The boys HS baseball game against North Fork originally scheduled for 4/18 has been moved to 4/30 and will be played in Gunnison at 1pm and 3pm
Due to lack of players, the middle school baseball game scheduled for today against Centauri has been cancelled. There will not be a makeup.
Center Consolidated School District Board of Education Selects Superintendent Finalists
The Center Consolidated School District 26JT has selected three finalists in its search for the next District Superintendent: Benjamin Dutton, Andrew Hawkins, and Roxanne Vigil.
As part of the selection process, the three finalists will spend a day in the district on Thursday, May 7. The day will include tours of the schools and community, and time to meet with staff and students. Parents, families, and community members will also have an opportunity to meet the candidates in a public session in the evening.
All interested district employees, families, parents, and community members are invited to attend the sessions, which will be held on May 7, from 6:15-8:30 p.m. in the new Building X, Room 105. Each finalist will introduce themselves and answer questions during their individual 45-minute session. A representative from the search firm Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates (HYA) will be present for the evening as well.
All Center School District staff, students, parents, and community members will have the opportunity to share their feedback with the Board throughout these days using an online form, accessible via a provided link and QR code. The Board values and appreciates everyone’s input as it informs this important decision. Final interviews with each candidate will be conducted by the Board on the evening of May 7, with deliberations following the interviews. The Board intends to name the next Center Consolidated School District superintendent on the evening of May 7, 2026 following their deliberations.
Below are details on each of the finalists:
https://aptg.co/nhxHV9
The Center Consolidated School District 26JT has selected three finalists in its search for the next District Superintendent: Benjamin Dutton, Andrew Hawkins, and Roxanne Vigil.
As part of the selection process, the three finalists will spend a day in the district on Thursday, May 7. The day will include tours of the schools and community, and time to meet with staff and students. Parents, families, and community members will also have an opportunity to meet the candidates in a public session in the evening.
All interested district employees, families, parents, and community members are invited to attend the sessions, which will be held on May 7, from 6:15-8:30 p.m. in the new Building X, Room 105. Each finalist will introduce themselves and answer questions during their individual 45-minute session. A representative from the search firm Hazard, Young, Attea & Associates (HYA) will be present for the evening as well.
All Center School District staff, students, parents, and community members will have the opportunity to share their feedback with the Board throughout these days using an online form, accessible via a provided link and QR code. The Board values and appreciates everyone’s input as it informs this important decision. Final interviews with each candidate will be conducted by the Board on the evening of May 7, with deliberations following the interviews. The Board intends to name the next Center Consolidated School District superintendent on the evening of May 7, 2026 following their deliberations.
Below are details on each of the finalists:
https://aptg.co/nhxHV9
Center Schools had another fantastic week- Prom, published student authors, strong parent involvement, and fabulous opportunities for our students- thanks to our amazing staff!
Take a moment to check it out at www.center-of-focus.com. Have a great last week of April!
Take a moment to check it out at www.center-of-focus.com. Have a great last week of April!
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to our amazing Center Viking Team!
Brenda and Agnes at Haskin, Debra and Rosa at the middle/high, and Raul and Roseann at the District Office- We have the best team around! We appreciate all you do to keep our Viking ship afloat, and we couldn't do it without you! We appreciate you every day- but we celebrate you today! THANK YOU!!!
Brenda and Agnes at Haskin, Debra and Rosa at the middle/high, and Raul and Roseann at the District Office- We have the best team around! We appreciate all you do to keep our Viking ship afloat, and we couldn't do it without you! We appreciate you every day- but we celebrate you today! THANK YOU!!!
Comunidad de Center,
El Administrador de Emergencias nos ha informado que el Condado de Saguache no formará parte del apagón programado por Xcel Energy. Como resultado, tendremos un horario escolar regular el miércoles y jueves.
Aunque no se esperan cortes de energía, se pronostican vientos fuertes. En caso de una interrupción inesperada, nuestro generador de respaldo puede mantener en funcionamiento el edificio principal.
Por favor, tengan precaución al viajar y manténganse seguros.
Gracias.
El Administrador de Emergencias nos ha informado que el Condado de Saguache no formará parte del apagón programado por Xcel Energy. Como resultado, tendremos un horario escolar regular el miércoles y jueves.
Aunque no se esperan cortes de energía, se pronostican vientos fuertes. En caso de una interrupción inesperada, nuestro generador de respaldo puede mantener en funcionamiento el edificio principal.
Por favor, tengan precaución al viajar y manténganse seguros.
