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A Note from the Principal:

A Message of Gratitude from Your Principal

Dear Families,

As the school year comes to an end, I am filled with a profound sense of gratitude, pride, and a little bit of heartache. This time of year is always a mix of emotions, but this year is particularly poignant for me. After two incredible years serving as your principal, the time has come for me to say goodbye to this amazing community. It is a truly bittersweet departure.

Over the last two years, I have had the absolute privilege of watching your children grow, learn, and thrive. Together, we have built a culture of kindness, resilience, and academic excellence.Thank you for your unwavering partnership, trust, and dedication to making our school a warm and welcoming place for everyone. Centennial is only as strong as the community that supports it, and this community is nothing short of extraordinary.

Looking Ahead: A Bright Future

While change can be difficult, I want to reassure you that this school is in fantastic hands. The leadership team, alongside our deeply dedicated teachers and staff, are fully prepared to continue the wonderful momentum we have built together. The heart and soul of this school remain unchanged, and the future here is incredibly bright.

As we look toward the upcoming school year, we are also thrilled to welcome some wonderful new faces to our team who will undoubtedly bring fresh energy and talent to our community:

• Justina Carney- Principal
• Jeff Bernstein- Assistant Principal
• Welcome Melissa Dufour, Maureen Williams, and Lisa Naccarato- SPED teachers 
• James Elkins- 5th grade teacher 
• Chelsea Hammond- 2nd grade teacher 
• Lizzie O’Neill- ELL/Interventionist teacher 

Wishing our outgoing staff members all the very best as they embark on their next journeys as well. We appreciate all they have done for our students, and will miss them! 

Wishing You a Wonderful Summer

Before the excitement of August arrives, I hope you all take the time to pause, relax, and recharge. May your summer be filled with sunshine, laughter, and precious time spent with loved ones.

Thank you once again for allowing me to be a part of your lives for the past two years. I will carry the memories made here in my heart forever.

With deepest gratitude and warmest wishes,

Jenn Byxbe 

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Yearbooks have arrived!

Students who ordered their yearbooks will be receiving them this week. If you have not purchased your copy, we have some for sale in the office. We accept cash or checks made out to Centennial Elementary School. 

Quantities are limited!

Hardback: $26.00 (includes additional autograph pages)

Paperback: $20.00

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A Note from Centennial’s Health Clerk:

Medication Pick-up

End of the school year is near! Please be sure to pick up your student’s medications. Feel free to stop by the health office any time or during our family picnic May 21st at 11:30am.

Any medication which is not picked up on the last day of school for students, Thursday, May 21, 2026 will be destroyed.

Immunization Information

Dear families of students attending Colorado kindergarten through 12th grade schools for the 2026-27 school year:

This letter includes important information and other resources about Colorado’s immunization requirements to attend school. There’s nothing more important than making sure your child stays healthy and learning all year long. Routine vaccination can prevent the spread of diseases like measles, mumps, varicella (chickenpox), whooping cough, and others, so kids can just be kids. The vast majority of Colorado families choose to protect their children through vaccination.

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Join us on the last day of school for our annual Centennial Picnic. All grade levels with join their families for a picnic lunch at 11:30am in the field and ground areas behind our school building. Teacher’s will have sign-out sheets if you would like to sign your student out after the picnic.

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CMAS Score Reports

Did you know that the Colorado Department of Education’s Family Portal has everything you need to understand your child’s CMAS results? Log in starting Friday, May 29 to access all things CMAS including a score report and videos to help you understand your child’s results. https://familyportal.pearson.com/CO

¿Sabía que el Portal Familiar del Departamento de Educación de Colorado tiene todo lo que necesita para comprender los resultados de CMAS de su hijo? Inicie sesión a partir del viernes 29 de mayo para acceder a todo lo relacionado con CMAS, incluyendo un informe de calificaciones y vídeos que le ayudarán a comprender los resultados de su hijo. https://familyportal.pearson.com/CO

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Registration Open for Elementary Project Launch

Academic proficiency is an important district goal for elementary students. Research shows that extended school year learning opportunities positively impact student success. 

