Centennial Parents/Guardians,
Please note the following weekly announcements.
1. Back-to-School Event – Monday, August 17
Join us for our Back-to-School Event on Monday, August 17, from 4:00–6:00 p.m. This open house-style event provides an opportunity to meet teachers, tour the school, and prepare for the first day of school.
Back-to-School Event Information
2. Complete Your Annual PowerSchool Update
If you have not already done so, please complete the required Annual PowerSchool Information Update before the school year begins.
Annual PowerSchool Information Update Instructions
3. Student Course Schedules Available August 12
Student schedules will be available in PowerSchool beginning August 12 after the Annual PowerSchool Information Update has been completed.
4. Pay School Fees Beginning August 12
Skip the lines at our Back-to-School Event by paying your child's school fees early!
Beginning August 12, families may pay school fees either:
In person at the school during regular office hours, or
Provo City School District Fee Payment Portal
5. Free and Reduced-Price Meal Applications
Families may apply for free or reduced-price meals online.
Free and Reduced-Price Meal Application
6. Student Fees and Fee Waivers
Information regarding school fees and fee waivers is available on the Provo City School District website.
School Fees and Fee Waiver Information
7. School Community Council Parent Self-Nominations
Parents interested in serving on the School Community Council are invited to self-nominate. Self-nominations close Wednesday, August 26, at 4:00 p.m.
School Community Council Self-Nomination Form
8. District Assessment Calendar & NWEA Testing
Students will begin NWEA testing on Monday, August 24.
2026–2027 Secondary Assessment Calendar
9. Student Chromebooks
Students will receive an individual Chromebook for the 2026–2027 school year. Chromebook distribution is planned for August 19–20 during English Language Arts classes. Please review the district's Electronic Device User Agreement for Students.
Electronic Device User Agreement for Students
10. Attendance – Excusing Student Absences
Please excuse student absences within one week of the absence. Provo City School District’s attendance policy states the following, “A parent may excuse an absence via a school approved messaging method within a reasonable timeframe… not to exceed one week after the absence.”
To excuse an absence, please contact our Attendance Secretary, Selene Castro, by visiting the school, calling, or emailing cmsattendance@provo.edu. Phone calls and emails will be verified using the contact information listed in PowerSchool.
Provo City School District Attendance Policy
11. Safe Routes to School
If your child walks, rides a bicycle, or uses a micromobility device to travel to and from school, please review Centennial Middle School's approved Safe Routes Plan.
Centennial Middle School Safe Routes Plan
As a reminder, bikes and micromobility devices (e.g., scooters) must be walked on school grounds and sidewalks.
12. E-Bike Safety Information
The Utah Department of Public Safety has published information regarding Utah's updated and new e-bike laws (HB 381).
Utah E-Bike Safety Information (HB 381)
13. Parent Technology Resources
Parents have access to several technology tools to help support their child's learning and online safety.
Canvas Parent Observer: View your child's Canvas courses and assignments.
Canvas Parent Observer Guide
Blocksi: Manage and monitor your child's school-issued Chromebook while it is used at home.
Blocksi Chromebook Management at Home
Bark Alerts: Receive notifications about potential online safety concerns, including cyberbullying, explicit content, and mental health indicators.
Bark Parent Resources
14. Additional Back-to-School Information
Additional back-to-school information can be found here:
Upcoming School Year Announcements
15. Timpview Volleyball Camp
From Timpview Volleyball: Join the Timpview High School volleyball program for a fun morning of learning and improving volleyball skills! The camp is open to girls and boys entering grades 3–8, regardless of experience level. Participants will receive instruction from Timpview coaches and players in passing, serving, setting, hitting, teamwork, and game play. Date: Saturday, August 29. Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Location: Thunderdome – Timpview High School. Who: Girls & Boys, Grades 3–8. Cost: $50 (includes a camp T-shirt)
Timpview Volleyball Camp Registration
All direct replies to this email will be automatically forwarded to Administrative Assistant Liana Mangisi ( lianam@provo.edu).
Best,
Centennial Middle School
Mission
We empower and equip our pack to become a collaborative community in which each person feels safe, develops academic skills, and faces challenges.
Vision
Empower learners for life by building community, scholarship, and resilience.
