Husky News

We have officially raised $36,296 for field trips, teacher and staff grants, and classroom resources!!! Amazing!! A big part of that is YOU getting invested, so way to go! 

Thank you Centennial Community for your support!

A Note from Mr. Weide:

Mark your calendar! Monday, May 12th, 2025 is our Centennial Field Day Event!

Dear Parents,

Wow!  This year has gone by fast.  And Field Day has snuck up on us (Monday, May 12th) even faster.  So, I’d like to give everybody a “heads-up” about what is going on. 

The times for field day are:

9:30 – 11:15ish for 3^rd and 4^th grades, and Mrs. Dufour’s grade class.

1:30 – 3:15ish for Kindergarten and 1^st grade, Mrs. Talbott’s and Mrs. Colton’s 2^nd grade classes, and SSN.

Your child’s class will be divided into three teams.  Colors for each team will be determined in their class.  The students will compete against their own classmates.  And of course, they will want to wear their tennis shoes.  You all are welcome to join us, watch as your child participates, and enjoy the great weather we are going to have on Monday (just being optimistic).  Our 5^th graders are going to help run the field day, so don’t worry, we won’t put you to work.  If you would like to help out, please let me know.  I hope to see you there.

Play Fair,

Mr. Weide

Centennial Physical Education

Be prepared for Field Day: Sunscreen, athletic shoes, dry towel, and change of clothes for your child are a good idea.

Book Fair is open at the Centennial Library…. 

just in time to load up on great books for summer reading!  

Book Fair Dates: May 8 to May 16 

Book Fair Times: 8:55am to 4:00pm

Open Late: Wednesday, May 7 from 3:30pm to 6:00pm 

Each class is given time to shop during their regular library time.  

About Book Fair eWallet

Give your child a safe, cashless way to shop at the Book Fair. This digital payment option can be used at the in-school Book Fair or online at the Virtual Book Fair, where you’ll discover an expanded selection of over 5,000 products. Plus, every purchase benefits our school! 

How It Works

• Create an account for each child
• Add funds…
• invite family and friends to contribute
• Shop the Book Fair
• Spend unused funds online or fund an eWallet for your next Fair!

After the Fair, remaining eWallet funds are not returned to a credit card but instead, become a gift card balance that can be used online with Scholastic or to fund an eWallet for a future Book Fair. Be sure to sign in with the same email used to create the eWallet.

To Set Up An eWallet or

Visit Our Fair Online

 copy this address…

https://www.scholastic.com/bf/centennialelementaryschool20

Elementary iPad Settings

Dear Centennial Families,

We’re excited to share some important updates to your child’s iPad settings as part of our Learning Technology Program (LTP). This program provides rich opportunities for students to investigate, communicate, collaborate, create, model, and explore concepts in authentic contexts. To further support this vision and ensure a safe and consistent learning environment, protect student privacy, and foster responsible use of technology, we’ll be implementing a few key adjustments to the iPad settings.

Here’s a closer look at the updates you can expect:

Universal iPad Background

To create a consistent and unified digital environment across our elementary schools, all student iPads will feature a standard St. Vrain Valley Schools background.

Passcodes Required for Grades 4-5

Beginning next school year, students in 4th and 5th grade will be required to set a passcode on their iPads to help protect personal information. Our school staff will guide students through this process and will be available to assist with passcode resets if needed. Please ensure your child understands the importance of keeping their passcode private.

Our school will also have the ability to implement additional restrictions on a student’s iPad if further support for focus and learning is necessary. We will communicate directly with families if such measures are put in place for their child.

We believe these changes will help foster a safe, focused learning environment, while still encouraging the creativity, exploration, and authentic learning experiences that are at the heart of our Learning Technology Program.

We appreciate your partnership in supporting a safe and enriching learning environment for all our students. If you have any questions about these updates, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

Sincerely,

Jenn Byxbe 

Principal 

Safety Patrol 

Thank you to our dedicated students who served on our AAA Safety Patrol teams for the 1st and the 2nd Term this school year. We appreciate your support in keeping all Centennial students safe at Centennial. We look forward to welcoming a new group of 4th and 5th grade students to join us for the 25/26 school year. 

