A Week Ahead
Monday, August 24
📝PM1 Testing Window Opens
💻PM1 KG ELA Assessment
🎓Senior Formal/Sports Make-Up Pictures, 4:00-6:00 p.m.
📕Yearbooks are Now On Sale! Order Online at https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01253750
Tuesday, August 25
💻PM1 KG Math Assessment
🎓Senior Formal/Sports Make-Up Pictures, 8:00-10:00 a.m.
⛳Boy's Golf vs. Baker at Blackwater Golf Club, 2:30 p.m.
🏐Volleyball vs. Baker (Away), J.V.-5:30 p.m., Varsity-6:30 p.m.
🏈JV Football vs. Summerdale (Home), 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 26
💻PM1 1st Grade ELA Assessment
Thursday, August 27
💻PM1 1st Grade Math Assessment
🧪Biology Progress Learning
🏐Volleyball vs. Escambia (Home), J.V.-5:00 p.m., Varsity-6:00 p.m.
🎟️S2 Pass App-Download from your App Store! All event tickets sold via S2 (no cash at door).
Friday, August 28
🔬6th-8th Grade Science Progress Learning
Have questions about this week’s events? Email us at CSoffice@santarosa.k12.fl.us
📚 Upcoming Testing at Central School! 🐾
Parents, please take a moment to review our 2026–2027 PM1/Fall Testing Schedule. Testing begins August 24 and continues through October.
📅 Check the schedule for your child’s testing dates and subjects. Please see the attached parent letter that outlines testing policies for students. https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/5224/Cs/cf1ed104-7be6-4cc6-a79d-ce0711c7f4aa/2026-Fall-Progress-Mointoring-.pdf?disposition=inline
Please help your child prepare by:
• Getting a good night’s sleep 😴
• Eating a healthy breakfast 🍎
• Arriving at school on time ⏰
• Bringing a positive attitude and doing their best! 💪
We appreciate your support as our Jaguars Learn • Grow • Achieve! 🐾💙
Senior Parents, Senior Year Is Here! 🎓💙
We are so excited to share this special school year with your senior! Senior year will be filled with so many memorable moments, milestones, and celebrations, and we are honored to be along on this journey with each of you.
To help our senior parents know what to expect throughout the year, we have created a page just for you! Please take a moment to visit the page and review the important information, upcoming events, and senior-year expectations. https://www.santarosaschools.org/o/cs/page/graduation-requirements
📌 Be sure to check back throughout the school year as we will continue to add updates and important information.
📸 Senior Formals – Next Week!
CDC Artistry will be on campus September 24th and 25th offering Senior Formals. This will be the last opportunity to have Senior Formals taken to be included in the 2026 - 2027 yearbook. https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbook.usesession.com%2Fs%2FiF8MbgFvB5&data=05%7C02%7Chollandm%40santarosa.k12.fl.us%7C56ea682fde574969c9ef08defe60e33e%7C4451d2cdd9cf4901bd908b5962cdaf7e%7C0%7C0%7C639227889303267967%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=BMuVAGESBkSj67%2B0rEfRfjM0X1AbbYZ1hW7BSF40HqI%3D&reserved=0
We are looking forward to an amazing senior year and making memories that your seniors will cherish for years to come! 💙🎓🐾
Let’s make it a great one, Class of 2027!
We are so excited to share this special school year with your senior! Senior year will be filled with so many memorable moments, milestones, and celebrations, and we are honored to be along on this journey with each of you.
To help our senior parents know what to expect throughout the year, we have created a page just for you! Please take a moment to visit the page and review the important information, upcoming events, and senior-year expectations. https://www.santarosaschools.org/o/cs/page/graduation-requirements
📌 Be sure to check back throughout the school year as we will continue to add updates and important information.
📸 Senior Formals – Next Week!
