Setting Goals

• Students will set realistic academic and personal goals that they review regularly and adjust as needed.

Effort and Determination

• Students will show consistent effort in completing assignments and projects. They will stay focused during lessons and activities, even when they are challenging.

Problem-Solving

• Students will approach problems with a positive attitude and look for solutions. They will seek help when needed, but attempt to solve problems independently first.

Resilience

• Students will bounce back from setbacks or failures and try again. They will learn from mistakes and use them as opportunities for growth.

Active Participation

• Students will participate actively in class discussions and activities. They will ask questions and seek clarification when concepts are unclear.

Homework and Assignments

• Students will complete and submit homework and assignments on time. They will ensure that all work is done to the best of their ability.

Study Habits

• Students will develop and maintain good study habits, such as regular review sessions and organized notes. They will use some kind of planner or calendar, whether digital or hard copy, to keep track of important dates and deadlines.

Collaboration

• Students will work effectively in group settings, contributing fairly and respecting others’ ideas.
• They will share knowledge and resources with classmates to enhance learning for all.

Respect

• Students will show respect for teachers, classmates, and school staff. They will listen when others are speaking and wait your turn to talk.

Involvement

• Students will participate in school and classroom events and activities. They will volunteer for roles and responsibilities that support the classroom and school community.

Responsibility

• Students will take responsibility for their actions and their impact on others. They will follow classroom and school rules consistently.

Inclusivity

• Students will Include and welcome all classmates in activities and discussions.

Empathy

• Students will show understanding and compassion towards others’ feelings and experiences.
• They will offer support to classmates who are struggling or in need.

Politeness

• Students will use polite language and manners in interactions with others. Students will express gratitude and acknowledge others’ contributions.

Conflict Resolution

• Students will handle conflicts calmly and respectfully, seeking to understand all perspectives.
• They will use peaceful methods to resolve disagreements and seek help from a teacher if needed.

Acts of Kindness

• Students will perform small acts of kindness, such as helping a peer with their work or offering a kind word. They will recognize and praise acts of kindness by others.

Cellphones are not allowed at Centennial Middle School. This includes passing periods, lunch, bathrooms, etc. There are many concerns related to phones such as inappropriate content, cyberbullying, unapproved photos and airdrops of files, inappropriate messaging, etc. We feel everyone is both safer and more engaged when cellphones are kept put away. There are phones available in almost every room in the building for emergencies and communication with parents. The first time a phone is out, a verbal warning will be given. The second time a cellphone is out, a faculty or staff member will confiscate the device and deliver it to the main office where the student will be able to pick it up after school. On the third offense, a parent must pick up the device.

For the same reasons, other communication devices such as Apple watches and tablets should not be used for things like texting either. A watch can be worn and used for things like a calendar or time keeping. All students have a Chromebook, so there should not be a need for items like tablets unless there is a medical exception, IEP accommodation, and/or 504 accommodation.

Chromebooks are issued to each student and will be each individual student’s responsibility. If they are lost or damaged, the student will be charged for the cost of repairs or replacement. They are monitored by district security and Bark. Administration will be made aware of any safety concerns related to Chromebook and Google account usage. Parents will always be notified in such cases. Students are expected to bring Chromebooks fully charged every day. They should also bring their charger every day in case it is needed. Teachers and administrators do have the right and responsibility to monitor technology usage and determine when Chromebooks should and should not be used throughout the day. Students are also expected to treat Chromebooks with care. * All computer use must comply with Provo City School District policy.

Staying informed of academic progress is an important factor in being successful at school. Parents and students may access grades and attendance online at any time. PowerSchool may be updated daily by teachers to record student scores and attendance. Parents may also find links to teacher e-mail accounts and information on how to receive daily or weekly e-mail updates on student progress. This information is available online to parents through a confidential login. Grades are updated weekly and emails should be responded to within 24 business hours.

Using the Internet, point the browser to the following:

1. Go to CMS via your browser
2. Click on the PowerSchool link
3. Type in your student’s confidential ID and password and hit “enter.”

Your student’s confidential ID is set by default to their student number and the password is their birthday in this format: 2/6/86. (Slashes are needed and preceding zeros are not.) If you have questions, you may call the registrar at 370-4621 extension 1304. Teachers also all have the ability to help students log in and/or reset passwords.

All teachers in Provo City School District are expected to utilize Canvas. The level to which they do so may vary. Parents may sign up to be “observers” on Canvas to stay informed on assignments, due dates, communications, etc. It does sometimes take time for Canvas and PowerSchool to sync. Please be patient and know that grades may not always match in both systems. If you are not sure which one is accurate, it is best to reach out to the teacher directly.

