Activities, Clubs & Fine Arts

Centennial Students for Change

Centennial Students for Change is a group of students who work to promote equity and accountability in our community. Centennial Students for Change meets weekly on Mondays after school in the West Learning Commons from 3-4pm. Centennial Students for Change hosts a variety of events throughout the year including volunteer events, drives, and the Culture Fair.

If you are interested in joining Centennial Students for Change, please complete the form linked below. A Centennial Students for Change officer will contact you and you will be added to the Schoology Group page after you submit the application!

CSFC New Member Application

Advisors & Contact info - 
Dani Bevins - DBevins@isd12.org

Senior Class Committee

Advisor & Contact info - 
Brian Marquardt - bmarquardt@isd12.org
Paula Trettel -  ptrettel@isd12.org

Junior Class Committee

Advisors & Contact info - 
Elizabeth Literski - eliterski@isd12.org

Sophomore Class Committee

Advisor & Contact info - 
Tina Lund - tlund@isd12.org

Freshman Class Committee

Advisor & Contact info - 
Elizabeth Genskow - egenskow@isd12.org

The Centennial Clay Target Club is open to all students in grades 9-12.  The club gives students an opportunity to safely enjoy the shooting sports in a competitive environment.  Students may compete on teams in trap and skeet both in the fall and spring. 

The spring season is the primary competitive season and gives athletes the opportunity to compete against other schools and qualify for the Minnesota State High School League’s state trap tournament.  The qualifying event is the largest trap shooting event in the world.

Registration for the fall occurs during the first week of school, and the spring registration occurs during February.

Advisors & Contact info - 
Erin Quaranta -  ClayTarget@ISD12.org 
Eric Wahl - EWahl@ISD12.org
Dean Kienholz - DKienholz@ISD12.org

The Cougar Black Student Union is a student run organization designed for students of color looking for a positive safe space. It is operated around three main purposes: progress, fellowship, and diversity. There is plenty of collaborative opportunities, community outreach, and overall fun in store!

Advisor: Gail Erickson
Room: 126
Meet: Thursdays during Leap

DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.

Advisors & Contact info - 
Jamie Sobolik - jsobolik@isd12.org

Fall Dance Club Calendar

The Fall Dance Club helps dancers gain strength, technique and stamina while building relationships and supporting the Centennial community. It's a great way to prepare dancers for their competitive season

Advisor & Contact info - 

Allison Kallevig - akallevig@isd12.org

The Centennial HS Figure Skating Club is a group of students (grades 7 – 12) who enjoy figure skating.  The club meets approximately monthly to share experiences, have fun together, celebrate accomplishments, and build awareness of the sport.  
••The club is open to all levels and types of figure skaters, as well as fans of figure skating.
••Many of our members train at local community ice rinks.  

Throughout the year, members track their independent figure skating activities and have an opportunity to earn a Centennial HS activities/club letter or other awards by meeting established criteria.  Activities may include figure skating classes or lessons, synchronized skating groups, open skating, etc.

For more information about Centennial HS’s Figure Skating Club, contact the club’s advisor, Ms. Bruyers, who will connect you with the club’s student leadership.

Advisors & Contact info - 

Ms. Bruyers -  mbruyers@isd12.org

Centennial Fishing Club

The Centennial Fishing Club is open to all students grades 9-12 who want to engage in competitive fishing tournaments and wish to learn more about ethical conservation fishing practices.  We are a member of the Northeast Metro Conference of the Minnesota Junior B.A.S.S. Nation. The B.A.S.S. Nation is a global network whose members participate in and support a range of activities, including tournaments, conservation initiatives and youth programs. Student anglers will have the opportunity to qualify through a rigorous series of local tournaments to the state tournament and possibly the national championship.  We have tournaments throughout the summer along with a few ice fishing tournaments during the winter.

Advisors & Contact info - 
Shane Rasmussen - srasmussen@isd12.org

More information available here
*Please note, the link to the below leads to a page off of the Centennial Athletics & Activities website. It is not sponsored by the school or district.

www.centennialfishing.com

Flag Football is coming this Spring for all female CHS students grades 9-12.

Email Michael Diggins with any questions - MKDiggins@isd12.org

Schedule

Advisor: Lisa Johnson
Meeting Day: Every other Friday
Time: Leap A
Location: E229

Golden Lake Elementary Mentorship Program  

Golden Lake mentoring has a long history at Centennial of building relationships between Golden Lake elementary students and High School students. These relationships serve as positive role models for our students. Golden Lake mentors spend one LEAP a week going to Golden Lake elementary to spend the lunch hour with their assigned mentee.

