Centennial Middle School in Provo recently highlighted several student achievements and classroom activities in a school update. The report detailed celebrations for attendance, musical performances, and various academic projects across multiple grade levels.
The school recently celebrated hundreds of students who met weekly attendance goals. To recognize their commitment to being ready to learn, students participated in a celebration featuring music and ice pops to connect with their peers.
In the music department, Mr. Voght’s General Music class explored the swing era through the composition Sing, Sing, Sing by Benny Goodman. Students utilized historical photographs and short films to study the spirit of the era.
Additionally, the school celebrated the first choir concerts of the school year. The performances showcased the musical talents of the students and the leadership of Mrs. Williams.
Various classrooms engaged in specialized projects, including Mrs. Bishop’s Art Foundations class, where students are designing album covers to represent their personal identities. In Mr. Hunter’s U.S. History classes, students are investigating the American Revolution by analyzing the contributions of influential individuals through historical analysis and discussion.
In Math 8, Mrs. Griffin’s students are using a game called Trashketball to strengthen their understanding of inequalities. This collaborative activity involves writing and solving equations to earn opportunities to shoot a basketball into a trash can for points as they prepare for an upcoming inequalities assessment.
In English Language Arts 8, Mrs. Jessee’s students are developing argumentative writing skills by exploring The Hunger Games. The curriculum involves examining character reliability and using the P.E.E.L.S. technique to organize structured, evidence-based responses.
The school notes that regular attendance is an important part of student success. The school continues to recognize students for their commitment to showing up and being ready to learn.
