and is an easy, meaningful way to give back to our CA community!

Interested in volunteering as a morning greeter? Sign up here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/centennial-academy-morning-greeters-tickets-1998431401117?aff=oddtdtcreator

Come help us welcome our Heroes!

Eligibility: Grades K–8
Purpose: The Voice. The Face. The Heart of Centennial.

Scholar Ambassadors serve as representatives of Centennial Academy and model the character, communication, professionalism, hospitality, and servant leadership expected of a Centennial Hero. Throughout the year, scholars develop authentic leadership skills while welcoming visitors, leading school tours, supporting family and community events, emceeing schoolwide programs, and representing Centennial throughout the broader community.

Selection Criteria

Scholar Ambassadors will be selected based on their demonstrated readiness to represent Centennial Academy with excellence.

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Consistent modeling of Centennial's HERO Habits: Helpful, Engaged, Responsible, and Open-Minded

• Positive behavior and adherence to school expectations

• Consistent attendance and punctuality

• Academic effort and responsibility

• Strong or developing communication skills

• Willingness to speak and interact with adults, peers, visitors, and community members

• Dependability and ability to follow through on assigned responsibilities

• School pride and a positive attitude

• Willingness to receive coaching and feedback

• Commitment to servant leadership

Selection will consider the whole scholar. Scholars do not have to enter the program as polished public speakers or experienced leaders. The Scholar Ambassador pathway is designed to identify leadership potential and intentionally develop those skills throughout the year.

Got questions? Email Ms. S. Hodges at shodges@centennial.academy.

APPLICATIONS DEADLINE EXTENDED TO MONDAY, AUG. 24TH!

Scholar Ambassadors Application K-2

Scholar Ambassadors Application 3-8

Calling all 3rd - 8th grade Heroes!

We're looking for 3rd- 8th-grade anchors to join our CA News team. Scan the QR code to sign up. Auditions begin the week of August 24th at 7:40 AM. Please be prepared to recite the Pledge of Allegiance and the HERO Creed.

Monday, Aug. 24

• Uniform Attire

• Athletic Practices

Tuesday, Aug. 25

• Uniform Attire

Wednesday, Aug. 26

• Formal Dress Uniform Required (1st - 8th grade scholars)
• Convocation
• Athletic Practices
• Adventures Hours - pickup at 4:45

Thursday, Aug. 27

• Uniform Attire
• Athletic Practices
• Science Olympiad Practice - pickup at 5:00

Friday,Aug. 28

• CA Spirit Shirts with with grey uniform bottoms

Families, add these important dates to your calendar:

• Sept. 2 - DEE Parent Meeting
• Sept. 4 - Asynchronous Learning Day
• Sept. 7 - Labor Day
• Sept. 8 - Progress Reports
• Sept. 9 - Parent Mixer
• Sept. 11 - Grandparents Day
• Sept. 21 - CA Governing Board Meeting
• Sept. 30 - Leadership Day (Dress Uniform Attire)

• Please ensure that your scholar attends school regularly and arrives on time each day.

• Become involved - Join the PTA Today!

• Join or Share the PTA Membership Form
• Pay the $10 PTA Membership Fee
• Fundraising Volunteer Form

• Save our 2026 - 2027 School Calendar

• Download the Infinite Campus Parent App (Search under Georgia, then Atlanta City)

• Apple - Campus Parent
• Google - Campus Parent

• Ensure that your contact information in the Infinite Campus Parent Portal is updated!

Remember to use a wide variety of online resources and social media sites to stay informed about school news and events.

• School website: www.centennialacademycharter.org

• Facebook: @CentennialAcademy

• Twitter: @CentennialAtl

• Instagram: @CentennialAtl

• Weekly Hero News Bulletin

Website: https://www.centennialacademycharter.org/

Fax: 844.932.2312