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Supportive Community
Our families and the community play an essential role in its success. Dedicated partnerships, parent and community volunteers, and an active PTA help provide unique learning experiences, additional classroom support, and create a comfortable small-town feel.
Commitment
We are deeply committed to building strong personal relationships with every child and parent to help all students grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
AT A GLANCE
Centerville Elementary is a school focused on positive behavior, with students who can readily tell you that Cougar Pride consists of growing in respect, responsibility, right choices and readiness.
572 Students
Centerville Elementary has 572 students enrolled in kindergarten through fifth grade.
High Open Enrollment Rate
Over 1,000 students open enroll in the district annually.
Since 1854
We have been serving the community since 1854. The current building was built in 1959 with a new addition constructed in 2022.
Welcoming
Our welcoming environment ensures all students feel safe, respected, comfortable being themselves and share a sense of belonging.
Creativity
We focus on student-centered, high-impact instruction with challenging activities to engage learners and meet their individual needs.
News & Announcements
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Centennial High School students earn Minnesota Bilingual Seals and World Language Proficiency Certificates giving them a head start on college credits.
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Congratulations to Dr. Charlene Behne, a teacher in our schools from 1960-1993, and Mehmet Konar-Steenberg, Centennial High School Class of 1987, inducted into the Centennial Hall of Fame on May 1. As we celebrate their accomplishments, we are reminded of the power of education to inspire, connect, and transform lives.
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Mr. Lovdah. teacher at Centennial Middle School, was recognized by the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association as an outstanding educator.
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The "Arrive Alive" program at Centennial High School encourages high school students to make responsible decisions.
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Blue Heron Elementary students participated in a poster concert, sponsored by Circle Pines Lexington Lions Club in partnership with the Lino Lakes Police Department.