To become a GLE Mentor you must complete the spring training and provide a parent/guardian permission slip. Once these two requirements are met, you will be partnered with a mentee at Golden Lake Elementary. GLE mentors are primarily Juniors and Seniors, with the occasional Sophomore student. If you are interested in becoming a mentor, please contact Ms. Bevins at CHS or Mr. Nelson at GLE.

Advisors & Contact info - 

Dani Bevins - dbevins@isd12.org
Eric Nelson- enelson@isd12.org

GSA
(Gender/Sexuality Alliance or Gay Straight Alliance) GSA is a group of students who meet regularly to connect and support people in the LGBTQIA+ community. We meet during LEAP A on Tuesdays in 126. Want to join our schoology group to get all the GSA updates, send a message to Ms. Erickson or Ms. Bevins!

Advisors & Contact info

Dani Bevins - dbevins@isd12.org
Ms. Erickson- gerickson@isd12.org

The Hispanic Club is a student-run club whose mission is to create a safe and supportive space. The ultimate goal is to learn more about the Hispanic community and come together to find resources that will help us have a more successful high school career and utilize those skills for our future. Everyone is welcome and the club will meet every 3rd Friday of the month during LEAP A and B.

Advisors:
Kathy Berrios Codero (kberrios_cordero@isd12.org) and
Gisela Gomez De Murillo (ggomez_de_murillo@isd12.org)

Meet: Third Friday of each month during Leap A and B

Location: W434 (Mr. Swedin's Room)

Open to everyone. The Hmong-Asian Club aims to bring students together to connect to their Hmong culture and build friendships through various activities. In addition, the Hmong-Asian club intends to educate and promote Hmong Culture through numerous events.

The Hmong-Asian Club meets every Thursdays during Leap A and B in room W707. If you are interested in joining the club or have questions about the club, attend a meeting or email the advisor.

Advisors & Contact Info:

Matthew Thao- mthao@isd12.org

HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) creates a space to learn and grow by exploring healthcare careers as we prepare for the future.  It will build important skills like leadership and teamwork.  HOSA offers hands-on experience and opportunities to connect with professionals in the medical field.  This club is a great way to bring together students passionate about helping others and excited about Healthcare.

Advisor: Lindsey Dvorak - ldvorak@isd12.org
Meeting Day: Friday
Time: During Leap A
Room: W701

Knowledge Bowl is a team academic competition that encourages teamwork, collaboration, effective communication and strategic thinking.  Students work together to solve questions related to history, literature, mathematics, science, current events, and everything in between. Competitive meets take place after school at high schools around the Twin Cities.  During a meet, teams of 5 begin with the written round, where they work cooperatively to complete a multiple-choice test. Based on their team’s written round score, they’re placed into rooms where 3 teams of 4 compete to answer questions read by a coach or volunteer.

Advisors & Contact info - 
Sarah Kolenbrander - skolenbrander@isd12.org
Jason O'Connor - joconnor@isd12.org

Model United Nations (MUN) his an stimulation in which students, referred to as delegates, engage in discussions that mirror the work of the actual United Nations and it's various committees.  In MUN, participants represent different countries and take on the roles of diplomats, working to formulate resolutions on pressing global issues.

Advisor: Tom Franta
Location: Room 116
Meeting Day: Wednesday
Time: 3:00 - 4:00pm

This club would allow us to unite and bring the Muslim Community together at Centennial High School while creating a safer place for Muslim students.  Muslim Student Association is also available to help and support students that may need assistance. 

Please reach out to the following advisors for additional information.

Advisor: Ramla Iman (rlman@isd12.org) and Leylay Elmi (lelmi@isd12.org)
Meeting Day: Tuesdays & Fridays
Time: Leap A & B
Location: E102

The school newspaper- The Rolling Cougs- is a student run publication that issues monthly. We cover many subjects from opinion polls to national news. We meet every Thursday during LEAP A in E103, Mrs. Connolly's room. It is free to join, and everyone is welcome! If you have any questions, you can find contact information in the "Meet Our Team!" Section. 

Advisor: Megan Connolly - mconnolly@isd12.org

Click here to view The Rolling Cougs.

Follow us on social media for the most up-to-date information on surveys, meetings, and publishing!

