The 10th Annual Behind the Lens Film Festival was a night to remember, celebrating a decade of student storytelling and cinematic achievement. The event featured a red carpet entrance, alumni returning to honor the program’s legacy, and a showcase of outstanding films created by students from our middle schools and high school. From powerful narratives to innovative shorts to comedies, each film reflected the passion and creativity of our young filmmakers. The evening featured awards recognizing excellence in directing, editing, cinematography, and more—shining a spotlight on the voices behind the lens.

What a night!

The 10th Annual Behind the Lens Film Festival rolled out the red carpet for student filmmakers, proud alumni, and a packed house of film lovers. Middle and high school students wowed the audience with original films, and awards were presented for excellence in directing, editing, and cinematography. Here's to ten years of storytelling!

A standing ovation has been earned by grade 7 filmmakers in the “Lights! Camera! Action!” class. Students used special effects and advanced editing secrets to produce a short film depicting an illusion of magic. Three of the student films were selected as finalists in the “10th Annual Behind the Lens Film Festival,” which is a judged event open to schools in the Philadelphia area. Three LCMS student films were chosen as finalists, with the overall prize being awarded to Caroline and HunterRaye’s production of “The Magic Doodle.” The entire LCMS community is proud of what these creative and collaborative scholars have accomplished and we celebrate their achievements.

Let’s hope they remember us, when they make it big in Hollywood!

Meritorious Achievement

“Another Planet," by Maiia M., Madeline M., Aleah P.

"Hide and Seek," by Hayden D., Lina L. and Izzy R.

First Place

"Magic Doodle," by Caroline D. and HunterRaye G.

Some former students of Dina McCaffery the Digital Production Teacher at William Tennent High School, surprised her with a video of "Where they are Now." Feel Free to check it out below!

Log College hosted its annual Food and Culture Night as well as its 5th Grade Parent Information Session on Thursday evening. Principal Patrick Golderer says "It was wonderful to meet so many of our future LCMS students and their families while also having the opportunity to try some amazing foods from around the world!"

Congratulations to Junior, Travis Donovan (2026), for breaking the 100mm outdoor school record two times in 10 days!

April 16, 2025 - Abington Invitational - 11.07

April 26, 2025 - Whippets Invitational - 11.00

On Tuesday, April 8, the Board and Administration presented Athletic Director John Creighton with a certificate to celebrate his achievement in being named the PA State Athletic Director's Association Region 1 Athletic Director of the Year!

Seniors Dakota Landis and Leah Stever continue to excel musically, adding to their impressive list of accomplishments. From April 24-27, 2025, they participated in the NAfME (National Association for Music Education) All Eastern Choir in Hartford, CT. There, they joined 180 students from Maine to Maryland, rehearsing and performing under the direction of choral maestro Dr. Anton Armstrong from St. Olaf College.

The journey to this honor is rigorous. Each year, Pennsylvania high school musicians audition at the district level, with top performers advancing to compete at the PMEA (Pennsylvania Music Educators Association) Region level. The highest-ranking students qualify for Pennsylvania All-State ensembles, making them eligible for NAfME All Eastern ensembles the following year. Dakota and Leah earned their spots through a state-wide audition which earned them a spot in the 2024 PMEA All State A Cappella Ensemble, which performed in Erie last April.

In addition to this achievement, Leah was selected for the 2025 PMEA All State A Cappella Ensemble, performing in Pocono Manor, PA from April 9-11.

Dakota and Leah will be performing with the rest of their talented senior class in their final WT concert next thursday, May 8 at 7pm. Admission is free if you'd like to send off the class of 2025 and hear some great and fun vocal music!