CDC Artistry will be on campus September 24th and 25th offering Senior Formals. This will be the last opportunity to have Senior Formals taken to be included in the 2026 - 2027 yearbook. https://nam11.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbook.usesession.com%2Fs%2FiF8MbgFvB5&data=05%7C02%7Chollandm%40santarosa.k12.fl.us%7C56ea682fde574969c9ef08defe60e33e%7C4451d2cdd9cf4901bd908b5962cdaf7e%7C0%7C0%7C639227889303267967%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=BMuVAGESBkSj67%2B0rEfRfjM0X1AbbYZ1hW7BSF40HqI%3D&reserved=0
We are looking forward to an amazing senior year and making memories that your seniors will cherish for years to come! 💙🎓🐾
Let’s make it a great one, Class of 2027!
🚨Attention Jaguar Families!
A Week Ahead
Monday, August 17
🏐Volleyball vs. Milton (Away), 9th-4:30 p.m., J.V.-5:30 p.m., Varsity-6:30 p.m.
📕Yearbooks are Now On Sale! Order Online at https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A01253750
Tuesday, August 18
🏐Volleyball vs. West Florida Baptist (Away), 9th-4:00 p.m., J.V.-5:00 p.m., Varsity-6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 19
🐆No Events Scheduled
Thursday, August 20
🏐Volleyball vs. West Florida Tech (Home), 9th-4:00 p.m., J.V.-5:00 p.m., Varsity-6:00 p.m.
🎟️S2 Pass App-Download from your App Store! All event tickets sold via S2 (no cash at door).
Friday, August 21
🏈 Varsity Football vs. Graceville (Home), 7:00 p.m.
🐆 SENIOR NIGHT! Let's salute our Seniors by wearing Red, White, & Blue! ❤️🤍💙
🎟️S2 Pass App-Download from your App Store! All event tickets sold via S2 (no cash at gate).
Have questions about this week’s events? Email us at CSoffice@santarosa.k12.fl.us
Central School is stronger when our families are involved! 🐾
We’re looking for parents who are willing to share their voice, ideas, and support to help make a difference for our Jaguars.
There are several ways to get involved, and most committees meet just 4 times a year!
❤️ School Advisory Committee
❤️ District Parent Advisory Committee
❤️Title I Parent Advisory Committee
❤️PTO Grade Level Representatives
Nominations due tomorrow for advisory committees.
Interested in getting involved? Email Hollandm@santarosa.k12.fl.us
One Team. One Family. One Jag Nation.. 🤍🐆
A Week Ahead
Monday, August 10
🎒 First Day of School – Welcome back, Jaguars! Bell Rings at 8:10 a.m./2:24 p.m.
🌅 Senior Sunrise – Jaguar Stadium, 5:30 a.m. (Student led event that is completely optional.)
Tuesday, August 11
No Events Scheduled
Wednesday, August 12
No Events Scheduled
Thursday, August 13
No Events Scheduled
Friday, August 14
💙 Spirit Day – Show your navy, silver, and white!
📂 Beginning-of-the-Year Packets due
📝 Parent Nominations for School Advisory Council due – Forms in front office
📝 Student Nominations for School Advisory Council due – Forms in front office
🏈 JV Football Kickoff Classic at Jay High School, 6:00 p.m.
🏈 Varsity Football Kickoff Classic at Jay High School, 7:00 p.m.
Have questions about this week’s events? Email us at CSoffice@santarosa.k12.fl.us
The new school year is here, Jaguars! As we get ready for another great year at Central School, take a few minutes to review the Central School Student Handbook with your student.
The Student Handbook is a valuable resource for students and families. It provides important information about school procedures, expectations, routines, and day-to-day operations. We encourage families to review the handbook together and refer back to it throughout the school year.
📲 VIEW THE STUDENT HANDBOOK:
Central School Student Handbook
🐆 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO! Let’s start the year informed, prepared, and ready to learn!
Parent Representative Nominations for CS School Advisory (SAC) are now available!
Nomination forms must be received by 3:00 p.m., August 14th.
Why join? Parents on our advisory committees provide crucial perspectives that help drive student achievement. Your voice can make a real difference! Open to all CS parents! No experience necessary - just passion for education!
