OCTOBER NEWSLETTER

We are excited to begin a new school year full of opportunities, learning, and growth! September is the time to settle into routines, get involved in activities, and set goals for success.

Center Consolidated School District Families:

Starting September 8th the District is initiating an automated system that will send email, texts, and Infinite Campus Inbox messages regarding your students attendance. When a student is marked absent in their class you should receive this automated message. Our goal is to communicate with families regarding their child's attendance in a timely manner. At the Secondary level (Center High and Skogland Middle) if a student is marked with an unexcused tardy a message will be sent starting at 4:20 PM.

If you have questions or concerns regarding who is being contacted please contact the office secretary or make the changes in your Campus profile.

Infinite Campus Parent Log In

Attendance Procedures 2025-2026

Familias del Center Consolidated School District:

A partir del 8 de septiembre, el Distrito implementará un sistema automatizado que enviará correos electrónicos, mensajes de texto y mensajes a través de Infinite Campus sobre la asistencia de sus estudiantes. Cuando un estudiante sea marcado como ausente en su clase, usted recibirá este mensaje automático. Nuestro objetivo es comunicarnos con las familias sobre la asistencia de sus hijos de manera oportuna. En la escuela secundaria (Center High y Skogland Middle), si un estudiante es marcado como ausente sin justificación, se enviará un mensaje a partir de las 4:20 p. m.

Si tiene preguntas o inquietudes sobre a quién se está contactando, comuníquese con la secretaria de la oficina o realice los cambios en su perfil del campus. En la página siguiente se encuentran los procedimientos de asistencia que seguirá el distrito para el año escolar 2025=2026

Inicio de sesión para padres de Infinite Campus

Attendance Procedures 2025-2026

Keeping Our Schools Safe

At Center Schools, student safety is always our top priority. Like most schools across the country, we use the Standard Response Protocol (SRP).

This is a simple and clear plan that helps everyone—students, staff, and families—know what to do in different situations.

We want you, as parents, to feel confident knowing that your child is learning and practicing these safety steps throughout the year.

👉 [https://iloveuguys.org/The-Standard-Response-Protocol.html]

✅ The 5 SRP Actions

• Hold – Students stay in their classroom while hallways are kept clear.

  
  

• Secure – Everyone comes inside; learning continues as normal.

  
  

• Lockdown – Doors locked, lights out, students stay quiet and out of sight.

  
  

• Evacuate – Students move safely to another location (like during a fire drill).

  
  

• Shelter – Students take safety steps for severe weather or hazards.

  
  

  
  

By practicing these steps, students and staff are prepared and ready—helping us create a safe place for learning every day.

Health awareness

• Breast Cancer Awareness Month: An annual campaign dedicated to educating people about breast cancer and the importance of early detection through screenings.
• ADHD Awareness Month: Promotes better understanding of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and advocates for more effective, inclusive treatment.
• Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Aims to raise public awareness about domestic violence and educate communities on prevention.
• Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month: Honors the lives lost to miscarriage, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), and other causes during pregnancy or infancy.
• National Physical Therapy Month: Recognizes the positive impact of physical therapists and physical therapy on patients' lives.
• Health Literacy Month: Highlights the importance of health literacy in improving health outcomes for Americans.
• Liver Cancer Awareness Month: Raises awareness about the disease and emphasizes preventative measures.
• World Mental Health Day (October 10): An international day for mental health education and advocacy.

• Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15–Oct. 15)
  Celebrating the history, culture, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
  
  

• Suicide Prevention Month
  Let’s spread hope and resources. If you or someone you know needs support, dial 988.
  
  

• Attendance Awareness Month
  Every day counts! Being in school daily builds habits for success.
  

Unlock Scholarships, College Admissions Secrets,

and a Chance to Win a MacBook!

Here's your chance to learn how to make your college dreams a reality!

Come to the College and Financial Aid Showcase. It's a free, half-day event created to help you and your family get the facts you need to build your confidence about college planning and financial aid.

Who Should Attend?

· High school seniors graduating in 2026

· High school juniors graduating in 2027

· Parents and guardians

What You Will Gain:

· Connect with top scholarship providers, universities, and financial institutions.

· Learn insider strategies for navigating college admissions and financial aid.

· Attend three focused breakout sessions on financial aid and scholarships.

· Leave with a clear roadmap for college applications and funding.

Special Giveaway:

Visit the Alpine Bank table during the event to register for your chance to win one of three MacBooks!

Don't miss this one-of-a-kind event!

CLICK HERE to learn more and see the full list of universities and scholarship providers attending!

Date:

Saturday, October 4, 2025

Time:

8:00 — 11:00 am

Location:

CSU Spur Campus Hydro & Vida Building

4777 National Western Drive

Denver, CO 80216

Learn the latest news, updates & deadlines

The Next Level Feedback

Play NAIA Registration Fee Update

The Council of Presidents Committee, which oversees the NAIA Eligibility Center, approved a ten-dollar increase in student registration fees. The new fees go into effect September 15, 2025.

