October Centennial Spotlight 2025

Fall is in the air! Help us celebrate October by checking out the October Centennial Spotlight Newsletter.

4 days ago, Andy Luebbe
CPS Families,

The phone issues from earlier this morning have been resolved. CPS buildings can now accept inbound calls as well as send outbound calls. Thank you for your patience while our staff worked diligently to resolve the issues. If you have any questions please contact your child's school building.
15 days ago, Columbus Public Schools
Phones Issues Resolved
CPS Families,

Currently the district is experiencing both inbound and outbound phone issues. Staff are working with the company to resolve the issues. To contact your school please use Remind or email to communicate with your teacher or email your school secretary. We will communicate again when the problem has been resolved.

Centennial - https://www.columbuspublicschools.org/o/centennialelementary/staff
Columbus High School - https://www.columbuspublicschools.org/o/columbushighschool/staff
Columbus Middle School - https://www.columbuspublicschools.org/o/columbusmiddleschool/staff
Emerson - https://www.columbuspublicschools.org/o/emersonelementary/staff
Lost Creek - https://www.columbuspublicschools.org/o/lostcreekelementary/staff
Kramer Preschool - https://www.columbuspublicschools.org/o/kramerpreschool/staff
North Park -https://www.columbuspublicschools.org/o/northparkelementary
West Park -https://www.columbuspublicschools.org/o/westparkelementary/staff
15 days ago, Columbus Public Schools
cell phone showing an emergency icon/issue icon
Today is National Register to Vote Day!

Register to vote online at https://www.nebraska.gov/apps-sos-voter-registration/ or you can stop by the Platte County Election office located at 1464 26th Ave, Columbus, NE 68601.

The last day to register online to participate in the November 4th special election is October 17th!

For more information on the bond election visit www.columbuspublicschools.org/o/bond .
16 days ago, Columbus Public Schools
Register to vote today.  last day to register to participate in the november 4th election is October 17th.  Navy background, american flag, white writing
Centennial Families...just a reminder that the CN PAC meeting is tonight at 6:30 pm in the library. The PAC will discuss school fundraisers and opportunities to give back to CN students, staff and families by supporting field trips, class rewards, new recess equipment, etc. Hope to see you there.
about 1 month ago, Andy Luebbe

CPS will host 3 upcoming meeting to discuss CPS' Response to Growth. Topics will include process, solution and timeline. The first meeting will be a Facebook Live session on August 27th at 6:30pm. We will then host a Facebook Live session on September 3rd at 12:00pm followed by an in-person opportunity at CHS at 6:30 pm in the Concert Hall. Interpretation will be available.

about 1 month ago, Columbus Public Schools
CPS' Response to Growth Upcoming meetings flyer online and in person options

CPS Students K-5 you won't want to miss out on this awesome opportunity with the CHS Cheer Team!

about 2 months ago, Columbus Public Schools
CHS Cheer flyer english
CHS cheer flyer in spanish
CHS cheer flyer - french
Greetings Centennial Families!!!
The beginning of the year is right around the corner. Please join us at the Open House on Monday, August 11 at 5:30 pm. Come and meet the teachers, see the classroom, etc. There will be an informational meeting at 5:30 or 6:00 in the gym. If you are a new family or just want some updates and reminders, please join me.
about 2 months ago, Andy Luebbe
This is the last week of the summer lunch program. You won't want to miss lunch this week!