🎉 THE FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER! 🎉
We cannot wait to welcome our Jaguars back to Central School for another wonderful school year! 📓✏️🍎🐆
Here are a few important reminders for the first day of school:
📚 SCHEDULES
Student schedules are available in Focus. If you are unable to access Focus, please visit the Student Services Hallway or Cafeteria to locate your first-period teacher. First-period teachers will also have a printed copy of each student’s schedule.
🚗 CAR RIDER & ARRIVAL
• Student drop-off begins at 7:45 a.m.
• Classes begin at 8:10 a.m.
• Students must be dropped off and picked up in the designated car rider area. Please see the attached map for the car rider location.
• Our car rider line is designed to be double lane. Please be courteous and attentive to our car line monitors and SROs.
• Please do not drop students off at the front of the school or gym area. These areas are reserved for Pre-K and staff.
• When entering campus from Allentown Road, the car rider line is to the left. The right-hand turn should be reserved for student drivers arriving at school.
• Additional student parking is now available from Central School Road.
• As a reminder, drivers should avoid using cell phones while driving.
🐾 ELEMENTARY CAR RIDER
Elementary students may be dropped off in the car rider line. Please make sure your Junior Jaguar is ready to go when you enter the car rider line.
🎫 Please have your assigned car rider tag clearly visible when pulling into the drop-off/pickup area.
All K–5 students must have an assigned car rider tag by the end of the week if car riding will be their regular mode of transportation.
We kindly ask that parents remain in their vehicles during drop-off. We will have all hands on deck to help our Junior Jaguars safely get where they need to go! ❤️🐆
👨👩👧 K–2 PARENT ACCESS ON THE FIRST DAY
K–2 parents will be allowed to walk their student to class on the first day.
• Parents must have a photo ID.
• We kindly ask that you spend no more than 5 minutes with your student so they can get settled and begin their day.
🅿️ STUDENT PARKING DECALS
Student parking decals will be available for pickup/purchase during High School Lunch. Students must complete a parking application before purchasing a 2026–2027 parking decal.
https://www.santarosaschools.org/o/cs/page/parking
🍎 BREAKFAST
Students not eating breakfast should report directly to first period each morning.
Students eating breakfast should report to breakfast first and then go directly to class.
🚌 TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
See attached flyer.
We appreciate your continued support as we kick off an AMAZING 2026–2027 school year! ❤️🐆
Let’s make it a great first day, Jaguars! 💙🩶🤍
Hello Central School Jaguars! 💙🐆
Welcome to the **2026–2027 school year!** We are excited to welcome our students back to Central School on **Monday, August 10!**
A few important reminders as we begin the year:
⏰ **SCHOOL START & DISMISSAL TIMES HAVE NOT CHANGED.**
• Students may begin arriving on campus at **7:45 a.m.**
• School begins at **8:10 a.m.**
• School dismisses at **2:24 p.m.**
📘 We will review the **Student Code of Conduct** with students during the first days of school. Central School follows the Santa Rosa County District Schools Code of Student Conduct, including district dress code requirements. Please be mindful of these requirements as you prepare for school.
📱 Stay connected throughout the year for important announcements, events, and updates:
**Central School Website:**
https://cs.santarosaschools.org/o/cs
**Jaguar Connection on Facebook:**
https://www.facebook.com/CentralSchoolJaguars/
**Santa Rosa County District Schools – Back to School Resources:**
https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/26-27-back-to-school-page
It is an honor and privilege to serve the outstanding students, staff, families, and community that make Central School such a special place.
This year, our theme is **Y.C.C.O.M. — You Can Count On Me.** The best ability is **availability**, and we are committed to being there for one another and for our students.