Project Launch Program Includes:

• Targeted literacy practice daily
• Content literacy in science and social studies
• Focused math study and exploration
• Transportation provided for those who qualify from predetermined bus stops
• Breakfast and lunch provided
• Exiting Kindergarten – 4^th Grade Students
• Available at no cost to families

Date & Times

June 1 – June 25, 2026 

Monday-Thursday

8:30-3:30 PM

Attendance all 16 days is critical

We will close individual grade levels when full.

Space is limited! To register, please contact your school or teacher for a registration form, and return your completed form to either your child’s teacher, or the school office. There is no online registration format. You will be notified if your child is placed on a waitlist for this program. 

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Project Launch 2026 — Coal Ridge Middle School

Project Launch is a fun, camp-like summer program where students build reading and math skills in small classes with St. Vrain teachers, helping them start the new school year strong.

Dates & Times: Monday–Thursday, June 1–25 | 7:45 a.m.–1:45 p.m.
Registration deadline: April 17, 2026

Register and view details here:
Project Launch 2026 CRMS 

Project Launch 2026 CRMS Registration LINK

In addition to our traditional Coal Ridge Project Launch, this year only, we will be hosting Thunder Valley STEM Accelerator Project Launch. 

This experience elevates learning through project-based design thinking and engagement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) tasks with career connections.

Dates & Times: Monday–Thursday, June 1–25 | 7:45 a.m.–1:45 p.m.
Registration deadline: April 17, 2026

Register and view details here:

STEM Project Launch 2026 TVK8

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Colorado Rockies fundraising weekends are back! If you love going to Rockies games, consider going the weekend of April 19th or May 29th, and a portion of sales will come back to Centennial! Scan the QR code or visit Rockies.com/schoolfundraiser for more info. 

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Centennial PTO

The PTO wants to hear from you! If you have questions, concerns, ideas, or want to get involved, please reach out! And to be in the loop with everything happening at Centennial, follow along on social media or check out our website. 

https://www.instagram.com/centennial.pto

https://www.facebook.com/cnelpto

https://centennialelementarypto.com

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Attendance

We are ending our school year with our attendance rate at 94.24%. Congratulations to 1st grade for having the highest attendance for May and to the 9 students who earned Perfect Attendance for this school year!!

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PBIS

Students earned Centennial’s version of Masked Reader (similar to Masked Singer) brought to us by some special guests which has been fun! We have 1 more week of school to Finish STRONG! We are so proud of the hard work, collaboration and teamwork students have shown this year. Keep up the Husky Way and have a great summer!!

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A Note from the Counselor:

Starting Kindergarten is an exciting milestone! This transition brings new routines, friendships, and learning experiences. Below are some resources to help parents with support for a smooth and confident start.

Best,

Michelle Lawrence

Centennial Elementary School Counselor

[email protected]

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MUSIC IN THE PARK

The Town of Frederick’s Arts Committee is hosting our 2nd Annual Music in the Park FREE concert series this summer on the second Wednesday of each month June-August in Crist Park. We have an exciting line-up for all dates, but our first concert in June will be targeted towards families with young kids and teens. 

On Wednesday, June 10 from 6:30-7:30pm The Animal Farm Band will kick us off. They blend original music, educational comedy, and interactive storytelling for children and families that delight listeners of all ages. They will be followed by Frederick High School’s very own resident rock band, The Strawberries, from 7:45-8:30pm. 

We are excited to bring this opportunity for free family fun to our community as a way to kick off the summer.

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Blast Off into Summer Learning!

Looking for an engaging summer experience for your student? Registration is now open for the Innovation Center Super STEM Summer Camps! We offer a wide variety of hands-on camps designed to spark curiosity and creativity.

We are especially excited to announce our brand-new Space Innovation Camp, specifically designed for students in 3rd through 5th grades! Whether your child is an aspiring astronaut or a future engineer, this is an opportunity they won’t want to miss.