Instagram: @chsrollingcougs

Band: https://band.us/n/a5a39ct7wfccd

National Honor Society

Centennial High School’s National Honor Society

General Information:

The Centennial chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) recognizes outstanding students for their academic achievement as well as their achievements in leadership, service, and character.

Membership in NHS necessitates a commitment. Apply for membership only if you are willing to attend NHS meetings held on a monthly basis and complete the required minimum number of community service hours (20 for new members and 40 for veteran members).

Juniors who do not qualify for membership may apply again during the next selection process their senior year, provided that they meet the academic criteria.

Advisors & Contact info - 
Shane Rasmussen - srasmussen@isd12.org

Selection Process:

Students wishing to be considered for membership must thoroughly fill out a candidate form. In accordance with the Constitution of NHS, five faculty members are appointed annually by the Principal to serve as the NHS Faculty Council. It is their purpose to review the forms, select the new members and consider dismissals of the current members if applicable. The four pillars of NHS are Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character.  Each of the four areas receives equal weight in the evaluation process.   

NHS Bylaws

Scholarship

The student who demonstrates scholarship:

• Has a cumulative GPA of 3.67 or higher.

 
Leadership

The student who exercises leadership (examples include but are not limited to):

• Demonstrates initiative in promoting school activities.
• Exercises influence on peers upholding school ideals.
• Is able to delegate responsibilities.
• Is able to take on difficult or inconspicuous responsibilities.
• Exemplifies positive attitudes and inspires positive behavior in others in and out of the classroom.
• Demonstrates academic initiative.
• Successfully holds school offices or positions of responsibility.
• Is thoroughly dependable in any responsibility accepted.

Service

 The student who serves (examples include but are not limited to):

• Participates in activities for which they do not get paid nor do they directly benefit.
• Is willing to uphold scholarship and maintain a loyal school attitude.
• Participates in outside activities such as Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, church groups, youth sports, volunteer services for the aged, poor, or disadvantaged, etc.
• Participates in committee work.
• Shows courtesy by assisting visitors, teachers and students.
• Can document community service hours since entering high school (30 or more hours in a variety of projects are preferred but the hours may vary)

 
Character

 The student who demonstrates good character (examples include but are not limited to):

• Demonstrates academic integrity in all they do.
• Upholds morality, ethics, and honesty while showing courtesy and concern for other individuals. “Character is doing what is right when nobody is looking.”
• Does not have any documented violation of discipline protocol or school policies.  Students that are not in compliance with this may be in jeopardy of not being admitted into National Honor Society or may be dismissed if already a member.  School records will be reviewed periodically to ascertain compliance in these areas.

 
Selection Timeline:

November                          Invite letters mailed to all eligible students

November                          Optional information meetings 

November                          All materials due 

Nov  - Dec.                        Candidate forms will be scored by Faculty Council

November                          Leadership evaluation form on candidates sent to all teachers

December                          Meeting of Faculty Council for final selection

December                          Final review by Faculty Council and Principal

December                          Acceptance/Non-acceptance letters mailed

January                             Induction ceremony                      

Steps to complete the Candidate packet:

1. Read all material carefully.
2. Download and complete the candidate form.  This is available below.
   CANDIDATE FORM

3. Submit two letters of recommendation on your behalf.
   1. The letters should speak to your character
   2. Only one letter may come from a CHS teacher/staff member.
   3. One letter must come from a community member to whom you are not related.

4. Submit everything 
5. YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR COLLECTING, ASSEMBLING, AND SUBMITTING ALL MATERIALS IN ONE PACKET 

Peer Leadership is a great way to get involved and connected at Centennial High School! This group includes students from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences who want to connect, lead, and volunteer within the Centennial Community.

What we are looking for in our Peer Leaders:

• strong communicators
• willing to lead others
• dedicated & not over committed to other things
• responsible to manage a group
• accountable to show up throughout the year
• willing to take risks
• interested in helping others
• positive role models
• self-confident & self-directed
• respectful of diverse ideas & personalities
• kind and compassionate
• willingness to be present within the school walls on a daily basis

Peer Leadership is a full school year commitment of volunteering at various school and community events. To become a Peer Leader High School students must complete an online application and provide a letter of recommendation from a non-related Centennial Staff member, then complete all required training sessions. Applications open annually on January 15^th, and close January 31^st. Applications and letters of recommendation are due by January 31st to DBevins@isd12.org. Applications and letters received after January 31^st will not be accepted. Application review takes place February 1^st -10^th. Students will be contacted about their application status starting February 13^th via Schoology. Acceptance letters will be mailed February 15^th.