We are Jaguars — **On the Hunt for Excellence!** 💙🐆
Mr. Lay
Principal
Welcome to the **2026–2027 school year!** We are excited to welcome our students back to Central School on **Monday, August 10!**
A few important reminders as we begin the year:
⏰ **SCHOOL START & DISMISSAL TIMES HAVE NOT CHANGED.**
• Students may begin arriving on campus at **7:45 a.m.**
• School begins at **8:10 a.m.**
• School dismisses at **2:24 p.m.**
📘 We will review the **Student Code of Conduct** with students during the first days of school. Central School follows the Santa Rosa County District Schools Code of Student Conduct, including district dress code requirements. Please be mindful of these requirements as you prepare for school.
📱 Stay connected throughout the year for important announcements, events, and updates:
**Central School Website:**
https://cs.santarosaschools.org/o/cs
**Jaguar Connection on Facebook:**
https://www.facebook.com/CentralSchoolJaguars/
**Santa Rosa County District Schools – Back to School Resources:**
https://www.santarosaschools.org/page/26-27-back-to-school-page
It is an honor and privilege to serve the outstanding students, staff, families, and community that make Central School such a special place.
This year, our theme is **Y.C.C.O.M. — You Can Count On Me.** The best ability is **availability**, and we are committed to being there for one another and for our students.
We are Jaguars — **On the Hunt for Excellence!** 💙🐆
Mr. Lay
Principal
⛳ 2026 Central School Golf Tryouts Are This Week! ⛳
✅ All student-athletes must have a current sports physical on file before participating in tryouts. Physical forms are available on our Athletics webpage:
Central School Athletics Page
Good luck to all of our golfers—we can't wait to see you on the course!
✅ All student-athletes must have a current sports physical on file before participating in tryouts. Physical forms are available on our Athletics webpage:
Central School Athletics Page
Good luck to all of our golfers—we can't wait to see you on the course!
As we prepare for the first day of school, we encourage all parents and guardians of bus riders to verify their student's bus route, stop location, and pickup and drop-off times. Families have five convenient options to access transportation information: through the MyRide K-12 App, MyRide K-12 Online with an account, MyRide K-12 Online without an account, the FOCUS Parent Portal, or by visiting the Transportation Table during Meet the Teacher or Supply Drop-Off events. For specific directions on how to use any of these options, please visit the Transportation page on our district website or view the information posted on our district Live Feed, Facebook, or Instagram accounts.
Thank you for helping us ensure a safe and successful start to the school year. We look forward to welcoming our students back on the first day of school, which is Monday, August 10.
Thank you for helping us ensure a safe and successful start to the school year. We look forward to welcoming our students back on the first day of school, which is Monday, August 10.
🏐 2026 Central School Volleyball Tryouts! 🏐
It’s almost time to hit the court and show your Jaguar pride! Bring your energy, effort, and competitive spirit as we kick off a new season together. Tryouts are open to 6th - 12th grade students.*
Whether you’re a returning player or trying out for the first time, this is your opportunity to earn your spot and be part of the Jaguar volleyball family.
💙 Come ready to work.
🤍 Come ready to compete.
🐆 Come ready to be a Jaguar.
We can’t wait to see everyone in action. Let’s go, Jaguars!
*Students must have a required physical for the 2026-2027 school year and incoming 9th graders must have the ECG to tryout.
It’s almost time to hit the court and show your Jaguar pride! Bring your energy, effort, and competitive spirit as we kick off a new season together. Tryouts are open to 6th - 12th grade students.*
Whether you’re a returning player or trying out for the first time, this is your opportunity to earn your spot and be part of the Jaguar volleyball family.
💙 Come ready to work.
🤍 Come ready to compete.
🐆 Come ready to be a Jaguar.
We can’t wait to see everyone in action. Let’s go, Jaguars!
*Students must have a required physical for the 2026-2027 school year and incoming 9th graders must have the ECG to tryout.
🐆The countdown is on, Jaguars! 🐆
We're excited to welcome our students and families back for the 2026-2027 school year.
