CSD's Enhanced Elementary Schedule was approved by our Board of School Directors at the Committee of the Whole meeting on April 25, 2023. This schedule change is effective beginning Thursday, August 24, 2023, the first day of the 2023-2024 school year.

An informational presentation for parents and guardians will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 25, 2023, in the William Tennent High School auditorium. This presentation will share the exciting improvements CSD is making to support our youngest learners, including:

• A better balance of academics, fun, and brain breaks throughout the school day
• A structured academic intervention period to provide students with mathematics and reading intervention (extension, rehearsal, remediation) based on their individual needs
• Dedicated time for community building (morning meeting, quiet time, and closing circle)

A shortened student day was accomplished by moving the start time from 8:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. This new schedule will impact the student's drop-off time, moving from 8:25 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.

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We hope to see you at the information session!

This week we welcomed our new Supervisor of School Safety and Security Mr. John Ward. The Supervisor of Safety and Security (will be credentialed as an armed School Police Officer) oversees security across the District, which includes but is not limited to:

• Serving as the Act 44 Safety and Security Coordinator for the District
• Supervision of School Security Personnel including: Managing / Training / Compliance / Staffing
• Managing 3rd party safety & security contracts
• Managing Fire and Security Planning (planning, drills, etc.)
• Coordinating training (staff, teachers & substitutes)
• Building Relationships with local Police and First Responders
• Monitoring along with School Administrators' Safe2Say and Gaggle activity
• Maintaining up-to-date security equipment and plans across the District
• Oversight of safety and security for School Day and Extracurricular activities.

Mr. Ward's prior work experience includes but is not limited to:

• Retired Chief of Police (Former Chief of Police: Stroud Area Regional Police, Ridgewood Police Department)
• Four years experience in Monroe District Attorney's Office – Criminal Investigations Division
  
• Experience as an educator/trainer with over 15 years of college/university-level
• Assistant Professor/Coordinator of Criminal Justice, Cyber Security and Fire Sciences Programs Sussex County Community College
  
• 34 years of experience in personnel development, instructional design, and course/training assessment for law enforcement, security, public safety, risk management, crisis/emergency management, higher education, and private and public sector stakeholders

Starting June 1, 2023, the Food Service Department will change online payment systems. As a result, we will no longer be using PayK12 after May 30, 2023. All funds remaining on Food Service accounts will then be transferred into the Schoolcafe.

To set up an account in Schoolcafe, you will need your child’s name (exactly how it is spelled in Skyward, including hyphens) and their student ID number. Please note that there is a fee of $2.25 for payments up to $100.00. Parents with more than one student in the district can put a payment on one student’s account and move money to another child or children in their family.

As a reminder, you can always send cash, check, or money order to school. Please write your child’s name and student ID on the check or envelope. Visit our website for information on Payment Options.

William Tennent High School hosted the 2023 William Tennent Academics Hall of Fame Wednesday May 17, 2023.

The inductees included:

• Matthew Weintraub, Class of 1986 — Weintraub is Bucks County District Attorney. He was inducted by School Board member, Charley Martin.
• Kurt E. Kramer, Class of 1978 —Kramer is a New Jersey Superior Court Judge, Camden County Hall of Justice. He will be inducted by Bernard McGorrey III.
• Dr. Mary Wilby, Class of 1975 — Retired. She will be inducted by Pat Boyle.
• Carl Anthony Maio, Class of 1966 —Partner of Fox Rothchild LLP, Attorneys at Law. He will be inducted by Mary Frances Swider Barr.
• Dr. Daniel J. Lebovic, Class of 1997 —Works for the Alliance Cancer Specialists. Will be inducted by Karen Adams.
• Charles W. Ormsby Jr., Class of 1977 —Partner of Semanoff, Ormsby, Greenberg & Torchia, LLC. Inducted by Linda (Deveau) Ormsby.

The Hall of Fame honors alumni who have gone on to significant success and also individuals who have made contributions in academia, athletics, or the arts during their tenure or in association with the Centennial School District.

"Your induction into the Academic Hall of Fame is a testament to your hard work, perseverance, and commitment to excellence," Schools Superintendent Dana Bedden said in the induction program. "You have demonstrated exceptional academic skills, leadership abilities, and personal qualities that have set you apart from your peers and have made you a role model for others to emulate."

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This past week, William Tennent’s America Like Me class enjoyed a trip to South Philadelphia to explore the distinct neighborhoods and share a cultural meal at the famous South Philly Barbacoa Restaurant. Throughout the year, students have been asked to consider what it means to be American today and how we can seek out the hidden stories of those around us to answer that question.

The class participated in a tortilla workshop with the renowned chef, Christina Martinez, learning how the tradition of making tortillas by hand is an important part of sharing Mexican culture in America. They then shared a meal with the restaurant workers and listened to their stories. Afterward, students went on a mural tour through the Italian Market, Center City, and Chinatown to see how Philadelphia’s vibrant and diverse community holds the answers to who we are.

