Earlier today, law enforcement released the name of the Century High School student who died in a tragic car accident on Saturday, October 7th. As a result, we are now able to send our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Davin Tukua. I did not have the opportunity to meet or get to know Davin, but over the past two days, I have heard from teachers, coaches, students, and others that he was a wonderful young man. He was unfailingly kind and always ready to help complete a project or assist someone in need. He was a talented athlete who was a valued member of the football and swim teams at Century High School. I have heard from his coaches that he was a hard worker who always came ready to play, never complained, and would play any position or swim any stroke that would help his team compete and win. He also loved skiing and snowboarding and I'm told he was really good at both. I know that all members of the Rochester Public Schools community send our deepest sympathies to Davin's family and friends during this difficult time. We cannot understand or even imagine what you are thinking and feeling right now, but we want you to know that Davin's tragic loss has broken a part of our hearts as well. We will keep you in our thoughts during the time of grief, remembering, and transition that lies ahead.
Sincerely,
Kent Pekel
Superintendent
Century High School will be the place to be on Tuesday, October 10th.
Debater awardees last weekend in Eastview Apple Valley Classic League Debate
Don't miss our Virtual Referendum Info Session on Oct. 30 at 7 p.m.! Learn about the Rochester Public Schools 2023 Capital Projects Technology Levy Referendum. Join us for key insights, and get ready to make an informed decision. Stay tuned for the event link posted on our website on the day of the event. Your participation matters!
Find out more about the referendum here >> https://www.rochesterschools.org/referendum
Make sure to vote on or before November 7. Early voting is happening now!
Find your polling place here: https://pollfinder.sos.mn.gov/
Don't miss our Virtual Referendum Info Session on Oct. 30 at 7 p.m.! Learn about the Rochester Public Schools 2023 Capital Projects Technology Levy Referendum. Join us for key insights, and get ready to make an informed decision. Stay tuned for the event link posted on our website on the day of the event. Your participation matters!
Find out more about the referendum here >> https://www.rochesterschools.org/referendum
Make sure to vote on or before November 7. Early voting is happening now!
Find your polling place here: https://pollfinder.sos.mn.gov/
Congratulations to our royalty- Megan and Ron! And to our whole court- Josie, Katya, Patrick, Evelyn, Jason, George, Briar, and Luke!
The Century High School homecoming parade was a blast! View the rest of the photos: https://www.facebook.com/ISD535/posts/pfbid02iXrtYPVGtorxCkuMhKoCkY9ZSRxUwJPHvrvYjXXbhNvfEAWSjBg2NXLNLCSse9YSl
Rochester's financial situation becomes even more apparent when placed in context. Among 11 other Minnesota school districts that share a similar size and demographic profile, our district ranks at the bottom in terms of per-pupil revenue from voter-approved levies. These figures underscore the urgent need for the 2023 Capital Projects Technology Levy Referendum.
Find out more about the referendum here >> https://www.rochesterschools.org/referendum
Make sure to vote on or before November 7. Early voting is happening now!
Find your polling place here: https://pollfinder.sos.mn.gov/
We're excited for the football game tomorrow between the Century Panthers and the John Marshall Rockets!
All students attending the game need to purchase an online ticket in advance or use their Fall/Winter Student Pass from the HomeTown Fan app. Adults are also encouraged to purchase their tickets in advance.
-> John Marshall fans will enter through the baseball gates on the south end of the field so they can proceed directly through to the visitor's stands.
-> Century fans will enter through the front gate on the west side of the field.
The 25th All City Cross Country Meet will be held at Century on Tuesday October 10th. Boys Race at 4:15pm and Girls Race at 4:45pm with a 1 mile fun run for anyone aged 6th grade and younger to follow the girls race. Come out and cheer on the Panther Cross Country teams as they race on Century's home fields
FEMA, in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will conduct a national test of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS) at approximately 2:20 p.m. ET/1:20 p.m. Central today, Wednesday, October 4, 2023.
If your mobile phone is on and within range of an active cell tower from a participating wireless provider, you should receive the national test. Wireless providers will transmit the national test for 30 minutes, but your phone should only receive it once.
View more information at https://www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/practitioners/integrated-public-alert-warning-system/national-test-2023
It's Barbie vs. Oppenheimer Day at CHS and it seems Barbie is winning!
Congratulations debaters!
The 2023 Century Grand Marshal is Asst. Principal Mary Schoenbeck! Mary will be retiring at the end of the semester so this is an excellent way to begin the celebrations.
Schedule for Homecoming Friday 10/6
Senior Natalie Kottom "chalked the block" with the Century Homecoming theme today at Graham Park
Congratulations to Our Homecoming Court!
Panther Prime after school tutoring is offering FREE ACT Prep! ACT Prep will run every Tuesday and Wednesday from 4pm-6pm starting Tuesday, October 3 and going until Wednesday Oct 25th. Register using this link! https://forms.gle/3w2LKNLhuk8BQY2E7
The Century Science Olympiad team will have it's organizational meeting on Friday September 29 from 3:30 to 4:30 PM in E203. All students interested in science and the Science Olympiad team are welcome to attend.
2023-24 Winter Sports Online Registration will be Oct 9 thru 16. Athlete's physicals needs to be turned in NO LATER than Friday, Oct 13 in order to register on time. If you need a physical done, please check out our website at www.centurypanthers.org OR the bulletin board outside the Athletic/Activities Office for Options.