Dear Centennial High School Community,

Today marks the kick-off of our annual Howler Basketball Tournament.  Centennial always puts on a fantastic event, complete with a smoke and laser light show, play-by-play announcers, and our band and vocalists singing the national anthem in front of a packed gym of Coyotes and guests.  In addition to our incredible student athletes who will be on the court, dozens of students and staff work behind the scenes to pull off this event.  It really is a whole-school venture (actually a multiple school one – thank you MidSun School for the use of your gym as well!), and part of what makes Coyote culture so strong.  Go ‘Yotes!

Please read on for a number of important announcements.

30 Year of Black History Month in Canada

• February is Black History Month in Canada
• We are proud to recognize the incredible contributions and achievements of black Canadians
• Please see this website for several events around the city that celebrate Black History Month: https://www.calgary.ca/events/black-history-month.html

Lunar New Year

• February 17 marks Lunar New Year, a significant cultural celebration observed by many communities across Canada and around the world
• Within CBE, our schools reflect a rich diversity of languages, traditions, and lived experiences, and this occasion offers an opportunity to continue fostering welcoming, caring, respectful, and safe learning environments for all
• Often referred to as the Spring Festival, Chinese New Year, Tết by Vietnamese communities, or Seollal by Korean communities, this celebration holds deep cultural and historical meaning for many Southeast Asian Communities and Canadians
• It is one of the most widely recognized and joyfully observed events globally
• We look forward to welcoming the Year of the Horse!

Casino Volunteers Needed!

• Many of Centennial’s outstanding programs rely heavily on funds raised through casino nights
• Our next Casino Night is Friday, March 6 (running into the morning of Saturday, March 7)
• We are still in need of a few more volunteers to fill the remaining slots
• If you are interested in signing up, please do so through this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050849A8A929A3F85-60752549-centennial#/

Lifetouch Grad Photos

• Any graduating students who missed or did not get their Grad Photo taken at Centennial can book an appointment to have them done at LifeTouch Studios
• Appointments can be booked through this link:   Lifetouch Studio Graduation Appointment.pdf 
• ***Please note: February 13 is the hard deadline for students to be photographed to have their Grad photo in the Centennial yearbook

​​​​​​​For Female Students Interested in Careers in Police, Fire, or Paramedics

• Camp Courage is for female students aged 15 to 18 interested in learning more about careers as first responders
• Please see the attached poster for more information, or contact camp.courage.calgary@gmail.com
• Applications due March 20

Yearbooks!

• Don’t miss out on this year’s memories—order your yearbook today!
• You only have until February 28 to purchase a yearbook – order NOW so you don't miss the deadline
• Remember: each yearbook is $50 and they are NOT being sold via MyCBE fees
• Yearbooks can only be purchased via the Jostens website: http://jostensyearbooks.com/?ref=A01084231

From the Guidance Department: Post-Secondary Events

• Post-Secondary institutions continue to roll out both virtual and in-person events to support future students (these are ideal for students in any grade)
• St. Francis Xavier: February 10 (during Tutorial in the upper cafeteria)
• • Community in-person event at Calgary Residence Inn February 21 (2:30pm)  
• Bishop's University: February 10 at lunch, upper cafeteria
• University of Calgary: February 20 6:00-7:00pm in person
• • For students who have received an offer to your first or second choice, or who are still waiting, they will walk through what’s happening with your application, the role of the Student Access Program, and why it’s important to ensure all your documents are submitted
  • They will also cover what to consider if you're thinking about changing your program or updating your choices, and will have plenty of time for questions
• Old's College: VIP tours February 13 and 20, and every Friday in March
• • Personalized Tours, free on the spot applications, admissions and financial aid guidance
  • See D2L to register
• Old's College and Mount Royal University
• • Virtual program-specific updates continue through January and February
• King’s University Campus Visit Day: February 27 (see D2L)
• Mount Royal University: Virtual Update February 12 (6:00pm)
• • This event will provide program-specific information sessions for anyone interested
  • Faculty, current students, and Admission & Recruitment Specialists will be available
  • This is for students interested in Computer Science, Programming, Journalism, Podcasting, Broadcasting, or anything in between
• University of New Brunswick: drop-in table outside of T Wing Guidance February 18 (12:00 – 12:45pm)
• • *On the spot admissions and waived application fee for anyone applying in person that day
  • Students will need to have their Detailed Academic Report (DAR) available
• St. Mary's Open House and update for students experiencing disabilities: February 21 (1:00 – 3:00pm)
• • Representatives from Alberta University of the Arts, Ambrose University, Athabasca University, Mount Royal University, Olds College, SAIT, St. Mary's University, and University of Calgary will be in attendance
• SAIT: Open House February 28
• CIWA: February 7, 2026 (12:00pm-3:00pm)
• • Career talk where doctors, nurses, and med students will come in to share their experiences and answer questions
• Please see D2L for more information about all post-secondary visits, open houses, and events

Important Upcoming Dates

• February 12 & 13 is Teachers’ Convention (schools will be closed)
• February 16 is Family Day (schools closed)
• February 27 is a Non-Instruction Day (no classes for students)

 Thank you for reading, and have a fantastic weekend.

Sincerely,

Joe Sturgeon

Principal, Centennial High School