How to Register:

• Visit our website: innovation.svvsd.org/programs/summer-programs/
• See the attached flier for more details on specific dates and camp offerings.

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There’s Still Time to Register for Innovation Center Summer Programming!

From outdoor exploration and creative design to coding, aeronautics, music innovation, and more, the Innovation Center’s summer programs offer engaging opportunities for a wide range of interests and age levels. Open to students entering grades 1-12, these hands-on experiences are designed to inspire curiosity, develop new skills, and foster meaningful connections. Sessions take place throughout June and July at Timberline PK-8, Trail Ridge Middle, and Frederick High.

Learn more and register today.

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Ascent Vocals Summer Camp

Students in 3rd grade+ are invited to the Ascent Vocals Summer Camp! Sing popular music in a large group, work with guest artists, explore musical theater and songwriting, and build confidence in a fun, supportive environment.

Singers are separated by age groups throughout the camp, and ALL experience levels are welcomed. Scholarships readily available.

• More info / registration: bit.ly/ascentcamp

Start your summer with music and a vibrant community—join us!

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Silver Creek Girls Basketball Clinic

Silver Creek High School is offering a girl’s basketball clinic working on fundamental basketball skills and games to help develop young players. The clinic will be June 1st – June 4th from 5:30 – 7:30pm for all incoming 4th – 8th graders. Registration will be open from 46 – 5/16. The cost per player is $80 and includes a camp t-shirt and fun camp prizes. Click on the button below to register.

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Lady Mavs Youth Softball Camp

Mead High School Youth Softball Camp. Calling all athletes grades 1-8! Whether your player is just starting or looking to compete at the next level, this TWO-DAY camp will build skills, confidence, and game IQ in a fun, high-energy environment! Register now for June 25th and 26th from 8am-noon. Registration fee: $65 includes a camp t-shirt. Location: Mead High School

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Sunrise Stampede 5K

Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 15th, 2026. St Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation’s Sunrise Stampede will benefit special education and mental health grants. Register today for the 1 mile fun run/walk or the 5K. Event will be at Fall River Elementary School/Stephen Day Park starting at 8am. Register now at stvrainfoundation.org or click on the flyer below for more information.

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PK-ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STAFF:

As a reminder, the age eligibility for the 529 Jump program has been expanded so that every Preschool through 5th Grade student in St. Vrain Valley Schools is eligible to receive a one-time $100 scholarship to help jumpstart their college savings!

We would love your help spreading the word to your parent community to help them access this free money. To make it as easy as possible, we have provided a flyer (in English & Spanish) you can share with parents, and we created copy/paste content you can include in your emails/newsletters and on your social media accounts. Click the button below to access the toolkit.

Please reach out to Michelle Phelan at [email protected] with any questions you have about the 529 Jump program.

Access the 529 Jump Toolkit

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ParentSquare: Our New District Communication Tool

St. Vrain Valley Schools will begin using ParentSquare, a new district communication tool that allows families to receive notifications based on their preferences. St. Vrain’s communications team will pilot ParentSquare for the remainder of the school year with the plan to expand access to schools at the start of the 2026-27 school year. We’re excited about the opportunities ParentSquare offers to streamline communication and will be working towards consolidating several of the tools families currently use into one convenient platform. 

After spring break, parents and guardians will receive an email invitation to activate their ParentSquare account. This will allow families to download the mobile app, set language preferences, and choose how and when they receive notifications.

Visit the district website to learn more about ParentSquare

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Important Dates to Remember:

5/19 – Spirit Night at Chicken and Pickle

5/20 – Senior Grad Walk at Centennial @10:45am

5/20 – 5th Grade Ceremony @ 9:15am

5/21 – Kinder Program @ 10:30am

5/21 – 5th Grade Grad Walk @ 11:15am

5/21 – End of Year Centennial Picnic @ 11:30am

Enjoy your Summer Break!

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