The William Tennent Boys Volleyball team was riding an eight-game winning streak as they entered the District One Tournament this week. On Tuesday, the #6-seeded Panthers were victorious at home against #11-seeded Souderton with a match score of 3-0, and last night, the Panthers avenged a mid-season loss by beating #3-seeded Bensalem at Bensalem 3-0.

With their win streak extended to ten games, William Tennent will face off against #2 seeded Pennridge on Tuesday, May 23rd at 7:00 PM at Pennridge High School. All tickets must be purchased online through the District One Hometown Ticketing Site.

On Thursday, May 18th, McDonald Elementary School held its annual Field Day. The sun was shining, and the air was filled with laughter and cheers as the excited students gathered together. The event was filled with games, competitions, relay races, and, above all, fun.

The event kicked off in the morning with an opening ceremony led by a McDonald's music student playing the Star Spangled Banner for the entire crowd of students, staff, and volunteers. Then everyone went to participate in all relay races, games, and challenges.

McDonald Elementary School's Field Day was undoubtedly a success. It celebrated the spirit of competition and fostered a sense of unity, teamwork, and good sportsmanship.

Students in the Intro to Spanish Culture Class at Klinger Middle School collaborated, problem-solved (a few restarts due to balloons popping) and had fun creating piñatas. Students celebrated their hard work with homemade beef and chicken pastelillos (empanadas) and opened their candy-filled piñatas.

Following their previous meeting to discuss the importance of preserving the environment according to the Islamic faith, the Muslim Student Association (MSA) Club planted seeds in the William Tennent Memory Garden for Michelle Caruso. Michelle was a former security guard at William Tennent, beloved by students and staff, and the garden was created in her honor in 2012. The MSA Club noticed the garden could use a little tender loving care and took the initiative to spruce it up. They will continue to respect and become one with nature by continuing to care for the flower garden to honor Ms. Caruso.

On Thursday, May 18th, Klinger Middle School held its spring chorus concert, and what a show it was. Great job to all the chorus singers and their director, Mr. Herstig for doing a wonderful job with the kids. Thank you to all families for supporting music in Centennial!

For the fifth year, WTHS's National Art Honor Society members have participated in 'The Memory Project.' This is a nonprofit organization that invites art teachers and their students to create portraits for youth around the world who have faced substantial challenges, such as neglect, abuse, loss of parents, war and extreme poverty. This year, 12 WTHS members participated, and created beautiful portraits of children from Syria, as a message and reminder to them that we care and that they are not forgotten.

This month, middle school students will participate in the final SEAL WIN lessons of the school year. Throughout the year, these lessons were dedicated to developing a sense of belonging and building PA Career Ready Skills. This month's lessons will focus on reflection and celebration, like this lesson about favorites, which helps students celebrate who they are and how much they have learned about one another, while practicing key skills such as self-reflection, communication, and perspective-taking. Thank you to our middle school teachers for taking on the challenge of these new lessons as part of the "Reimagining Middle School" project, and to our middle school SEAL Liaisons, Staci Berner and Staci Kincus, for supporting the design and implementation of these lessons each month.

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MAY

May 23 - CSD School Board Meeting

May 29 - All Schools and Offices Closed - Memorial Day

JUNE

June 7 - William Tennent High School Commencement

June 8 - Last Day of School for Students - Early Dismissal

June 9 - Last day of School for Teachers

June 13 - CSD School Board Meeting

June 27 - CSD School Board Meeting

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Please spread the word that Centennial School District is hiring:

If you know anyone who would be interested in these positions, please have them apply. We offer competitive rates, excellent perks, and benefits, including a pension. For questions, please call 215-441-6000, Ext. 11034.

Please check out our employment website for a complete list of our vacancies. https://www.centennialsd.org/employment

Have you ever considered a job in education? Do you need a flexible work schedule? Why not try substituting?

Open Opportunities:

• Daily Substitute Teachers
• Long-term and Building Substitute Teachers
• Paraprofessionals (Instructional Aides and Personal Care Assistants)

The Centennial Education Foundation has some exciting news..... the William Tennent Graduation Raffle is back! Do you need more tickets? What about reserved parking?

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The 3rd Annual Bruce Beaton Golf Outing

Spring Mill Country Club, June 19, 2023

Registration 7:30 am | Shotgun Start 8:30 am

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3rd Annual Bruce Beaton Memorial Golf Outing

Each year, more and more people and organizations are turning to our District to help get the message out about various activities, events, fundraisers, etc. The intent of this process is to support student achievement and to provide mutual assistance and benefit through shared information. Our district spends a great deal of time collecting, reviewing, and posting flyers to the District eFolder. The District no longer is posting eFlyers to any social media outlets or the District cable channel. You may refer to Policy 913 for additional information.

Please click on this link to connect with all the community eFlyers of the month

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