This application round we are looking to accept an estimated 80 new peer leaders to join the 68 returning peer leaders for the ‘25-‘26 school year.

As a Peer Leader student are required to attend all required trainings & the 1^st day of school for 9^th graders, these are mandatory events for the peer leadership program. Training will have makeup options for leaders that submit excusable requests prior to the training event, students that do not attend 9^th grade orientation forfeit their Peer Leadership status. Peer Leaders are required to uphold the student handbook, if a Peer Leader violates the student handbook, their Peer Leadership status will be reviewed by Ms. Bevins and Administration and their membership of the Peer Leadership program could be forfeited. Throughout the year Peer Leaders will be invited to volunteer for other opportunities and events throughout our community.

If you have any questions, please contact Program Advisor

Dani Bevins - dbevins@isd12.org

R-Read, E-Examine, A-Apply, D-Discussion (R.E.A.D)

The R.E.A.D Book Club strives to create a comfortable environment for readers to explore different genres of books. Captains also plan out school activities based on book choices such as movie nights based on the book adaptations. 

Club Advisor: Ms. Brown - KBrown@isd12.org
Meeting Day: Friday
Time: Leap B
Location: Room E211

Congratulations to the CHS Robotics Team for winning the FIRST IMPACT AWARD!!

Centennial's Robotics Team (FRC 2472 the Centurions) competed with 61 other teams in the 10,000 Lakes Regional competition this past weekend at the U of MN.

The robot and drive team had a strong performance, but eventually fell in the elimination rounds on Saturday afternoon.

However, the Centurions community outreach, philosophy of inclusion, and dedication to STEAM earned them the FIRST Impact Award! This award is given to ONE team at each regional event, and automatically sends a team to the World Championships in Houston, TX in less than two weeks!

The FIRST Impact Award is the most prestigious award at FIRST, it honors the team that best represents a model for other teams to emulate and best embodies the mission of FIRST.  It was created to keep the central focus of FIRST Robotics Competition on the ultimate goal of transforming the culture in ways that will inspire greater levels of respect and honor for science and technology, as well as encouraging more of today’s youth to become science and technology leaders.

Centennial High School is excited to hire Jen Herrick as head coach for the Sideline Cheer Team!

Jen Herrick has been hired to lead the Centennial High School Sideline Cheer Team. The Sideline Cheer Team is a 15-week program that runs from mid-August through the conclusion of the football season. 

“Jen Herrick brings extensive coaching experience with her, but more importantly, her coaching philosophy aligns with the Centennial School District vision and mission,” says Matt St. Martin, Centennial High School Director of Athletics and Activities. “Jen believes that the values learned from participating in education based athletics allow student-athletes to grow as individuals.” 

Herrick stated,“ As Head Cheerleading Coach I am excited to continue to connect with the Centennial community, students, and staff-especially under the Friday Night Lights! I look forward to building relationships and skills with my cheerleaders creating a fun and memorable season. Fire up Centennial, let’s go Cougars!”

Attend our Informational Meeting to get the Season started or to find out more about our Team! 

Date: Tuesday, December 7th  
Time: 4:00 PM 
Location: West Learning Commons 
Contact: Coach Erin at speech@isd12.org

*Acting/Interpretive Performances 
*Creative, Persuasive, and Informational Writing/Presentations 
*Discussion/Debate
*Improvisational and Rehearsed Storytelling 
*Weekly Practices with your Coach
*Competitions take place on Saturdays February - April

*15 Event Categories! 

• Creative Expression 
• Discussion 
• Humorous Interpretation 
• Duo Interpretation 
• Serious Interpretation of Drama
• Program Oral Interpretation 
• Serious Interpretation of Prose 
• Extemporaneous Speaking 
• Serious Interpretation of Poetry 
• Extemporaneous Reading 
• Great Speeches 
• Storytelling 
• Original Oratory 
• Informative Speaking 
• *Improv 

Advisors & Contact info - 
Erin - speech@isd12.org

Advisor: Aaron Stack - AStack@isd12.org

Student Council

The Centennial High School Student Council is a group of students, freshmen through seniors, who apply to be on the Council.  The Student Council is responsible for many events throughout the school year.  They plan and run Homecoming, Winter Week, Spring Week, among various community service and school spirit projects.