Dakota's Honors Ensembles

★ BCMEA County Choir (2023/2024)

★ PMEA District 11 Band (2025)

★ PMEA District 11 Choir (2024/2025)

★ PMEA Region 6 Choir (2024)

★ PMEA All-State Contemporary Acapella (2024)

★ NAfME All Eastern Mixed Choir (2025)

Leah's Honors Ensembles

★ BCMEA County Choir (2023/2024/2025)

★ PMEA District 11 Choir (2023/2024/2025)

★ PMEA All-State Contemporary Acapella (2024/2025)

★ NAfME All Eastern Mixed Choir (2025)

Our K-12 Fine Arts Showcase is tonight, Friday, May 2nd. It is an event our Art and FCS departments are super proud of, and we have been lucky enough to have tons of support for the 40 years we've been running it. You don't want to miss it!

Looking for more information and a free copy of A Parent’s Guide to Phonics: Understanding How to Help Your Child with Reading and Spelling?

Centennial School District is proud to offer:

• follow-up videos on the CSD YouTube Channel

• a free book for each family (contact your child’s school office)

Thank you to the CSD Elementary Reading team members who created these videos: Kim Flounders, Miriam Infanti, Dawn Kremer, Lisa Laatsch, Erin Landy, Danyel Masey, Jennifer McArdle, Rose Miele, Kelley O’Leary, and Susan Stackhouse.

Join us this summer for LEGO Robotics Camp! Students entering grades 4th-6th can learn some engineering and programming basics while working collaboratively to tackle a FIRST LEGO League Challenge! Learn from high school students and experience a demonstration from our high school robot. Every camper receives a t-shirt! Register now at www.centennialsd.org/wtrobotics

Now is the time to sign up for one of the best youth soccer camps! The William Tennent Soccer Camp is here! Scan QR code for more information.

Every single day, our amazing Centennial Food Service team shows up with heart,

making sure our students are nourished, energized, and ready to take on the day.

You’re not just serving meals, you’re serving care, kindness, and smiles.

School Lunch Hero Day (May 2, 2025) is our chance to recognize and thank these

everyday heroes for all they do. Let’s show our appreciation and celebrate the incredible

impact they have on our school community!

The GIANT Company today announced its Feeding School Kids initiative, in partnership with its customers, raised more than $1.2 million to address food insecurity throughout local public school districts in the communities it serves.

“Studies have shown a direct correlation between good nutrition and a student’s ability to learn, which is why our Feeding School Kids initiative is so important in helping local public school districts eliminate hunger,” said Jennifer Scott, vice president, chief human resources and community relations officer, The GIANT Company. “Together with our customers and team members, we have raised more than $8.5 million over the past five years to ensure students can focus on learning and not worrying about where their next meal may come from.”

The Centennial School District uses Raptor Volunteer Management System to provide a more efficient and effective process to verify and track volunteer clearances. Please visit our website (scroll down to see "How Do I Submit My Paperwork?" to learn more about our volunteer guidelines and/or to upload your clearances to Raptor Volunteer Management System.

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May

May 13: CSD School Board Meeting, 7:00 pm

May 20: All Schools Closed & Offices Open

May 23: All Schools Closed & Offices Open (Grs. K-12 Inservice Professional Learning)

May 26: All Schools & Offices Closed (Memorial Day)

May 27: CSD School Board Meeting, 7:00 pm

May 30: Early Dismissal Grs. K-5; Grs. K-5 Grading Day; Grs. 6-12 Full Day of School

On Tuesday, February 25, 2025 the Board of School Directors approved the district calendar for the 2025/2026 school year. I want to thank the committee members for their time and efforts in developing the calendar.

The committee was charged with developing a calendar that maintained a continuity of student learning and continuity of professional learning to improve student learning and growth.

(Back row from left to right): Mr. Flemming Godiksen (Vice President), Mr. Mark Gindhart (Assistant Secretary), Dr. Kathleen Maguire, Mr. Michael Hartline (Front row from left to right): Mrs. Jane Schrader Lynch; Mrs. Patti Crossan; Dr. Dana T. Bedden (Superintendent), Mr. Tony Sadowski, Mrs. Mary Alice Brancato (President), Mr. Charles H. Martin not pictured.

