CSD Weekly Update: April 17 2026

What a spectacular week of music and community! From April 13 - April 16, the Centennial School District came together to celebrate the incredible creativity and dedication of our student musicians during Fine Arts Week. The talent on display was truly inspiring as students took the stage for Orchestra Night, Jazz Night, and Chorus Night. It was a wonderful opportunity for our community to appreciate the arts and support the hard work of these young musicians. We wrapped up this amazing week last night with Band Night at William Tennent High School. Thank you to everyone who attended, listened, and cheered on our students!

The Centennial School District is thrilled to announce that Log College Nurse, Amanda Palo, has been named a 2026 PASNAP School Nurse of Excellence! This prestigious award from the Pennsylvania Association of School Nurses and Practitioners recognizes her exceptional dedication to student health, safety, and well-being. Nurse Palo goes above and beyond every single day to ensure our students are cared for, supported, and ready to learn. Please join us in congratulating her on this incredibly well-deserved statewide recognition!

William Tennent High School student, Nate, just had his Saturday Wawa tradition taken to the next level! A massive thank you to the amazing team at Wawa for creating a memorable and fun experience for him. It is absolutely wonderful to see our local community members stepping up to make our students smile.

Congratulations to Mrs. DeFortuna's and Mrs. McMaster's class on winning the Silver Spoon.

One of our initiatives through Schoolwide Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (SWPBIS) is positive behavior in the lunchroom.

Mrs. DeFortuna's and Mrs. McMaster's classes have shown their PAWSOME behavior for the month of April.

They were awarded with beautifully decorated tables, lunch delivered by Mr. Oswald, and a HUGE Silver Spoon to be held in the class for the month.

From January 1 through March 31, shoppers had the opportunity to round up their purchase at the register at the GIANT stores in Warminster and Southampton to support the Centennial School District’s efforts to combat childhood hunger.

The Centennial School District is incredibly proud to announce that through this initiative we have raised over $15,000, made possible through this local community partnership aimed at supporting students and families of our school district.

GIANT partners with many school districts to support students facing food insecurity. Thanks to the generosity of our community at local GIANT markets, we are able to use these funds directly to assist in paying down student meal debt.

“The Giant Company is a valued partner of the Centennial School District, consistently reaching out to support our efforts in addressing food insecurity within our schools and our community.” said Lori Deni, Centennial Food and Nutrition Manager.

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable day of discovery and free family fun! The Science National Honor Society at William Tennent High School is thrilled to invite our entire community to Science Day on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

This exciting, FREE event is open to all K-12 students, and we encourage parents, friends, and families to come along for the fun. Get ready for a spectacular “Day of Science Experiments & Fun for All.”

As a special treat, the Huf Planetarium at William Tennent High School will be open, hosting FREE planetarium shows for all attendees!

Fourth graders from Davis Elementary had an amazing time at Pennsbury Manor!

O-It was a beautiful, sunny day spent stepping back in time and exploring history in such a hands-on way.

A huge thank you to this incredible fourth grade team for organizing this special experience, and to all of the parent chaperones for helping make the day run so smoothly.

For families that do not have access to a computer, need technical or translation support, the Centennial School District is providing in-person registration events on the following nights. If you are in need of support, but cannot attend one of the dates/times listed below please contact the Registrar at 215-441-6000 x 11046, or email csdregistration@centennialsd.org, or click here to email CSD Registration.

If you plan to attend an in person event, you will need the following:

1. Email address & password (if you already have one, if not we will help you create one)

2. Skyward username & password (if you already have one, if not we will help you create one)

3. ALL of the REQUIRED documents listed in the "Online Registration" section above (if you are unable to make copies, we will scan the document for you)

DAY, DATE, TIME, AND LOCATION

Thursday, March 19, 2026 5:30PM-8:00PM

McDonald Elementary School - Gymnasium

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 6:00PM-8:00PM

Willow Dale Elementary School - Gymnasium

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 6:00PM-8:00PM

CSD Administration Center, 48 Swan Way, Warminster - Board Room

The new state law, Pennsylvania Act 47 of 2025, has made updates to the Public School Code regarding student attendance and truancy. The Act introduces updated attendance rules, especially for cyber charter schools, by defining how they must track attendance for both live (synchronous) and self-paced (asynchronous) instruction. The law also strengthens truancy procedures, which now include new requirements for notices to parents, mandatory use of a School Attendance Improvement Plan (SAIP) for habitually truant students, and a restriction on habitually truant students transferring to a cyber charter school without a judge's approval.

Although Act 47 does not necessitate a change to the Centennial School Board Attendance Policy (CSD School Board Policy 204), this is an ideal opportunity to review important terminology and procedures with regard to student attendance.

General Attendance Information:

In CSD, all students must attend school every day unless they have a lawful (excused) reason for being absent. “Truant” or “truancy” is the legal word to describe a student who is absent from school without lawful permission.

It's course selection time for the 2026-2027 school year! As you discuss next year's course options with your child(ren), remember that CSD has fully virtual learning opportunities available for all students in grades K-12 and blended virtual and in-person learning opportunities available for all students in grades 9-12. Review our Centennial Virtual Learning Academy (CVLA) brochure and ask your guidance counselor about virtual learning at CSD!

