This is a friendly reminder about our school dress code. Please help ensure students are in compliance each day:
For full guidelines, please review the Student Handbook on our website or in the student planner. Thank you for supporting a positive learning environment!
https://cs.santarosaschools.org/o/cs/page/student-handbook
A Week Ahead
Monday, September 29
⛳️Girl's Golf Tournament vs. Jay/Crestview at Tanglewood, 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 30
💻FAST ELA Retakes
📚7th Grade Social Studies Field Trip
🏐 9th/JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Milton (Home), 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 p.m.
🏈 JV Football vs. Ernest Ward (Away), 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, October 1
💻Algebra EOC Retakes
🚗Wyotech Recruiter at HS Lunch, 11:00 a.m.
Thursday, October 2
💻Retake Make-Ups
⛈️Redzone Weather Presentation, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
🏐 JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Laurel Hill (Home), 5:00, 6:00 p.m.
Friday, October 3
🏈 Varsity Football vs. Jay (Away), 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 4
🏐Varsity Volleyball Tournament vs. WS Neal (Away)
🏃Cross Country Wildcat Invitational at UWF
❓Have questions about this week's events? Email us at CSoffice@santarosa.k12.fl.us
A Week Ahead
Monday, September 22
🚌7th Grade Social Studies Field Trip
🌸Homecoming Assembly, 9:20 a.m.
⛳️Boy's Golf vs. Jay/Northview at Northview, 3:00 p.m.
🏐9th/JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Flomaton (Home), 5:00, 6:00, 7:00 p.m.
🏈 JV Football vs. Snook (Away), 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 23
CLT 10 Testing
🏐 JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Escambia (Home), 5:00, 6:00 p.m.-Senior Night
⛳️Boy's Golf Tournament vs. Jay/Baker at Blackwater Course, 3:00 p.m.
⛳️Girl's Golf Tournament vs. Jay/Baker at Blackwater Course, 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 24
🏴See You at the Flagpole, 7:50-8:10 a.m.
🎉Homecoming Parade, 1:00 p.m.
Parade route starts at Oglesby Road. Community line up directly across from the school.
6:30 - 8:00 Bonfire sponsored by Central Jaguar Quarterback Club
Thursday, September 25
⛳️Boy's Golf Tournament vs. Jay/Northview at Tanglewood Course, 3:30 p.m.
⛳️Girl's Golf Tournament vs. Jay at Tanglewood Course, 3:30 p.m.
🐆Jaguar Prowl (Gym), 6:30-7:30 p.m.
🎆Community Fireworks
Friday, September 26
📸Homecoming Pictures
⭐️Pep Rally
📢Early Release Day for All Students, 12:05 p.m.
🏈 Varsity Football vs. Rocky Bayou (Home), 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 27
🪩Homecoming Dance, MS 6:00-8:00 p.m./8:30-10:30 p.m.
❓Have questions about this week's events? Email us at CSoffice@santarosa.k12.fl.us
📣 Central School 2025 Homecoming Announcement 🎉🐾
Central School 2025 Homecoming is upon us! We are excited to celebrate this special tradition with our students, staff, and families.
Congratulations to our Senior Maids and Class Representatives for being voted by their peers to represent Central School during this year’s Homecoming festivities! 💙💛
Homecoming Week is a time dedicated to celebrating Jaguar Spirit and Traditions across campus. We encourage all students and families to join us in the celebrations, wear your Jaguar colors, and help us make this Homecoming one to remember!
Let’s show our pride, cheer on our Jaguars, and create memories that will last a lifetime! 🐾✨
Please note Friday, September 26th is an Early Release Day for ALL Central Students.
State and district-required Compass Curriculum lessons will begin this month. Please take a moment to review the attached letter from Assistant Superintendent Mike Thorpe for more details about the required instruction for students in grades K–12.
Monday, September 15
💻PM1 Assessment 7th Grade ELA Testing
⛳️Boy's Golf FCA Tournament at AC Reed, 8:00-11:00 p.m.
📸School Pictures for Elementary Students (Pre K-5th Grades)
🏐9th/Varsity Volleyball vs. Lead (Away), 5:00, 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 16
📸School Pictures for Middle School Students (6th, 7th, & 8th Grades)
🏐 9th/JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. WS Neal (Away), 4:00, 5:00, 6:00 p.m.