Freshmen: $110

· U.S. and Canadian high school students going directly to an NAIA institution immediately after graduation.

Freshmen with a break: $145

· U.S. and Canadian students who took a break between high school graduation and NAIA enrollment, with no previous post-secondary enrollment.

Transfer students: $160

· U.S. and Canadian students who have any post-secondary enrollment after high school graduation.

International students: $170

· Students who graduated high school outside of the U.S. and Canada, have international post-secondary enrollment, or who have international competitive experience.

Encourage your NAIA-bound student-athletes to make payments now to avoid higher fees!

Early Decision Reminder

Students have the opportunity to gain eligibility in the NAIA as early as the completion of their junior year of high school. College coaches look for initiative and early decisions can set your students apart, as well as give them a competitive advantage when it comes to recruitment.

The eligibility center accepts junior-year final, senior mid-year, and senior final transcripts.

Early Decision and Freshman Requirements

Fee Waiver Policy

Students can request a fee waiver for the NAIA Eligibility Center registration fee. All fee waivers are submitted through the NAIA High School Portal, regardless of when the student graduated high school. You can approve or deny the fee waiver by clicking on the green "Assess Fee Waiver" button next to the student's name in your school's portal.

Students are eligible for the registration fee waiver if they meet one of the following qualifications:

· Qualified for a waiver of SAT or ACT testing fees or

· Used the federal free or reduced-priced school lunch program

Additional information can be found here.

"Back to School" Best Practices

· Please review and edit (if necessary) the “Manage Users” list in your school’s account. It is important that this list is up-to-date, as the users appear on the student’s profile for them to reach out to.

· Review the “Resources” tab in your portal for information about the NAIA eligibility process to better assist and educate your students.

NAIA High School Portal Guide

Student Resources

Here are a few great resources to share with your NAIA-bound student-athletes:

· Early Decision and Freshman Requirements

· Guide for the College-Bound Student-Athlete

· NAIA Fee Waiver Guide

· 2025-2026 Official & Policy Handbook

· NAIA School Locations

· Find Your Path

· NAIA Student-Athlete Wellness Center

Students should also utilize the “Resources” tab found on their PlayNAIA account for all information regarding NAIA eligibility.

College Ave

Paying for college can be stressful. NAIA has partnered with College Ave, a private student loan company, to provide financing options without the stress. Educating high school juniors, seniors, and their families on the many aspects of paying for college is important to College Ave, and because of that, they continually create a broad array of educational content.

For those trying to figure out how they’re going to pay for school, they’ve likely thought about different ways. Please click here to watch a video to learn more. To see more information about College Ave's student loan program, click here.

Help your high school athletes find their path to success in collegiate athletics with the NAIA!

· We want to help high school student-athletes #FindYourPath

· Share the NAIA options with your student-athletes

· Click here to learn more about their choices and why others have chosen the NAIA and to learn that there's No Place Like the NAIA

Talk openly about bullying

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, making it a good time to have an open conversation about this topic.

• Discuss what bullying is: Teach your child to recognize what bullying looks like and to know that it is not okay.
• Encourage reporting: If your child sees or experiences bullying, teach them to tell a trusted adult.
• Practice assertiveness: Role-play calm and confident ways to tell a bully "stop" or to walk away from a bad situation.
• Highlight kindness: Emphasize the importance of showing kindness to others and helping those who are being bullied.

Our MS Gifted and Talented students have created a Cell Phone Tech Manual for supporting our community with basic cell phones needs. The manual can be accessed by scanning the QR Code below or using the following link: https://bit.ly/4j64GQI

• The original jack-o'-lanterns were not pumpkins. The tradition began in Ireland with turnips and potatoes, but Irish immigrants in America discovered that pumpkins were much easier to carve.

• Mahatma Gandhi: The leader of India's non-violent resistance movement was born on October 2, 1869.

PICS (Parents Involved in Centro Schools & Students)

PICS is a program created to strengthen the partnership between families, students, and the school. Our goal is to encourage and support parents in being actively involved in their children’s academic success and social-emotional growth.

We meet twice a month, featuring different topics and guest speakers, to provide families with tools, resources, and opportunities that foster learning and unity. Together, we are building strong connections between school, families, and our community.

• Trivia: What year was the U.S. Constitution signed?
  (Answer: 1787)

  
  

• Quote of the Month: “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” – Nelson Mandela

Hello families! My name is Dalia Molina, and I’m excited to keep serving as the Parent Engagement Coordinator for our Middle School and High School. My role is to strengthen the connection between school and home by supporting parents, students, and teachers in working together for student success.

Throughout the year, I’ll be sharing resources, organizing family events, and creating opportunities for parents to be more involved in their child’s education. I look forward to partnering with you to ensure our students feel supported both inside and outside of the classroom.

Please feel free to reach out to me anytime with questions, ideas, or ways you’d like to get involved—we are stronger together!

Dalia Molina

719-754-2903

719-580-541

dmolina@center.k12.co.us