Dear Centennial High School Community,

This morning we held our Remembrance Day Ceremonies.  Dozens of guests from the community attended, including seniors and veterans who live near Centennial.  Thank you to all of you who were able to join us today.  It is wonderful to share these events with the larger school community. 

The ceremonies were beautifully done.  Our student emcees, musicians, vocalists, trumpeters, technical crew, ushers and colour guard were terrific, as was our piper – Centennial teacher Mr. Farquharson.  Our guest speaker today was Captain (Retired) Laurel Frizzell, who shared an inspiring, poignant message.  Thank you Captain Frizzell.  And, as often happens at Centennial events, alumni joined our Symphonic Band, which performed beautifully under the direction of Ms. Laurendeau (who has been the heart and soul of our Remembrance Day ceremonies for many years).  The Centennial community is rich with engaged and dedicated alumni who continue to make us proud.  We thank Coyotes past, for remembering where they came from, and for always coming back. 

I also want to thank our students, who were an exceptional audience this morning.  I am honoured to teach in a school where students recognize the gravity of certain events – always carrying themselves with maturity and respect when it matters most.  Their behaviour today reflects the culture of our school, and the quality of their families.  For that, I thank all of you reading.

On behalf of all Centennial students and staff, I would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all veterans and to those currently serving in the Canadian Forces.  Additionally, we send our heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones of the 4 Canadian Armed Forces members who lost their lives on October 17 at Canadian Forces Base Wainright.  Our hearts are with the 39 others who continue to recover from injuries sustained in that tragedy.

Please read on for a number of updates:

November Break

  • November Break is this Wednesday through Friday (November 11 – 13)
  • Classes resume Monday, November 16

Junior Football City Championship Game TONIGHT at 5pm!

  • Congratulations to our Jr Boys football team for making it to the Division 2 City Championship game!
  • The game is tonight at 5pm (Shouldice Athletic Park – Stampeder Field)
  • All spectators are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food donation to the game (for the Veteran's Food Bank)
  • Go Yotes!

Yotes Drama Society Fall Show DINNER THEATRE!

  • The Fall show is right around the corner here at Centennial!
  • The Yotes Drama Society is thrilled to present a live-action and puppet rendition of A Christmas Carol, based on the story by Charles Dickens and adapted for the stage by John Jakes
  • There is an opportunity to host a Dinner Theatre on Thursday, December 3 at 5:00pm before the final performance of the show at 7:00pm
  • In order for the Dinner Theatre (an incredible experience prepared by our Culinary Arts Team and served by our Cast and Crew!) to go ahead, we need to pre-book 50 tickets
  • Tickets are $40, and include a three course dinner and ticket to the show! 
  • Please fill out this Google form if you would like to pre-book your Dinner Theatre tickets: https://forms.gle/KzBtmkRC89L8SsVw9
    • The form will close on Monday November 16 at 6:00pm
  • If the event is a go, ticket payment details and instructions will be provided via email later that week
  • Payments for this event will be online; there will be a hard deadline to purchase tickets as our culinary team needs lead time for sourcing and purchasing items for this event
  • Thank you for supporting the Fine & Performing Arts at Centennial High School!

From Our Guidance Department: Upcoming Post-Secondary Visits

  • Centennial is still hosting out-of-province schools, as well as Alberta post-secondary schools
  • This is a great opportunity for all students to ask questions in preparation for early admission applications, or for post-secondary applications next year
    • Monday, November 16: Mount Allison University (8:30 – 9:10am)
    • Thursday, November 19: Bishop's University (8:30 – 9:10am)

From Our Guidance Department: Upcoming Post-Secondary Open House Dates

  • Many Post-Secondary institutions have been in touch with us regarding their Open House and Virtual Future Student event dates
  • If you have a student who wants to know more about a campus or Post-Secondary school, Open Houses and Virtual updates are a great way to learn more
  • Please see your child’s Wellness D2L shell for more information and registration details
    • Vancouver Film School: Tuesday, November 17

From Our Guidance Department: Student Only Scholarship Presentation

  • Wednesday, November 18 at Lunch in the Theatre
  • This presentation will be most beneficial for our Grade 12 students, though students from all grade levels are welcome
  • A reminder to check the Centennial Wellness D2L Shell for scholarship information

From Our Guidance Department: Journey Forward

  • We are happy to announce that Journey Forward will be continuing this year
  • Journey Forward connects adults working in various industries with students who have similar career ideas; we highlight a different career monthly
  • Students can sign up in T Wing Guidance (spaces are limited, so please come by early to register!)
  • Upcoming dates:
    • Real Estate: Wednesday, November 25 (11:15am – 12:00pm)
    • SAIT Culinary: Wednesday, December 16 (11:15am – 12:00pm)

Yearbooks!

  • Yearbooks are much sought after at Centennial.  Here is some information about purchasing your child’s 2026/27 yearbook:
  • Don’t miss your chance to save on this year’s yearbook!
  • Yearbooks are still on sale!
  • Until December 31 yearbooks cost $50 instead of the regular price of $55
  • The last day to order personalized yearbooks is January 29, 2027
  • To order, click on the following link: http://jostensyearbooks.com/?ref=A01084231, select “Order My Yearbook,” and follow the steps on the website
  • Please note that yearbooks are only available via Jostens, and you cannot purchase a yearbook using your child's MyCBE account

Parking Pass Reminder

  • The installation of the modular classrooms along the south side of Centennial High School is complete
  • As such, with contractors and others no longer using our Student Parking Lot, we will begin enforcing parking pass compliance in the coming weeks
  • Please ensure your child has purchased and is displaying a parking pass at all times when parked at Centennial High School, so that they do not get ticketed by Calgary Bylaw
  • Passes can be purchased and picked up in our Business Office

Thank you for reading.

Sincerely,
Joe Sturgeon

Principal, Centennial High School