📅 Thursday, August 6
🍎 Elementary Meet the Teacher & Supply Drop-Off
⏰ 8:00–10:00 AM | 📍 Gym Lobby
🎓 New Middle & High School Student Orientation (Grades 6-12)
⏰ 12:00–2:00 PM | 📍 Cafeteria
📚 Be sure to scan the QR codes on the graphic for your student's school supply list or visit our website at https://www.santarosaschools.org/o/cs/page/26-27-elementary-supply-list
🚌 Transportation staff will also be on campus August 6 to answer any bus-related questions.
We can't wait to welcome everyone back and kick off another great year at Central School!
📣 Attention Secondary Students!
Need to meet your ELA or Algebra 1 graduation requirement? We've got you covered!
Join our Summer Bootcamp to sharpen your skills before retake testing:
📅 Bootcamp: July 6–9 & July 13
⏰ 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Retake Testing Dates:
🧮 Tuesday, July 14 – Algebra 1 Retake*
📚 Wednesday, July 15 – ELA Retake*
*Students must report to the Media Center by 8:30 a.m. for testing. Most students will finish by 12:30 p.m. Students with extended time may test beyond 12:30 but no later than 2:30. Questions about testing? Please call 850-983-5640
Attention Rising Seniors! Class of 2027 Senior Formals!
We are excited to announce that Central Senior Formal Portraits have been scheduled, and you can easily reserve your session by clicking the link below. This is the opportunity to capture your senior’s portrait that will be treasured for years to come!
BOOK HERE: https://book.usesession.com/s/iF8MbgFvB5
We are excited to announce that Central Senior Formal Portraits have been scheduled, and you can easily reserve your session by clicking the link below. This is the opportunity to capture your senior’s portrait that will be treasured for years to come!
BOOK HERE: https://book.usesession.com/s/iF8MbgFvB5
🐆 The Jaguar Spirit Store is NOW OPEN! 🐆
Show your Jaguar pride while celebrating America's 250th Birthday! Shop exclusive spirit wear and patriotic designs that let you support Central School and honor this historic milestone.
Don't miss your chance to gear up for the new school year in style!
https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/CENTRAL250
#JaguarPride #CentralSchoolJaguars #America250 #SpiritStore #GoJaguars
🏈⚽🏐 ATTENTION CENTRAL SCHOOL ATHLETES & FAMILIES! 🏀⚾🎾
Central School will host Concussion Baseline Testing on Monday, June 22, 2026 in partnership with Andrews Institute Sports Medicine.
📅 Date: Monday, June 22, 2026
📍 Location: Gymnasium Lobby
⏰ By Appointment Only
To schedule an appointment, contact Athletic Trainer Caiti Weber at (850) 454-5121 during business hours, Monday–Friday.
✅ Student-athletes must arrive at their scheduled appointment time.
✅ Consent forms must be completed before arriving- https://files-backend.assets.thrillshare.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/5224/Cs/4f1e4cde-4263-4367-97a2-bd92b2a41c0f/Concussion_Testing.pdf?disposition=inline
✅ A parent/guardian signature is required.
✅ Students who completed a baseline test last year are not required to retest but may choose to do so.
📢 Important Reminder for Incoming 9th Grade Students:
All incoming freshmen planning to participate in athletics must complete the required ECG screening by July 1, 2026 to be eligible for sports participation. Please ensure this requirement is completed before the deadline to avoid delays in athletic eligibility.
🎓 Attention Class of 2026! 🎓
Your diplomas are now available for pickup!
Please be aware that educational rights transfer to the student upon turning 18 in accordance with federal privacy laws. Therefore, the graduate must pick up their diploma in person. If someone else will be picking up the diploma on the graduate's behalf, written permission from the graduate is required.
Congratulations again on this important achievement—we are proud of you and wish you continued success in your future endeavors! 🎉
Your diplomas are now available for pickup!
Please be aware that educational rights transfer to the student upon turning 18 in accordance with federal privacy laws. Therefore, the graduate must pick up their diploma in person. If someone else will be picking up the diploma on the graduate's behalf, written permission from the graduate is required.
Congratulations again on this important achievement—we are proud of you and wish you continued success in your future endeavors! 🎉