Photos by Gryffen Wilson '27

By Kyle Mulholland '27

Get ready to look back on an unforgettable weekend of talent and energy as our High School musical, Mean Girls, took the stage on March 27th and 28th! From start to finish, the show delivered an incredible mix of humor, music, and standout performances that had the audience wanting more.

A huge congratulations goes out to the talented cast who brought the story to life, including Madison Picozzi ‘26 as Cady Heron, Molly Green ‘26 as Regina George, and Omi Mosquera ‘27 as Gretchen Wieners. The dynamic duo of Michael Betschner ‘27 as Damian Hubbard and Kalena Viera ‘26 as Janis Sarkisian added both humor and heart, while Nadine Reale ‘27 as Karen Smith kept the crowd laughing throughout the night. Jack Tittelmayer '28 shined as Aaron Samuels, with Ezra Galrom ‘28 bringing great energy to the role of Kevin G. Jillian Twigg '26 as Mrs. George, Grace Riker ‘26 as Ms. Norbury and Bryan Sadowski ‘26 as Mr. Duvall rounded out the lead cast with strong and memorable performances. Special thanks to the Seniors who took their final bow on the WTHS Stage, including cast members: Mariela Karlick, Maya Simononis, Donny Rank, Lex DiPaolo, Madison Kellogg, Caroline Moritz, Rylee Small, Marilyn McNamee.

Shoutout to the awesome members of the orchestra, whose live music really brought the show to life. Their playing added so much energy to every number and made both the big moments and the funny ones even better. Senior orchestra members: Grace Sabara, Paige Mattis, Ava Weissman, Haley Wyman, and Taylor Greiner.

Of course, none of this would have been possible without the dedicated crew working behind the scenes, whose hard work ensured every scene change, lighting cue, and musical moment ran smoothly. Their effort helped turn an already great performance into a truly polished production.

A special congratulations and thank you goes out to directors Mrs. Hoban, Mrs. McCaffery, and Mr. Abrahamson. Their guidance, creativity, and countless hours of work played a huge role in bringing this production to life and making it such a success.

Overall, the show was a huge success and a testament to the creativity and commitment of everyone involved. It was clear that months of preparation paid off, and the result was a fun-filled, high-energy production that will be remembered by all who attended. Congratulations again to the entire cast and crew on an amazing show!

In order to appropriately place your child and ensure adequate staffing, the due date to register is June 15, 2026. If your child will be new to the Centennial School District for the fall of 2026, we encourage you to register AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

Please visit our registration website at https://www.centennialsd.org/registration. Dates, times, and locations for our in-person registration nights will be posted on this website by the end of January.

If you have questions with regard to registration, you can contact our Registrar:

Phone: 215-441-6000 x 11046

Email: csdregistration@centennialsd.org

If you are in need of language interpretation services, you can contact our Community Liaison:

Phone: 215-441-6000 x 11037

Email: tapial@centennialsd.org

Liberty Urgent Care will continue to provide athletic physicals for the District at a cost of $55 per student. All students should indicate that they are from the Centennial School District when scheduling or arriving for their appointment.

Sophomore Savannah Davis-Houpe came in 1st place at the Cardinal Invitational this past Friday 4/10/26 at Upper Dublin HS. Savannah beat out 30 competitors and qualified for Districts with a Triple jump of more than 37 feet! This is an extraordinary achievement as she qualified for districts by more than 2 feet and beat her personal best by 3 feet! On top of her achievements in Track and Field, she is maintaining a 92% average in the classroom across all content areas. She is the true definition of a student athlete!

Anyone who is interested in joining sports at William Tennent and has questions should contact the following coaches for more details specific to your sport. Visit our Contact a Coach webpage today.

For more information on daily game schedules, stories, and accomplishments, visit our William Tennent Athletics website at https://williamtennentpanthers.com/ or Instagram - @wths_sports

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.

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.

Student Registration

Employment at CSD

District eFolder (Community Flyers)
Student and Staff Wellness
Free & Reduced Lunch Information
Lunch Menus

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

When you join us on the course, you’re doing more than enjoying a beautiful day—you’re helping fund programs, resources, and experiences that make a real difference in the Centennial School District.

Sunny skies, great company, and a meaningful cause are all waiting for you at the Centennial Education Foundation Annual Golf Outing!

Date: Friday, June 26

Location: Five Ponds Golf Course

Shotgun Start: 10 AM – spots are limited!

Cost: $150 per golfer

Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just in it for the sunshine and camaraderie, this outing is the perfect way to kick off summer—while directly supporting local students.

Friendly competition for the Centennial Cup

Fun contests, prizes, and great food

And the chance to make a lasting impact in our schools

Whether you register solo or bring a full foursome, every golfer helps create more opportunities for our students.

Register today!

https://centennialef.networkforgood.com/events/96950-the-centennial-cup-golf-outing

We hope to see you on the course!

Grab a Gift Card and support CEF!

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How it works:

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· Know that you are supporting CEF’s mission to raise funds for education throughout the year, thanks to the brands that give back to support our community!

Create a free account on the RaiseRight mobile app or at www.RaiseRight.com or scan the QR code to be taken to our sign up page.

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Happy Shopping and thank you for your support!

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
Facebook: facebook.com/centennialsd
Instagram: @centennialsd