CVE Friday Flash
May 22, 2026
Mr. Macken's Message
Centerville Families,
As we approach Memorial Day weekend, I want to take a moment to honor and thank all current and former military personnel for their service, especially those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. With a father and brother who have proudly served, I deeply appreciate the sacrifices made to keep our nation safe. Your courage, selflessness, and dedication are truly commendable.
Upon our return from the long weekend, there will be just eleven school days remaining. We need your assistance in ensuring that all students return their library books. Please remind your children to bring their books to the library, so we can prepare for next year’s checkouts smoothly.
Go Cougars!
Mike Macken
Dates to Remember
May:
- 25th: No School / Memorial Day
- 27th: 4th Grade Field Trip to Children's Theater
June:
- 3rd: CHS Class 2026 Senior Walk ~10:30am
- 3rd: 1st Grade Bug Project - 2:30PM - 3:15PM
- 4th: 1st Grade Field Trip to MN Zoo
- 8th: 5th Grade Party @ The Fun Lab (5PM - 7PM)
- 9th: Last Day of School
July:
- 7th: Last day to order Spouts School Supply Kit
- 12th: Report Cards are available to parents @ 7AM
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.
Congratulations CVE Staff!
Each year, our district recognizes employees for their years of service with milestone pins, celebrating their ongoing dedication to our schools and students. It is a meaningful tradition that reflects the heart of our district: people who stay, grow, and give their best year after year.
I am proud to say that Centerville is full of staff who live out that commitment every day. Thank you for the loyalty, care, and consistency you bring to your work. Your efforts make a difference and are felt deeply by our students and families.
Employee Of The Year:
Jenna Matteson Laabs5 Year:
Erik Coyan - Heather Hess - Mikayla Johnson - Hannah Laiho - Tanya Lemon - Anna Newman - Kim Rome - Jayita Sarkar - Petra Nelson10 Year:
Chris Carman15 Year:
Pam Bordson25 Year:
Ann Brzinski - Corey Mathison - Tony Valentini35 Year:
Troy NickelRetirees:
Marlene Chamberlain - Doreen Kangas - Deb WeirYearbooks Have Arrived!
- Beginning Tuesday, May 26th, if you did not purchase a yearbook we do have limited copies available to purchase for $35.00.
- Please bring a check made out to CPTA or exact cash.
- First come, first serve. We cannot hold yearbooks.
- All yearbooks will be distributed to students on Friday, June 5th.
Don't remember if you purchased one? Contact Lori Shaw shawl@jostens.com 1-800-262-9725.
Message From The Health Office
As the end of the school year approaches, it is time to make arrangements to pick up medication or supplies in the health office. If your child has medication at school, they will need to be picked up by the parent/guardian. Please plan a date/time for pickup of these items. It is district policy that ALL medications (prescription or over the counter) be picked up by parent/guardian, NO medications will be allowed to be transported by students, and no medication can remain in the health office during the summer. Thank you!
2026-27 School Supplies
Order your School Supply Kit for the 2026-27 School year now!
- Sprout Website: https://sproutsupplies.com/order
- School Code: CES487
- Order Deadline: Tuesday, July 7th
Make it an easy summer!
Supply kits are delivered to the school and will be on your child(ren)'s desk at open house!
Cougar Club Winners
We are so proud of the way these students show the 4 R’s every day!
Principals Chair:
Lucy Hugger
Pizza Winners
Vivian Otto
Qaalii Tesso
Emma Pautsch
Anders Segelstrom
Logan Augustine
Makenna Saltz
Haestin Ellis
Kaavya Sapkota
Tarek Redzic
Alexia Wright
Moneti Amuma
Isaac Boettcher
Abigail Lee
Felicity Westholter
Prize WInners
Mackenzie Shields
Harvey Hewson
Ayra Arremreddy
Violet Van Ee
SiriKit Vue
Everley Yang
Ryan Deutsch
Thea Kerr
Annabel Shoup
Milki Bullo
Alanna Moua
Calvin Sailsbury
Lucia Sutton
Vivian Thomas
Community Education
Be sure to join us this summer for free music concerts at Golden Lake Park in Circles Pines for Music on the Lake-It’s Golden!
· June 11, Teddy Bear Band
· June 18, Centennial Community Band
· June 25, Roxxy Hall Band
· July 9, Salsa del Soul
Go online for the full list of concerts, isd12.arux.app.
More happening soon:
May 31- Track & Field Camp (ages 4-12)
Jun. 7- Beginner Tennis Lessons (ages 5-16)
Jun. 9- Coach Pitch Baseball (ages 6-10)
Jun. 10- Boys & Girls Basketball Open Gym (entering gr. 4-6)
Jun. 11- Centennial Theater: Glinda of Oz (entering gr. 2-6)
Jun. 12- Deadline to register for summer swim lessons!
Jun. 15- Spanish Sports & Games Summer Camp (entering gr. 1-5)
Monster Mash Art (entering gr. 1-6)
Swiftie-Tastic Art (ages 4-9)
Jun. 16- More Than Pink (entering gr. 4-7)
Jun. 22- Skyhawks Cheer Camp (ages 6-12)
Skyhawks Flag Football (ages 6-12)
DASH Basketball (ages 6-12)
DASH Volleyball (ages 6-12)
Go online to view all fall activities and to register, community.isd12.org.
Digital Backpack
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.
We’re Hiring
Don’t miss this chance to get involved and make a difference in the Centennial School District! Centennial Schools is hiring for the 2026-27 school year. You can view open positions and information on the Centennial website.
SUN Bucks: Summer food program
Families who were approved for educational benefits for the 2025-2026 school year may receive $120 for each eligible school-aged child, ages 7-17, to buy groceries when school is out this summer through SUN Bucks, a program offered by the United States Department of Agriculture.
Note: All students are not automatically eligible because of the free meal program offered at Centennial Schools. Students must quality for SUN Bucks through the Educational Benefits Application process. Already approved households do not need to re-apply to receive SUN Bucks. Students directly certified through programs such as SNAP, MFIP, FDPIR, and other programs automatically qualify for SUN Bucks. See the Centennial Website for SUN Bucks information as well as other summer food programs.
Contact Information
Email: tbuescher@isd12.org
Website: www.isd12.org/cve
Location: 1721 Westview Street, Centerville, MN, USA
Phone: 763.792.5800