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November 25, 2024

Ms. Larson Awarded the S.T.A.R. Award!

Centennial High School is excited to share that our very own Jodi Larson was honored with the S.T.A.R. award this month! This award is given bi-monthly to a staff member, teacher, or principal who embodies S.T.A.R. attributes (Selflessness, Tireless, Adaptive, and Remarkable).   Ms. Larson is a shining example of someone who exhibits each of these qualities.
Her nominator stated: Ms. Larson is someone who I feel like doesn’t get the recognition that she deserves. She is someone who teaches health as well as people PE; the PE class is a joint class with peers and buddies with the purpose of inclusion. She works hard everyday to make sure everyone is doing okay as well as does all the planning for Special Olympics! She also takes time out of weekends to do our Special Olympics practices or other events.
Congratulations Ms. Larson on this well-deserved award! Our students and staff are lucky to have you as part of our CHS family!!
If you know a staff member, teacher, or principal that you think is deserving of the S.T.A.R. award, please fill out this form to nominate them.
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November 22, 2024

2024-25 Yearbooks and Senior Pictures

The 2024-2025 yearbook can be purchased now!  Follow this link to buy our next Jagbook! Our school number is: 26556

SENIORS, please send a photo to chsybk@ankenyschools.org  by 2/28/25. Please read the requirements HERE.

November 12, 2024

October Students of the Month

Congrats to the following CHS students who were drawn for the October students of the month:  Daniel Daman, Caelan Halsted, Everest Williams, Emma Wesack, Will Oborny, Cailey Gagnon, Max Perkins, Omarion Beneke, and Derrick Smith.

The Jaguar Students of the Month are nominated by a staff member and exhibit the following  characteristics:

  • Cares first for others
  • Respects the diverse natures and opinions of their peers and teachers
  • Pursues excellence through hard work
  • Creates a welcoming environment so every person feels valued and important
  • Brings honor to themselves and their school through character and integrity
  • Collaborates with peers to accomplish common goals
November 8, 2024

Jaguar Journal – November 2024 Newsletter

Welcome to the latest edition of the Jaguar Journal, a monthly 3-Newsletter for Parents and guardians of students at Centennial High School. Our goal is to keep you informed of the news and information you need in order to be involved and engaged in your student’s education.

Jaguar Journal – November 2024

October 31, 2024

Students Represent CHS at World Food Prize’s Global Youth Institute

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Anna Bruns (junior) and Greta Lee (sophomore) are two ACHS students attending the World Food Prize’s Global Youth Institute. The 2024 Global Youth Institute kicked off with more than 175 students attending the week-long academic conference to deepen their understanding of agriculture and sustainability-related issues. Conference topics focus on youth efforts to address global food security challenges, and students have the opportunity to participate in interactive group sessions and present their research. Anna and Greta both attended the World Food Prize’s Iowa Youth Institute last spring and were selected to attend this event which is for students from all over the world.

October 29, 2024

2023-24 Yearbooks Are In

The 2023-24 yearbooks have been distributed during advisory for current Juniors and Seniors.  If you have a student who graduated in 2024, you may stop by the front office to pick up his/her yearbook.

October 24, 2024

Centennial Quiz Bowl Team Wins First-Ever State Championship, Southview Claims Division 2 Title

The Ankeny Centennial High School Quiz Bowl Team has won their first-ever Iowa State Knowledge Bowl Championship, defeating the Ankeny High School team, which had held the title for the past three years. In Division 2, the Southview Middle School Quiz Bowl team claimed the state championship by defeating Northview and several small high schools across Iowa. “I am incredibly grateful to have the opportunity to coach these amazing students in Ankeny public schools,” said Quiz Bowl coach Nathan Coombes. “This is the first time ACHS has fielded a team in five years.”

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August 28, 2024

Senior Calendar

Click here to see the important dates on this year’s Senior Calendar.

August 13, 2024

Security Practices – Please Read

One of the great things about Ankeny Schools is the community’s support of our athletics and activities. These events bring thousands of people together to celebrate the achievement of students. Because security is of utmost importance, the district continues to review its practices and identify areas of improvement at such events. As a result, we implement security measures for our activities and events.

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Security practices:

  • Grades 6-12 must wear school ID while at the game
  • Footballs are not allowed
  • No baby powder, confetti, signs, noisemakers
  • No weapons (real or look-alike)
  • The North gate will remain secured at all times unless a team, band, or emergency personnel need access to the stadium
  • Families will be encouraged to ensure that students in grades K-5 be accompanied by an adult
  • Entrance to the stadium before an event will not be allowed
  • There will be no re-entry after leaving the stadium
  • Spectators will not be allowed to bring backpacks and large handbags into the stadium; Diaper bags or medical bags are allowed, but are subject to search
  • No outside food or drink
  • No access without a ticket or pass, including after halftime

These recommendations are the result of numerous conversations with security experts and a review of our current practices. Security can often be at odds with convenience. Our goal is to provide a safe environment for our students and spectators. We look forward to cheering on the Hawks and Jaguars with you this Fall.