We follow the Provo City School District dress code as outlined in policy 3224 which states that all students must remember the following:

• Wear clothing that is appropriate for the setting and activity.
• Undergarments must be covered at all times. 
• See-through or mesh garments must be worn with appropriate coverage underneath

Any illegal, threatening, profane, or lewd content will not be allowed. For example images or language that contain any of the following content:

• Gang-related
• Weapons (as defined in Utah Code 76-10-501)
• Illicit drugs or alcohol
• Sexual content
• Violence
• Discrimination
• Profanity

The School Administration reserves the right to determine if an item of clothing does not meet the dress standards.

Some fees may be charged for specific classes, activities, or general administrative reasons. The fee chart is available online for all schools. You can pay through Liana Mangisi or contact her or administration with questions or concerns. You can find fee waivers in the financial office that is located within the school’s main office.

Any smaller lost and found items such as airpods, jewelry, glasses, etc. are kept at the front desk with Mrs. Ensign. Other items such as clothing and water bottles are in the lost and found area of the main office. Office staff can direct you to it. Quarterly, we send out notices to families that lost and found items will be donated if not claimed by a specific date. Otherwise, we end up with more items than we have room to store. Please watch weekly emails for that information when it comes out.

Most buses will drop off and pick up in the fire lane behind the school. The bus for students with special accommodations and the late bus at 4:00 both pick up in front of the building. Please remember your bus number! Administration and teachers do not know who rides which bus, so we cannot give you those details while out back on bus supervision duty. It is the student’s responsibility to know the correct bus number. State laws and district policies also prohibit students from riding the incorrect bus or from riding a bus when not living in a bus zone. Bus zones, stops, times, and numbers can all be found on the district website.

Centennial Middle School is a closed campus. Students are not allowed to leave campus without a parent or other authorized adult. This includes lunch. Students can only be checked out by a parent, guardian, or other adult listed on PowerSchool, and any adult checking a student out must have a photo ID, use the RAPTOR system upon entrance to the building, and be present in person.

Most prescription medications must be kept with the school nurse. If you have a question or concern, please contact the main office. If a student needs pain medication like tylenol or ibuprofen, some is available in the main office that can be given out by a staff member with parent permission.

All visitors, even district employees, are required to check in at the main office. If you do not have an appointment to meet with administration, counselors, or teachers, we may ask you to wait or to come back when they are available. All faculty and staff can be contacted easiest via email.

Students have thirty minutes for lunch. School meals are available for a small charge to all students. Free and reduced lunch applications are available online and through our cafeteria. Even with a free or reduced lunch application approved, a second lunch in one day will result in full charges. There are always at least four lunch options including pizza, sandwich, Asian, and main dish. Please contact the cafeteria for specific dietary restrictions. We ask that food remain in the cafeteria, but once students are done eating, they can move outside behind the building and on the near side of Sertoma Park.

We follow the district Safe Schools policy that is found on the district website. There are also details for procedures regarding any violation of this policy.

These devices are not allowed on school property for safety purposes. Please walk them off campus before riding so we don’t have any injuries.

This includes items like noisemakers, look alike weapons, confetti, chalk, Sharpies, lighters, shaving cream, silly string, Axe spray or other aerosols, and any other item that can be distracting or cause damage and/or harm to others are not allowed. School administration reserves the right to discipline as deemed appropriate including but not limited to confiscation of the item.

Tier 1

As a school, we will:

• Share school-wide expectations with students and educate them on the importance of why being to class on time is important and define for them what is considered tardy-to be done both in PACK and in our individual classrooms
• Be unified and consistent as a school in assisting with these efforts

Teachers will proactively:

• Meet students at the classroom door welcoming them to class
• Cultivate positive and genuine student/teacher relationships
• Hook students through a meaningful starter and engaging classroom instruction

Tier 2

Teachers will proactively:

• Redirect students, having one-to-one conversations with them as needed
  • Conversations are logged as a minor incident in Ed Handbook
• Involve a parent/guardian via phone call
  • Discuss and seek to find a solution, notify them that further consequences are imminent as tardies continue
  • Conversations are logged as a minor incident in Ed Handbook
• Troubleshoot with PLC team, teachers of student, and admin as needed Student referred to admin via logging as a major incident in Ed Handbook, possible consequences may include but are not limited to:
  • Student/Administrator Conference
  • Referral to School Counselor
  • Referral to School Social Worker
  • Check-in/Check-out

Tier 3

After multiple redirects, parent involvement, and tier 2 administrative involvement, teachers will:

• Refer student to admin via logging as a major incident in Ed Handbook
• Dependent on severity of tardies, possible consequences may include but are not limited to: 
  • Parent/Administrator Conference ○ Lunch Detention (to include service with parental consent) 
  • After School Detention (to include service with parental consent) 
  • Reverse Suspension (inviting parent/guardian to attend school with their child)

1st, 2nd and 3rd Tardy: 

• Redirection and reminder of expectation. Student/teacher conference to learn more about what is going on. Teachers should also reflect on their own practice.

