The Center Yellowjackets will take on Carl Junction this evening at 7pm in the semi-final game of the Class 4, District 7 tournament. The game WILL BE PLAYED. If there is lightning in the area, we may have a delay, but we will get the game in this evening.
If you want to watch on TV, the broadcast will be exclusively on MSHAA TV. Here's the link to watch - https://vcloud.blueframetech.com/broadcast/ppv/454006
There is a $10 fee to purchase access.
Go Yellowjackets!!!
Yellowjacket soccer is hosting their District semi-final match this evening at 7pm at Center High School. Come on out and support our student-athletes as they go for a District Championship opportunity! $6.00 admission at the gate.
The Center School District Board of Education will meet on Monday, November 7th at 6pm at Indian Creek Elementary School.
The agenda, along with a link to view the meeting virtually, can be found by clicking this link - https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/SB_Meetings/ViewMeeting.aspx?S=229&MID=11968
Congratulations to Erick Boone, CHS Class of 2014 on his appointment as a US diplomat at the US Embassy in Bejing, China. In Erick's own words -
"Last week, a dream came true – I officially became a U.S. diplomat.
And as Secretary of State Antony Blinken led my cohort in taking the Oath of Office, I thought about what that moment meant.
Of course for me, it represented the culmination of a long journey that had been filled with adversity and uncertainty. It also represented the start of a new adventure into the world of diplomacy.
And yet, it stood as something more.
My cohort, in all of our diversity, symbolize a slow but steady march towards ensuring that those who have been called to represent our country are, in fact, representative of our country. That the foreign audiences we work with will get a more accurate picture of what it means to “look American.” And that a Black boy from Kansas City who became the first person in his family to attend college can speak for our nation overseas.
So as I prepare for my first diplomatic assignment at the U.S. Embassy in Beijing, I carry the words of Langston Hughes with me:
“I, too, am America.”
Congrats to our Center High School Student Government Association. Winners of the Presidency of the Trails West District for 2023-24! We are thrilled to be the hosts of the District convention next fall!!!
Center Student Government Association (SGA) is running for President of Trails West District of MASC today. Good luck Yellowjackets!!! Stay tuned for results.
We are getting ready to start the Center Friends program again - giving members of the community opportunities to support our students and teachers by volunteering in the schools. We are hiring a part-time coordinator to administer the program. A great chance for parents or community members to work up to 12 hours per week to help our schools. If you are interested, click on the link to learn more and apply - https://center.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=699
October’s Hive Society CSD Employee of the Month exemplifies our core value of safe and respectful schools.
October’s nominee helps make Center School District a place where students and staff are free to be themselves and further discover who they actually are. This person helps everyone around them feel safe not only physically but also emotionally. This is someone who is respectful of everyone – no matter the circumstance.
Hive Society is proud to present this award to Mr. Tyvell Kelly, Custodian at Indian Creek. Congratulations, Mr. Kelly!
Mr. Kelly's IC colleagues had the following to say about him:
"Mr. Kelley has been pivotal this year at Indian Creek. I see him at school at all hours of the day. He's been there at 6pm when I leave and is smiling at 7am, when I walk in. He is always willing to help teachers and students even though I know he has a lot on the to do list. I feel he has done a lot for our building, including giving staff motivational notes when needed. He also has great relationships with the students and is always helping when needed."
This past Wednesday, Center High School students in our Grow Your Own Teacher Academy visited the UMKC School of Education. They were able to hear about the School of Education, fill out the FAFSA, apply to UMKC, and complete a scavenger hunt throughout campus (Campus Tour).
The Center School District Board of Education will hold a regular monthly meeting on Monday, October 24th at 7:00pm at Indian Creek Elementary School (9801 Grand). The meeting is open to the public in person or via livestream. Use the link below to view the agenda and get the link to view the meeting virtually.
https://simbli.eboardsolutions.com/SB_Meetings/ViewMeeting.aspx?S=229&MID=11877
Due to a last minute cancellation by another group, the KCMO Health Department will be at Center High School today (October 20th) from 3-5pm with COVID vaccines (and boosters) and flu vaccine. This is open to all staff, families, and community members who wish to receive a vaccine. They will have adult and child doses. A consent form is required for adults and children. Forms will be available at the clinic.
Join Dr. Cargile for a Coffee Chat this Friday morning at 7:30am. Share your thoughts on Center with other community members. Email Stephanie Archie at sarchie@center.k12.mo.us for details and an invitation!
Glow night is on Friday, October 21st from 5:30 - 7:30 at Colonial Presbyterian Church. Face-painting, trunk or treat and much more! All FREE!
This Saturday is the Boone Carnival! Rides, games, auctions, raffle and much more. 1 - 5pm at Boone Elementary School. 89th & Wornall.
Monthly food pantry is this Friday morning. Volunteers needed. Sign up here - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040F48ADA82FA6FD0-friday9
Here' s the weekly newsletter for Center High School - https://www.smore.com/c6mbr
Check out the new Center High School Newsletter - everything you wanted to know about CHS and upcoming events!
https://www.smore.com/ktzyu
Lob & Learn is a national program to introduce tennis to young people that was started right here in the Center School District. Great, low cost opportunity for our kids. Check it out!
The Center Foundation 5K is this Saturday! Still time to register - center5k.com. Check out the awards created by CHS students using 3D printing is Ms. Chandler's class!! #RealWorldLearning
Boone Carnival is back! October 15th, 1-5pm. Raffle, Auction, Rides. 89th & Wornall Road. Don't miss it!!!