🏈 JV Football vs. WS Neal (Home), 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 17
💻PM1 Assessment for 8th Grade ELA & EOC Make-Up Tests
📸School Pictures for High School Students (9th, 10th, & 11th Grades)
Thursday, September 18
⛳️Boy's Golf Tournament vs. Crestview at Blackwater Course, 3:00 p.m.
⛳️Girl's Golf Tournament vs. Crestview at Blackwater Course, 3:30 p.m.
🏐 9th/JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Jay (Home), 4:00, 5:00, 6:00 p.m.
Friday, September 19
💻PM1 Assessments for 8th Grade Math
⭐️Homecoming Practice 9:20-10:20
Saturday, September 20
🏐9th Grade Volleyball Tournament vs. Milton (Home)
❓Have questions about this week's events? Email us at CSoffice@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Mark your calendars for Central School Portraits! 📅 It's the perfect opportunity to capture those cherished school moments. Here’s when we’ll be taking pictures:
- **Monday, September 15**: Pre-K to 5th Grade 🎒
- **Tuesday, September 16**: 6th to 8th Grade 📚
- **Wednesday, September 17**: 9th to 11th Grade 🏫
Keep an eye out for flyers that will be sent home with elementary students this week. ✉️
For your convenience, you can also pre-pay online by clicking the link below:
https://cdcartistry.gotphoto.com/prepay/login
Get ready to smile 😁 and show off your school spirit in those photos!
Gent’s Formal Wear will be on campus tomorrow for tuxedo fittings. 🕴️
✅ Open to ALL secondary students grades 6-12 attending Homecoming
✅ Gent’s will deliver your tux to the school before the dance
✅ They’ll also pick it up after the event – easy and convenient!
Don’t miss this chance to get fitted and look your best for the big night! 💃🕺
In Honor of Grandparents Day Central School will be hosting Doughnuts with Dear Ones for students grades Pre-k through 5th grade. Please make plans to join us for this event and don't forget to stop by the book fair. Event details Date: 09/11/2025 Time: 7:10 to 7:40 a.m. Place: Cafeteria.
A Week Ahead
Monday, September 8
💻PM1 Make-Up Testing
🦷Pre-K Dental Exams
⛳️Boy's Byron Natham Golf Tournament at Stonebrook Golf Course, 8:00-12:00 p.m.
🍧 Kona Ice at Front Entrance of School, 3:30-6:30
🏠Open House, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
🏐9th/JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Flomaton (Away), 4:00, 5:00, 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, September 9
💻PM1 Make-Up Testing
🏐 JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Laurel Hill (Away), 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m.
🏫School Board Meeting at Central School
Wednesday, September 10
📝Mid-Term Reports
🏃♀️Cross Country Stampede (Esc. Co. Equestrian Center)
💻PM1 Assessment for 6th Grade ELA
🤵Gent's Formal Wear Visit During MS/HS Lunches
Thursday, September 11
🍩Doughnuts with Dear Ones, 7:15-8:15 a.m.
💻PM1 Assessments for 6th Grade Math
🏐 JV/Varsity Volleyball vs. Baker (Home), 5:00, 6:00 p.m.
Friday, September 12
💻PM1 Assessments for 7th Grade Math
🪐4th & 5th Grade Planetarium Field Trip to PSC
🏈 Varsity Football vs. Northview (Home), Senior Night, 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 13
🏐JV Volleyball Tournament at WS Neal
🏃♀️Argo Invitational at UWF, 8:00 a.m.
❓Have questions about this week's events? Email us at CSoffice@santarosa.k12.fl.us
We are excited to invite you to our Annual Open House at Central School!
📅 Date: Monday, September 8th
🕓 Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Central School
The evening will begin with a Title I Presentation in the Media Center at 4:00 p.m. Following the presentation, families are encouraged to stop by the Resource Station, Book Fair and visit classrooms to check in with your child’s teacher. This is a wonderful opportunity to see what our students have been learning and experiencing this school year!
We look forward to seeing you and celebrating the hard work of our Jaguars!
Students in grades 3 through 12 will be assessed using the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) test. This progress monitoring tool will be administered three times per year to track students' progress in learning the Benchmarks of Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.) Standards throughout the school year.
In addition to progress monitoring high school students will also be offered testing opportunities this fall as students work towards fulfilling graduation requirements.
To learn more about assessment tools and accessing student scores visit https://cs.santarosaschools.org/.../progress.../777317
Monday, September 1
⭐️ No School-Labor Day
Tuesday, September 2
💻PM1 Assessment for 9th Grade ELA
⛳️ Boy's Golf vs. Gulf Breeze (Tiger Point), 3:00 p.m.
