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Originally delivered on 8/2/2018 10:28 pm

SUBJECT: Comet Connection: August 2018


 

 

 

 

The start of school is finally here and it brings with it some important messages and exciting events at Centennial. Read on to learn more about... 

Returning Student Registration, School Supplies, Spirit Wear, After-School Enrichment, Volunteering, Back to School Splash, and much more!


All new & returning students must update their registration through Parent Portal. 

The Centennial Administration asks that your returning student registration be updated in Parent Portal between 7/26 and 8/3. This will help formulate complete class lists for Centennial teachers, allowing teacher assignments to be shared on August 8th.  Thanks in advance for your cooperation!

 Click on the link below for detailed information on everything you need to do in order to make this happen...PLUS SO MUCH MORE!! 

2018-2019 Returning Student Registration



Get your School Supplies NOW!

Centennial’s PTA has made it easier than ever to make sure your student has the exact supplies they need for the 1st day of school delivered directly to their desk!  

Cross this one off your Back to School List today, so that you can enjoy the final 2 weeks of summer!

Order your school supplies TODAY on Centennial's PTA website.


2018 - 2019 School Supply Pack Prices:

Kindergarten: $50.00

1st Grade: $45.00

2nd Grade: $50.00

3rd Grade: $50.00

4th Grade: $45.00

5th grade: $50.00

Please contact Natalie at schoolstore@centennialpta.net with questions


Show Your Centennial Pride!

New 2018-2019 Fall Centennial Spirit Wear is available! Don't Wait! Order NOW!


Centennial PTA After School Enrichment Programs

CraniaLogix

CraniaLogix develops critical thinking skills, collaboration, risk-taking, and a growth mindset through fun, engaging games and activities.  You can expect your child to be involved in activities such as strategy games, improv, instant challenges, STEAM exploration, logic puzzles and more!  For more information about Centennial's CraniaLogix Enrichment program, and to register, click here.

CraniaLogix FALL Details:

  • Grades 1-5
  • Cost: $234 per semester 
  • Days: Tuesdays, 2:45 - 4:00 pm
 

Power Kids

PowerKids is a uniquely creative and fun fitness experiences for all ages.  The professional coaches are full of energy as they work with students to develop skills, self-esteem, and confidence to be healthy and fit for a lifetime.  PowerKids includes age-appropriate gross motor development and refinement, all types of sports skills, games, and obstacle courses.  Learn more about the Centennial PowerKids Program, and click here to register. 

PowerKids FALL Details:

  • Grades K-5
  • Cost: $240 per semester
  • Days: Tuesdays, 2:45 - 4:00 pm
 

Chess

This year, Centennial PTA is excited to bring two days of Chess to Centennial to accommodate the high demand! We'll be providing a Monday and Tuesday Chess program, led by Chess Grandmasters, the highest title a chess player can attain!  While both Monday & Tuesday Chess classes are open to everyone, we suggest BEGINNERS enroll in the Tuesday's smaller class for more in-depth instruction. 

 Please only sign-up for ONE Chess Program in order to make space available for all interested students.  

Learn more about the Centennial Chess Program, and click here to register.

Chess FALL Details:

  • Grades K-5
  • Cost: $164 per semester 
  • Days:  Monday or Tuesday 2:45 - 4:00 pm

You Are a SUPERHERO!

We will have an orientation meeting for new volunteers on August 14. This will take place directly after the PTA General Meeting scheduled for 8/14 at 9:15 am in the Cafeteria. We will give instructions on how to check in and the various volunteer opportunities in the school. If you have any questions, please contact Julie Traub at vp.volunteers@centennialpta.net 

Thank you to our new grade-level volunteer coordinators for 2018-2019:

Kindergarten- Christy Byerly

First Grade- Ashley Peters

Second Grade- Chantal Boeckman

We are still looking for volunteer coordinators for Third, Fourth, and Fifth Grades. If you are interested in helping with this position,  please contact Julie Traub at vp.volunteers@centennialpta.net  

We LOVE our Centennial Volunteers! 

Please take a moment today to submit your application as a 2018-2019 Volunteer. Go to PISD's Volunteer Application website and complete your registration form. All volunteers must complete this process every year, including returning volunteers. 

2018-2019 PISD Volunteers Applications Opened July 1st!

The approval process can take several weeks to complete due to the volume of applicants. Submitting now is a great way to ensure that you will be approved when school starts. If you are volunteering at more than one school, you may save time by selecting all the locations on the "Jobs" tab, but please make sure you select Centennial Elementary. If your spouse or other adult family members would like to volunteer during the year, please have them complete the application at this time as well.

If you have questions, visit PISD's PTA & Volunteering website or contact JulieTraub at vp.volunteers@centennialpta.net 


Who Let the D.O.G.S. OUT!

CLICK HERE to learn more about our Watch D.O.G.S. program!


Plano PTAs’

Back-to-School Splash!

Let's beat the heat together and raise $$ for our PTA! Join your friends or meet some new friends at Hawaiian Falls in The Colony for a Back to School Splash! Use the email below to purchase your DISCOUNTED TICKETS and join us for a PRIVATE PARTY from 6:30-9:30 pm. $5 from each ticket will be donated back to our PTA. 

Saturday, August 11, 2018 at Hawaiian Falls - The Colony: 4400 Paige Road, The Colony 75056

  • Park opens: 10:30 am – use your admission ticket ALL DAY
  • Park re-opens for a PTA private party: 6:30-9:30 pm – use your wristband to re-enter 
  • $15 – Park admission 
  • $20 – Park admission with unlimited drink 
  • $25 – Park admission with unlimited drink and a walk up meal 
  • $10 – Coolers with non-commercial food
  • Children under 2 years old – FREE During the private party (6:30-9:30 pm)
  • Each PTA receives access to:
    • a cabana to decorate with school spirit 
    • FREE Wi-fi (In case you want to pre-sell school supplies or spirit items.) 
    • a chance to enter the private party first
    • fun with friends and neighbors 

Order tickets via email to: groupstc@hfalls.com

1. Subject line: “Plano PTA Splash Day, 8/11 – (Your School)”

2. Your Name

3. Your PTA

4. Type of ticket ($15, $20, or $25) and number of each ticket

5. Number of cooler passes

6. Credit card number or pay at Will Call window

QUICK REFERENCE

 

                     Calendar


Thursday, August 2-3: 

  • Returning Student Registration in Parent Portal

Friday, August 10:

  • Meet the Teacher - 1st through 5th Grade 7:30am-8:30am in the classrooms
  • Sign-Up Centennial 8:00am-10:00am in the Gym
  • Kinder Kamp 8:30am-9:30am in the Library

Monday, August 13: 

  • First Day of School school starts at 7:45am

Tuesday, August 14:

  • Parent Welcome Coffee & PTA General Meeting 8:45am & 9:15am
  • Centennial Volunteer Training immediately following the General Meeting

Thursday, August 16:

  • Back to School Night- More details to come

Wednesday, August 22:

  • Watch D.O.G.S. Kick-Off Pizza Party 5:30pm-6:30pm

 

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*Reminder*

In order to access your account, sign up for volunteer positions, order Spirit Wear or donate please log-into your CentennialPTA.net account FIRST and then CLICK My Toolkit/Volunteer.



 

 



Centennial Elementary School PTA
2609 Ventura Drive
Plano, TX 75093