Enrichment Classes – please note that all classes have been cancelled until the week of May 19th.  Please make sure to check your email regarding updates on classes scheduled for May – some have been rescheduled. Please reach out to Jen Kenfield at [email protected] with questions

Community Schools Registration Information for the 25/26 School Year

Please view the attached flyer with information about Community Schools registration for next year. Registration opens on Friday, April 4th, 2025 at noon.

Want to help PTO? Scan this QR code to help out next year!  -Centennial PTO

Register for 2025-2026 Transportation Services

St. Vrain’s Transportation Department is dedicated to consistently delivering excellent service for our students and their families and we are currently preparing for the upcoming school year. If you are interested in having your child ride the bus for the 2025-2026 school year, please apply for transportation services as soon as possible. St. Vrain’s Transportation Department makes every effort to accommodate as many eligible riders as possible. 

Apply for transportation services online.

Visit Transportation Services online to learn more about eligibility requirements.

Community Information Meeting: New PK-8 School in Mead
St. Vrain Valley Schools is hosting a community meeting on Monday, May 12 from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. at Mead High School to share updates on the new PK-8 school coming to Mead. Attendees will hear about proposed boundary changes, construction and enrollment timelines, and the process for selecting the school’s name and mascot. The meeting will also include opportunities to ask questions and share valuable community feedback.

Representatives from district departments including operations, transportation, special education, Community Schools, and preschool will be available to provide information and answer questions.

Learn more about the new school and the 2024 Bond supporting this project.

Attention 5th Grade Students interested in Project Launch 2025 at Coal Ridge

Project Launch students can strengthen their reading and math abilities over the summer in a fun, friendly, camp-like environment. Current 5th grade students can enroll in Project Launch at Coal Ridge. Dates will be June 2nd-June 26th, Mon. – Thurs. from 7:45am – 1:45pm.

Attendance

Our current attendance rate is at 94.41%. We have 8 days to reach our goal of 95% so we can slime Mrs. Byxbe/Mrs. Coniglio.  Congratulations to Kindergarten for winning the trophy for the class with the highest attendance rate this past month. We will be inviting all students who have 5 or less absences to our Strive for Five Challenge celebration on Weds., May 21st at 3:00pm with Mrs. Byxbe and Mrs. Coniglio. 

PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Support) 

Congratulations to our students for meeting their Class PAW goal for the month of April by staying on TRACK! Students earned a Popcorn or Bubble Party in their classrooms. At our Late Start assembly, we talked about ways students can FINISH STRONG. Students are working hard for this last month of May to earn popsicles at our End of the Year Picnic during our last week of school. Go Huskies!! 

Frederick High School Presents Mariachi Performing Arts Night

Come join our Mariachi Performing Arts Night on Wednesday, May 14 at 7 PM. You will see traditional Mexican music, singing and dancing along with more modern styles such as norteno and cumbia. STEPS Latino Leadership will be selling snacks. Admission is free. 

Take the First Step Toward College Savings with 529 Jump!

We are thrilled to share that all St. Vrain Valley students in kindergarten through 3rd grade are eligible for a $50 scholarship through the 529 Jump program! This St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation program, in partnership with the City of Longmont, is designed to help families start saving for future college expenses through a 529 College Savings Account.

By participating in the 529 Jump program, you can take advantage of compound interest and reduce the need for costly student loans. To get started, simply open a qualified 529 account at www.collegeinvest.org, then visit www.529jump.org to request your $50 scholarship. No deposit is required!

For more information, visit www.529jump.org or contact us at [email protected].

Start saving today for a bright future!

There’s Still Time to Register for Innovation Center Summer Programming!
From outdoor adventures and creative design to coding, aeronautics, music innovation, and more—the Innovation Center’s summer programming offers something for every interest and age group. Open to students entering grades 1–12, these hands-on experiences spark curiosity, build new skills, and create lasting memories. Programs run throughout June and July at Timberline PK-8, Westview Middle, and Frederick High.

Learn more and register today.