Interested in joining CHS Student Council? 

Applications for the following school year open after spring break.  Check back and use the following link to access and submit your application:  https://bit.ly/37FB51n.  Due dates are found within the application. 

How do I know if I'm Accepted?

Check this post at the end of the school year to see if you have been accepted. You will also be enrolled into a Schoology group where we will keep you updated about summer meetings 

We are sorry to not be able to accept all applications and hope that you will consider applying again in future years.

Advisors & Contact info - 
Tyson Poppleton  - tpoppleton@isd12.org

CHS Unified Club combines students with and without intellectual disabilities to develop meaningful relationships, help spread acceptance and ensure everyone feels included and welcome in their school. 

Any student who is interested in an inclusive school setting may participate. CHS Unified Club will include social activities to strengthen relationships while promoting a school climate that celebrates diversity and combats stereotypes and negative attitudes.

Our Unified Club meets the 3rd Thursday of each month during Leap A in Room E304.  If you are interested in joining the club or have any questions about the club, attend a meeting or email the advisor.

Advisor & Contact Information:
Mrs. Jewett- kjewett@isd12.org

Upcoming Meeting dates: Feb. 20th, March 20th, April 17th, May 15th

UPLIFT at Centennial High School aims to give a community that encourages Christian values on and off campus. It gives a safe environment where students can meet together to discuss God’s Word to grow, learn, and encourage each other in their faith with God. UPLIFT meets every other Friday in the career center. All students are welcome!

Advisor: Lori Guyer - LGuyer@isd12.org
Room: W411 (Career Center)
When: Every other Friday
Time: 7:20 am to 7:40 am

World Culture Club is all about unity and appreciation of other cultures.

We encourage all students to participate in this club to learn more about their own cultural influences and those of others. To achieve this we acknowledge the many gifts and talents that contribute to global citizenship from diversity.

In the World Culture Club, students from the Centennial High School and international students meet to get to know each other and learn about world cultures. Social activities are designed to promote the knowledge and respect needed to create a more just and peaceful world. Club members plan and participate in activities designed to interact with the exchange students welcomed each year at Centennial High School.

Students in this club connect with each other based on the values of dignity, respect for difference, harmony, sensitivity and acceptance.

We create cultural crafts, listen to music, eat food, and immerse ourselves in a place!

Advisors & Contact info - Jimmy Vang - MVang@isd12.org
Meet Tuesdays after school
Room - 119

Yearbook Advisor: 

Tina Lund - tlund@isd12.org

The Choir program at Centennial High School consists of Curricular Ensembles available to any interested students grades 9-12 along with many extracurricular opportunities. Current ensembles are Choraliers, Una Voce, Concert Choir, Romancers, Sweet Harmony, Varsity Choir, Treble Choir, and Ovation. Please contact the directors listed below for more information.

Advisors & Contact info - 
Mrs. Julie Enwright – jenwright@isd12.org  (763) 792-5057
Mr. Robert Schlidt – rschlidt@isd12.org  (763) 792-5029

PURCHASE CABARET TICKETS HERE

Centennial Theater

Centennial Theater Programs include:

-The Fall Play
-The Spring Musical
-One Act
-Improv Club (Runs through Community Education)

Theater Programs Director – Eric Webster ewebster@isd12.org
Fall Play Director – Eric Webster
Improv Coach – Eric Webster
Spring Musical Co-Director – Eric Webster
Spring Musical Co-Director – Mary Rudquist
One Act Director – Eric Webster
Theater Programs Technical Director – Eric Webster
Theater Boosters President – Jennifer Lavandowska

All information on dates, times, and all other details available HERE

*Please note, the link to the below leads to a page off of the Centennial Athletics & Activities website. It is not sponsored by the school or district.

https://centennialtheatre.org/

The Academic Assistance Center is a tutoring center located in the West Learning Commons - Study Room C where students can access academic tutoring  while in Sub Alt, Study Hall, during TA or Leap.

If you are interested in tutoring, email Kimberly Hartert.

Advisor: Kimberly Hartert - khartert@isd12.org

Close the Gap hosts after-school collaborative study sessions run by students of color on Wednesdays from 3:00pm - 4:30pm in the West Learning Commons.  ALL CHS STUDENTS ARE WELCOME TO JOIN!

Advisor: Kimberly Hartert - khartert@isd12.org