4th Tardy:

• Redirection, re-teach expectation, Email Parent

5th Tardy:

• Redirection, Phone Call Home to create an action plan with parent and student input.

6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Tardy: 

• Administrative Intervention (Level 1) 
  • Student/Administrator Conference 
  • Referral to School Counselor 
  • Referral to School Social Worker 
  • Check-in/Check-out with tracking sheet 
  • Detentions Lunch Detention (to include service with parental consent) 
  • After School Detention (to include service with parental consent)

10th tardy:

• Administrative Intervention (Level 2) 
  • Parent/Administrator Conference 
  • Referral to SST 
  • Reverse Suspension (inviting parent/guardian to attend school with their child)

In our educational context, rigor refers to creating learning experiences where all students are challenged, involved, and develop the ability to apply knowledge in various contexts. Students take ownership of their learning as they tackle more complex ideas through interactive, inquiry-based activities in which students are asked to engage with complex materials, ask probing questions, and develop higher-order thinking skills. Rigor is not about making work harder or longer, but about enriching students’ learning experiences and pushing them to reach their full potential.

High Expectations for All Students

1. Challenging Curriculum: Every classroom will teach state standards and grade-level content. Teachers will utilize district-approved curriculum in a way that challenges students and encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
2. Differentiated Instruction: Teachers will employ differentiated instruction strategies to meet the diverse needs of students, ensuring that all learners are adequately challenged and supported. 
3. Assessment and Feedback: Regular and varied assessments will be used to gauge student understanding and progress. Constructive, timely feedback, interventions, and extensions will be provided to guide improvement and growth.

Support for Academic Success 

1. Access to Resources: Students will have access to a variety of learning resources which may include textbooks, online materials, and supplementary aids. Students will also be given appropriate accommodations according to individual needs. 
2. Encouraging Growth Mindset: Teachers will foster a growth mindset by encouraging effort, resilience, and the understanding that intelligence can be developed with hard work and dedication.

Establishing a Positive Learning Environment

1. Clear Expectations: Teachers will set clear, consistent, and fair expectations for behavior and academic performance at the beginning of the school year and reinforce them regularly.
2. Respect and Responsibility: Students are expected to show respect for themselves, their peers, and their teachers. Responsibility for their actions and learning will be emphasized.
3. Classroom Procedures: Effective classroom procedures and routines will be established to minimize disruptions and maximize instructional time.

Behavior Management Strategies

1. Proactive Management: Teachers will employ proactive behavior management strategies, such as positive reinforcement, to encourage good behavior.
2. Conflict Resolution: A structured approach to conflict resolution will be used to address behavioral issues, ensuring that students learn from their mistakes and understand the impact of their actions.
3. Consistent Consequences: Consequences for inappropriate behavior will be applied consistently and fairly, ensuring that all students understand the importance of adhering to classroom rules.

Interactive and Inclusive Instruction

1. Active Learning: Teachers will design lessons that promote active learning, encouraging students to participate in discussions, group work, and hands-on activities
2. Wise Use of Technology: Technology will be integrated when necessary to enhance learning but used wisely and not overused, ensuring it supports rather than distracts from educational goals.

Building Strong Relationships

1. Student-Teacher Relationships: Teachers will build strong, positive relationships with students, fostering a sense of trust and belonging.
2. Parental Involvement: Parents will be encouraged to participate in their child’s education, maintaining open lines of communication with teachers.
3. Peer Collaboration: Opportunities for peer collaboration will be promoted, helping students learn from each other and develop social skills.

Collaborative Planning and Instruction

1. Regular Meetings: Teachers will participate in regular PLC meetings to collaborate on curriculum planning, share best practices, and analyze student data.
2. Data-Driven Decisions: PLCs will use student performance data to inform instructional strategies and interventions, ensuring all students are supported in their learning.
3. Continuous Improvement: PLCs will foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging teachers to reflect on their practices and implement new strategies for enhanced student outcomes.

Supportive Professional Environment

1. Shared Responsibility: PLCs will promote shared responsibility for student success, with teachers working together to address challenges and celebrate achievements. Academic and instructional time will be prioritized, and teachers will respect that time in planning things like field trips, celebrations, etc. and in their interactions with each other.
2. Collaborative Culture: PLCs will cultivate a collaborative culture where teachers support each other, share resources, and build collective efficacy.

1. Regular Training: Teachers will receive ongoing professional development on best practices in academic rigor, classroom management, and student engagement.
2. Observation and Feedback: Administrators will conduct regular classroom observations, providing constructive feedback to support teachers.
3. Continuous Improvement: Feedback from students, parents, and teachers will be solicited to continuously improve our classroom practices.