Frederick High School Youth Volleyball Camp

Attention all 3rd – 8th Graders….join our Youth Summer Volleyball Camp at Frederick High School from June 24th – 26th, 2025. Work on skill development, team building exercises, and game play. Work with current FHS volleyball players. T-Shirt included with your registration. Camp is limited to 50 players so register early.

Link for information about registration: https://sites.google.com/svvsd.org/frederickvolleyball/youth-camp

Frederick Football Camp

Come join us for our third annual Frederick football camp. The camp is led by the Frederick Golden Eagles HS football team. We work on skills, conditioning, and teamwork. Camp will wrap up on Saturday with a size based scrimmage and a BBQ. Registration includes a shirt and a water bottle. Camp will be held at Frederick High School in the stadium and surrounding fields  ***For ages 10-14. The link to sign up or get more information is https://www.pwfrederickfootball.com/regisration

MEAD MAVERICKS Football Youth Camp

Mark your calendars for July 28th – 30th. Register now and join Coach Klatt, staff, and 2025 Mead High football players for a 3-day Maverick Football Camp. See the flyer below for more information.

MEAD Boys Basketball Summer Camps

All boys entering 3rd – 8th grade this fall are invited to register for this boys basketball camp. See the flyer below for more information.

MEAD Girls Basketball Summer Camp

Mead High School will host a girls basketball camp for 3rd – 8th graders. Camp will be from June 2nd – 4th, 2025.

Mead High School Track & Field Youth Summer Camp

All current 3rd – 8th Graders are invited to learn the fundamentals of track and field from current Mead High athletes. Camp dates are June 17th – June 20th, 2025.

Mead High School Youth Volleyball Camp

Calling all athletes entering grades K – 8th. Mead High School is hosting a youth volleyball camp from June 16th – June 18th, 2025.

Take Your Love for Baseball to the Next Level—Support Public Education with Rockies Tickets! ⚾🎓

Enjoy a Colorado Rockies game while making a difference in local schools! A portion of each ticket sold for the Rockies Community Baseball Games benefits St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation, funding programs for students and teachers.

📅 Game Dates & Opponents:
🏟 May 9-11 – Rockies vs. Padres
🏟 May 23 & 25 – Rockies vs. Yankees
🎟 Tickets start at just $17!

Get your tickets today! Buy Rockies Tickets Here

Support education while cheering on the Rockies- it’s a home run for everyone! ⚾🍎

IPad Insurance is a LifeSaver

Did you miss the window to pay for your child’s IPad Insurance? It’s not too late! Half Year Insurance is now available. The cost is $12.50 per IPad. You can still enroll in insurance provided that someone at Centennial completes an inspection of the iPad first. If it is damaged, the iPad may not be enrolled in insurance until the fee for the existing damage is paid. Please visit the school office today for IPad inspection and insurance payment. Click on the link below to read about what IPad insurance covers and why it is so valuable.

St. Vrain Preschool Expands to Five-Day-A-Week Programs
Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, St. Vrain Valley Schools will offer five-day-a-week preschool programs. Families can explore a variety of high-quality preschool options tailored to meet families’ unique needs, including half-day morning and afternoon sessions, with full-day programs available at select locations. Registration for the upcoming school year begins on December 17.

Visit svvsd.org/preschool for more details and registration information.

Extend Your Child’s Preschool Experience with Wraparound Pre-K Care

St. Vrain Valley Schools offers licensed Wraparound Pre-K Care for children ages 3 to 5 at six school sites, providing a safe and enriching environment to complement preschool or as a childcare option for younger learners. With activities in STEAM, literacy, and creative play, children will build skills and confidence in a nurturing setting. Registration for the 2025-2026 school year opens February 6.

Visit Community Schools online to learn more and register.

Important Dates to Remember:

5/8 – 5/16 – Book Fair

5/12 – SSN Class Field Trip

5/12 – Centennial Field Day

5/21 – 5th Grade Continuation Celebration

5/21 – MHS/FHS High School Grad Walk

5/22 – Kindergarten Program

5/22 – All School Picnic @ 11:30am