Centennial Middle School students will return to classes on Tuesday, October 27, to begin Term 2, marking the end of a scheduled Fall Break. The return follows a period of school closures that included a district professional development day for teachers on Wednesday, October 21.
Term 2 and School Schedule
The transition into the second term begins on Tuesday, October 27, which is designated as an A Day for the school. This return follows a break that spanned from Thursday, October 22, through Monday, October 26.
Upcoming School Activities
Centennial Middle School has several upcoming events and deadlines scheduled for the final days of October and early November. The PTA Reflections contest requires all entries to be submitted by Tuesday, October 27. Additionally, the school will celebrate Red Ribbon Week from October 27 through October 30, an initiative designed to encourage healthy choices and a drug-free lifestyle among students.
Logistics and Safety Drills
The school is also preparing for several logistical and safety-related dates. On Friday, October 30, the school will remove and donate all remaining items from the Lost and Found located in the Main Office. Additionally, students are permitted to wear school-appropriate Halloween costumes on Friday, October 30, provided they follow the guidelines outlined in the school newsletter.
Community Engagement and Safety
Safety protocols and community involvement remain a focus for the school administration. A safety drill to practice the Hold Protocol is scheduled for Monday, November 2. Furthermore, the school is seeking community participation for its upcoming Career Fair, which will be held on Thursday, December 3. Parents, guardians, and community members interested in sharing their career experiences with students are encouraged to complete the presenter interest form found in the school newsletter.
Future Academic Dates
Looking further into the academic calendar, the school will host its annual hearing screenings on November 10 and 11. For those interested in attending the PTA meeting, the next session is scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, at 10:30 a.m. in the CMS Library.
Academic Monitoring
As the school year progresses, administrators continue to encourage parents and guardians to monitor student academic progress. Specifically, the school recommends that families regularly review grades and assignments through PowerSchool and Canvas as the first term concludes.
Further Information Available
The school administration has emphasized the importance of clear communication regarding these schedules. For more specific details on dress-up themes for Red Ribbon Week or specific costume expectations for Halloween, the school directs families to the weekly parent newsletter.