🏐 Volleyball – JV/Varsity vs. Escambia (Away), 4:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m.
🏈 JV Football vs. Baker (Away), 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, September 3
💻PM1 Assessment for 10th Grade ELA
🐆SAC Meeting in Media Center, 9:00 a.m.
Thursday, September 4
💻PM1 Assessments for 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grades ELA
🏐 Volleyball – 9th/JV/Varsity vs. WS Neal (Home), 4:00, 5:00, 6:00 p.m.
Friday, September 5
💻PM1 Assessments for 3d, 4th, and 5th Grades Math
🏈 Varsity Football vs. Baker (Home), 7:00 p.m.
❓Have questions about this week's events? Email us at CSoffice@santarosa.k12.fl.us
You are invited to attend the Central School Parent Advisory Council (PAC) Meeting on Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. in the Media Center.
The Parent Advisory Council provides an opportunity for families to:
Give input on school programs and initiatives
Share ideas and concerns to support student learning
Collaborate with school leaders and teachers on family engagement activities
Stay informed about Title I and other school-wide programs that impact all students
Your voice is an important part of helping us strengthen Central School for every Jaguar. We encourage you to join us and be part of this meaningful partnership.
To learn more about the CS Advisory Committee visit https://www.santarosaschools.org/o/cs/page/sac-school-advisory-council
A Week Ahead
Monday, August 25
💻PM1 Assessment-Algebra/Geometry
👑 Homecoming Voting for Class Representatives at Lunch
📄Pick up Class Officer Applications during MS/HS Lunch-Due Thursday!
Tuesday, August 26
💻PM1 Assessment for 1st & 2nd Grades, ELA, Civics, & U.S. History
📄Class Officer Applications available during MS/HS Lunches
🏐 Volleyball – JV/Varsity vs. Jay (Away), 4:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m.
🐆PTO Meeting in Media Center, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
🏈 JV Football vs. Ernest Ward (Home), 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 27
💻PM1 Math Assessments for 1st/2nd Grades & Biology
📄Class Officer Applications available during MS/HS Lunches
Thursday, August 28
💻PM1 Assessments for 5th Grade Science
📥Class Officer Applications Due Today!
🏐 Volleyball – 9th/JV/Varsity vs. WFB (Home), 4:00, 5:00, 6:00 p.m.
Friday, August 29
💻Make-Up PM1 Testing
🏈 Varsity Football vs. Uriah (Home), 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 30
🏃♀️Cross Country Pace Invitational (Sims Middle School)
❓Have questions about this week's events? Email us at CSoffice@santarosa.k12.fl.us
This is just a reminder that our last senior portrait session is Thursday, August 21st. If you have not reserved a time, please visit the link to select one.
https://book.usesession.com/s/LXjns0vN4s
You must have your portrait taken to be in the yearbook.
Central School is dedicated to ensuring student success. Therefore, students from kindergarten to 12th grade will be evaluated throughout the school year to monitor their progress.
Students in grades K-2 will be assessed through STAR, while students in grades 3 through 12 will be assessed using the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) test. This progress monitoring tool will be administered three times per year to track students' progress in learning the Benchmarks of Excellent Student Thinking (B.E.S.T.) Standards throughout the school year.
To learn more about assessment tools and accessing student scores visit https://cs.santarosaschools.org/o/cs/documents/guidance/testing/progress-monitoring/777317
A Week Ahead
Monday, August 18
👨🌾 FFA Meeting, Ag Building, 7:50 a.m.
👑 Homecoming Nominations Open
🏈 JV Football vs. Snook (Home), 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, August 19
👑 Homecoming Nominations Continue
🏐 Volleyball – 9th/JV/Varsity vs. Milton (Away), 4:30, 5:30, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, August 20
👑 Homecoming Nominations Continue
🏅 National Honor Society Meeting during HS Lunch
Thursday, August 21
📸 Senior Formal Pictures
👑 Homecoming Nominations Close
💡Fentanyl Awareness Day for Middle/High School
🏐 Volleyball – JV/Varsity vs. Lead (Home), 5:00, 6:00 p.m.
Friday, August 22
🗳️ Homecoming Voting today and Monday
🏐 Volleyball – 9th/JV/Varsity vs. WFBA (Away), 4:00, 5:00, 6:00 p.m.
🏈 Varsity Football vs. Franklin County (Away), 7:00 p.m.
❓Have questions about this week's events? Email us at CSoffice@santarosa.k12.fl.us
