Centennial School District

The weather is getting warmer, which means it's almost time for summer swimming in the pool at Centennial High School!

Open recreational swim begins June 22, and will run through August 28.

Need to improve your swimming skills? Swimming lessons are also available for in-District residents. Pre-registration opens June 20, from 1:00-3:00pm, and you can also register during open pool hours.

For hours, rules, and swim lesson information, visit https://chs.csd28j.org/swim-center

This year, Centennial School District is once again participating in the Summer Meals Program. Meals, including breakfast and lunch, are available at no cost to any child 18 years of age or younger. Meals will be served at select Centennial school sites, as well as a variety of community locations. Please note that as per U.S. Department of Agriculture requirements, all meals must be eaten on-site (no grab-and-go option).

For a full list of locations and meal schedules, visit our Summer Meal Program website at csd28j.org/summermeals

Juneteenth is a significant day of recognition, restoration, and celebration. Also known as Freedom Day, it commemorates June 19, 1865, when the last enslaved people in America were freed, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation.

In honor of Juneteenth, all Centennial schools and office buildings will be closed on Friday, June 19. Operations resume on Monday, June 22.

Congratulations to Centennial's Class of 2026!

Summer meals, pool hours, and more! The June 2026 Superintendent's Update newsletter is available now: https://app.smore.com/n/nhwxq

June marks LGBTQ2SIA+ Pride Month, a time dedicated to acknowledging the historical milestones and efforts toward achieving equal justice for all members of our community. Join us in recognizing this month and our commitment to fostering safe and inclusive environments for Centennial students, staff, families, and the community.

Please join us in congratulating this year's Triple C Award winners!

Each year, Centennial presents the Triple C Awards to honor employees who demonstrate the values of caring, commitment, and/or creativity through their work in our District. Nominated by their colleagues, the winners of the Triple C Award have been recognized for ways in which their efforts have benefited the students, staff, and community of the Centennial School District.

At our May 13, 2026 Board of Directors meeting, this year's winners were announced and recognized for their contributions to our District. This year, we have three winners who exemplify the Triple C values:

-Justin Dowell, Lead Secretary at Powell Butte Elementary
-Adriann Hardin, Teacher at Centennial Virtual Academy
-Pia Watzig, Nutrition & Wellness Coordinator at Dining Services

Thank you to these amazing staff for all that you do in service to the students and staff of the Centennial School District!

May is National Nurses Month, and this year's National School Nurse Day is May 6. This is a time to recognize the essential role school nurses play in keeping our students healthy, safe, and ready to learn.

We are grateful for the care, expertise, and compassion our school nurses bring to Centennial every day. Thank you for the critical support you provide to our students and school community.

It's National Physical Education and Sports Week! Engaging in physical education and sports helps students to develop essential motor skills, personal and social skills, and core character values such as resilience, fairness, and respect. Thank you to all of our PE teachers, coaches, and other staff that support physical activities and athletics for students of all ages in our District.

Preschool, Connect to Kindergarten, and more! Read all about it in the May edition of the Superintendent's Update newsletter at https://app.smore.com/n/9e50q