Are you multilingual? Would you like to earn $ and help CSD families?

Do you know someone who is multilingual and available to provide interpretation or translation services during or after school hours?

We would like to grow the list of interpreters & translators that we call upon on an as needed basis. Please share our job posting: https://www.applitrack.com/centennialsd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Independent+Contractor

Spread the word that Centennial School District is hiring!

Check out our employment webpage for a complete list of vacancies. https://www.centennialsd.org/employment

If you know anyone who might be interested in these positions, please have them apply. We offer competitive rates, excellent perks, and benefits, including a pension. For questions, please call 215-441-6000, Ext. 11034.

Enter to win the Ultimate Disney Experience and support education!

We've partnered with Tix for Good to bring you this fun and exciting vacation!

The trip consists of:

Vacation for a family of five, including -

*6 days & 5 nights of Disney magic - (August 21–26, 2025)

*Park Hopper Passes - to all four iconic Disney parks: Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot, and Disney Studios

*Luxury accommodations at the Grand Floridian Resort & Spa

This fundraiser supports grants and scholarships for students.

Every donation brings you closer to winning this unforgettable adventure while helping a great cause. Don’t miss out, enter today and make dreams come true for your family!

Enter here: https://tixforgood.org/product/disney25?npo=cedf

Contest/Raffle Drawing Rules:

1. Winner must be 18 or older.

2. Prize does not include airfare, meals, parking, etc.

3. Taxes are the responsibility of the winner.

4. Winner must sign a publicity & liability release

For full contest rules visit: https://tixforgood.org/official-sweepstakes-rules

Thank you for supporting the Centennial Education Foundation.

Don't miss our 5th Annual Bruce Beaton Memorial Golf Outing on Monday, June 16th, 2025!

Registration includes:
*18 holes of Golf
*Golf Cart
*Breakfast & Lunch
*Hit it to Win it Green
*Prizes, 50/50 and Silent Auction

All proceeds benefit Centennial Education Foundation and our mission to provide educational opportunities and programs for the students of the Centennial School District.

Link to register: https://centennialef.networkforgood.com/events/79109-5th-annual-bruce-beaton-golf-outing

Last week, we had a wonderful morning celebrating with teachers, educators, supporters and sponsors at the 2025 CEF Grant Awards Breakfast.

BIG THANKS to Ann's Choice for hosting and presenting a hearty breakfast for everyone!!
THANK YOU to all of our board members who work all year long to keep the mission of delivering above and beyond experiences for the students of the Centennial School District!
THANK YOU to our individual and community business partners who sponsored these awesome grants!
CONGRATULATIONS to all the teachers and educators who received grants for the upcoming 25-26 school year.

YOU ARE ALL SUPERHEROES! Keep being super!

William Tennent High School seniors only get 4 tickets to graduation. Graduation is such a special time that most families want/need more tickets.

NOW IS THE TIME TO WIN THOSE EXTRA TICKETS!!!

Win VIP seating for 4 people at graduation with RESERVED PARKING!!! Raffle tickets are $5 each or 6 for $20 Winner will be chosen on May 30th

All proceeds benefit the Centennial Education Foundation (CEF)

Buy a raffle ticket here.

Each year, more and more people and organizations are turning to our District to help get the message out about various activities, events, fundraisers, etc. The intent of this process is to support student achievement and to provide mutual assistance and benefit through shared information. Our district spends a great deal of time collecting, reviewing, and posting flyers to the District eFolder. The District no longer is posting eFlyers to any social media outlets or the District cable channel. You may refer to Policy 913 for additional information.

Please click on this link to connect with all the community eFlyers of the month

Website: www.centennialsd.org
Location: 48 Swan Way, Warminster, PA, USA
Phone: (215) 441-6000
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Twitter: @Centennial_SD