Monday, July 21st - Bean & cheese burrito, black beans, fruits & veggie bar, milk
Tuesday, July 22nd - Pepperoni pizza, carrots, fruits & veggie bar, milk
Wednesday, July 23rd - Uncrustable & cheese platter, peas, fruits & veggie bar, milk
Thursday, July 24th - Ham & turkey sub, mixed vegetables, fruits & veggie bar, milk
Friday, July 25th - Spaghetti, crinkle cut fries, fruits & veggie bar, milk
2 months ago, Columbus Public Schools
food tray showing oranges, baked beans, pasta, salad and milk
Check out this week's summer lunch program menu!
Monday, July 14th - French toast sticks & sausage, hash brown triangle, fruits & veggie bar, milk
Tuesday, July 15th - Crispy chicken sandwich, herb roasted broccoli, fruits & veggie bar, milk
Wednesday, July 16th - Chicken ranch pasta, green beans, fruits & veggie bar, milk
Thursday, July 17th - Corn dog, bbq baked beans, fruits & veggie bar, milk
Friday, July 18th - Macaroni & cheese, broccoli florets, fruits & veggie bar, milk
3 months ago, Columbus Public Schools
food tray showing pasta, baked beans, mixed vegetables, fruit cocktail and milk
Check out this week's summer lunch program menu!
Monday, July 7th - BBQ pulled pork sliders, crinkle cut fries, fruit and veggie bar, milk
Tuesday, July 8th - Grilled cheese sandwich, carrots, fruit and veggie bar, milk
Wednesday, July 9th - Ham & turkey sub, green beans, fruit and veggie bar, milk
Thursday, July 10th - Hot dog, bbq baked beans, fruit and veggie bar, milk
Friday, July 11th - Mini corn dogs, creamy cucumber salad, fruit and veggie bar, milk
3 months ago, Columbus Public Schools
food tray showing oranges, baked beans, pasta, salad and milk
Check out this week's summer lunch program menu!
Wednesday, July 2nd - Spaghetti, broccoli florets, fruit and veggie bar, and milk
Thursday, July 3rd - Super nachos, baked beans, fruit and veggie bar, and milk
Friday, July 4th - Closed
3 months ago, Columbus Public Schools
Lunch tray showing mixed vegetables, pasta, baked beans, fruit cocktail and milk carton
Please welcome Ms. Lindsey McClain! Ms. McClain will join the Centennial Stars this fall! #Centennial Stars #godiscoverers #proudtobeCentennial #wearyourmaroonproudly
3 months ago, Centennial Elementary
A graphic displaying a mug shot of Lindsey McClain next to a quote saying "After working as a para & substitute, I am excited about getting my own classroom!"
A graphic displaying a mug shot of Lindsey McClain next to a quote saying "After working as a para & substitute, I am excited about getting my own classroom!"  in French.
A graphic displaying a mug shot of Lindsey McClain next to a quote saying "After working as a para & substitute, I am excited about getting my own classroom!"  in Spanish.
Please give a big welcome to Ms. Michelle Dela Cruz. Ms. Dela Cruz will be joining the Centennial Stars this fall! #centennialstars #wearyourmaroonproudly #proudtobecentennial #godiscoverers
3 months ago, Centennial Elementary
Michelle Dela Cruz HR - Say Hello To Hire - 2025 graphic shows photo of michelle and a quote from her
Michelle Dela Cruz_FrenchHR - Say Hello To Hire - 2025
michelle dela cruz spanish graphic card with photo and a quote from her
Please give a big welcome to Ms. Morgan Douglas. Ms. Douglas will be joining the Centennial Stars team this fall! #centennialstars #proudtobecentennial #godiscoverers #wearyourmaroonproudly
3 months ago, Centennial Elementary
Morgan Douglas - Say Hello To Hire - 2025 graphic shows photo of morgan and a quote
Morgan Douglas_Spanish- Say Hello To Hire - 2025
Morgan Douglas_French - Say Hello To Hire - 2025
Please welcome Ms. Jaedynn Shively! Ms. Shively will join the team at Centennial this fall. #CentennialStars #proudtobeCentennial #godiscoverers #wearyourmaroonproudly
3 months ago, Centennial Elementary
Say Hello to Jaedynn Shively English - 2025, photo and quote from Ms. Shively.
Jaeydenn Shively_Spanish - Say Hello To Hire - 2025
Jaedynn Shively_French- Say Hello To Hire - 2025
Check out this great summer lunch program menus for the week of June 23-June 27, 2025: Monday - Chicken Nuggets, Green Beans, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Tuesday - French Toast Sticks & Sausage, Steamed Carrots, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Wednesday - Mini Corn Dogs, Peas, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Thursday - Chicken Ranch Pasta, Refried Beans, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Friday - Glazed Chicken Over Rice, Mixed Vegetables, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Dine in services located at Kramer Preschool, CHS and CMS from 11:30am - 1:00pm. Mobile Grab & Go is available at West Park from 11:15-11:35am, Carriage House Estates from 12:00-12:20pm and Centennial from 12:30 - 12:50pm. There is no cost for children, ages 0-18 who are residents of Columbus. Child must be present at the Grab & Go sites to receive a meal. Childcare/Camps must provide rosters of children eating. Adult meals for those with children eating are available at dine in sites only and cost $6.00.
3 months ago, Columbus Public Schools
lunch food tray showing a turkey sandwich, strawberrites, apples, mashed potatoes and orange juice.
Check out the menu for the week of June 16-June 20, 2025: Monday - Pizza Pasta Bake, Steamed Broccoli, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Tuesday - Hot Dog, Mixed Vegetables, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Wednesday - BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich, Garlic Herb Roasted Carrots, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Thursday - Turkey & Cheese Sub, Peas, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Friday - Corn Dog, Crinkle Cut Fries, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Dine in services located at Kramer Preschool, CHS and CMS from 11:30am - 1:00pm. Mobile Grab & Go is available at West Park from 11:15-11:35 am, Carriage House Estates from 12:00-12:20 pm and Centennial from 12:30 - 12:50 pm. There is no cost for children, ages 0-18 who are residents of Columbus. Child must be present at the Grab & Go sites to receive a meal. Childcare/Camps must provide rosters of children eating. Adult meals for those with children eating are available at dine in sites only and cost $6.00.
4 months ago, Columbus Public Schools
photo of lunch trays that show food that could be served during the summer lunch program such as oranges, apples, chicken, hamburger, corn, green leaf salad
The summer lunch program is in full swing! Menu for the week of June 9-June 13, 2025: Monday - Spaghetti, Corn, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Tuesday - Soft Shell Beef Tacos, Refried Beans, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Wednesday - Ham & Turkey Sub, Herb Roasted Broccoli, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Thursday - BBQ Rib Sandwich, Tater Tots, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Friday - Cheese Pizza, Corn, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk Dine in services located at Kramer Preschool, CHS and CMS from 11:30am - 1:00pm. Mobile Grab & Go is available at West Park from 11:15-11:35am, Carriage House Estates from 12:00-12:20pm and Centennial from 12:30 - 12:50pm. There is no cost for children, ages 0-18 who are residents of Columbus. Child must be present at the Grab & Go sites to receive a meal. Childcare/Camps must provide rosters of children eating. Adult meals for those with children eating are available at dine in sites only and cost $6.00.
4 months ago, Columbus Public Schools
photo showing food summer lunch program possible food options
🚀 New school year, new faces! We’re excited to welcome Ms. Tess Bates to Centennial this fall. Let’s give a big Stars hello!
4 months ago, Centennial Elementary
Tess Bates- 2025
Tess Bates Spanish- 2025
Tess Bates French - 2025