Gracias.
Center Community,
Saguache County will not be included in the Xcel Energy scheduled power outage. As a result, we will follow a regular school schedule on Wednesday, April 22nd, and Thursday, April 23rd.
Although we are not expecting outages, high winds are forecasted. In the event of an unexpected power disruption, our generator backup system can support the main building.
Please use caution when traveling, and stay safe. The Center School District will operate on a regular schedule.
Thank you.
Saguache County will not be included in the Xcel Energy scheduled power outage. As a result, we will follow a regular school schedule on Wednesday, April 22nd, and Thursday, April 23rd.
Although we are not expecting outages, high winds are forecasted. In the event of an unexpected power disruption, our generator backup system can support the main building.
Please use caution when traveling, and stay safe. The Center School District will operate on a regular schedule.
Thank you.
Come check out the Upcoming Art Show
Ya hemos llegado a la mitad de nuestro último trimestre del año escolar, ¡y los Center Vikings brillan con luz propia en todo lo que hacen! Entérense de las últimas novedades en www.center-of-focus.com. ¡Que tengan una excelente semana!
We are halfway through our last quarter for the school year, and Center Vikings are shining bright in all they do! See the latest @ www.center-of-focus.com.
Congratulations to Norma Slade our Educator of the Year! Congratulations to Agnes Salazar our Support Staff of the Year! You both are amazing members of our team!!
Congratulations to Norma Slade our Educator of the Year! Congratulations to Agnes Salazar our Support Staff of the Year! You both are amazing members of our team!!
Kindergarten Round-Up
Center Community- Join us for the Saguache County Resource Fair on May 2nd. Transportation will be provided by the Center School District.
Dear Parents, The April Elementary School newsletter is now available. Please take a moment to review it for important updates, upcoming events, and helpful information for you and your student.
Estimados padres:
El boletín informativo de abril de la escuela primaria ya está disponible. Les invitamos a tomarse un momento para revisarlo, ya que contiene actualizaciones importantes, próximos eventos e información útil tanto para ustedes como para sus hijos.
Pongámonos al día: esto es lo que sucede en las escuelas de Center esta semana — www.center-of-focus.com
Let's get you caught up- here's what's happening at Center Schools this week- www.center-of-focus.com.
Dear Parents, The April Middle School & High School newsletter is now available. Please take a moment to review it for important updates, upcoming events, and helpful information for you and your student.
Estimados padres, El boletín de abril de la escuela secundaria y preparatoria ya está disponible. Por favor, tómense un momento para revisarlo y conocer las actualizaciones importantes, los próximos eventos y la información útil para usted y su estudiante.
https://app.smore.com/n/1khws English
https://app.smore.com/n/2kdy9 Spanish
Estimados padres, El boletín de abril de la escuela secundaria y preparatoria ya está disponible. Por favor, tómense un momento para revisarlo y conocer las actualizaciones importantes, los próximos eventos y la información útil para usted y su estudiante.
https://app.smore.com/n/1khws English
https://app.smore.com/n/2kdy9 Spanish
VAA MEETING TONIGHT AT 6:30 IN THE COMMONS
Good morning Skoglund Middle School Families,
Skoglund Middle School students will be taking the Colorado CMAS State Assessment on Tuesday, April 7th; Wednesday, April 8th; and Thursday, April 9th. Our 8th grade students will also test on Thursday, April 16th.
We are excited for our students to demonstrate the learning and growth they have worked so hard to achieve this year. Our staff has been intentional in preparing students, and now it is their opportunity to show what they know!
Here are a few simple tips to help students do their very best:
-Get a good night’s rest each evening.
-Eat a healthy breakfast to start the day strong.
-Arrive at school on time. Students should be in the building by 7:45 a.m. each morning.
-Encourage your student to stay positive and give their best effort during each testing session.
Attendance is especially important during testing, and we are working toward our goal of 100% attendance. Every day counts, and we appreciate your partnership in supporting your child’s success.
Let’s RACE to the finish together — we are #VikingStrong! 💙
Thank you for your continued support of Skoglund Middle School and our students.
Buenos días, familias de Skoglund Middle School:
Los estudiantes de Skoglund Middle School tomarán la evaluación estatal de Colorado CMAS el martes 7 de abril, miércoles 8 de abril y jueves 9 de abril. Nuestros estudiantes de 8.º grado también tendrán exámenes el jueves 16 de abril.
Estamos entusiasmados de que nuestros estudiantes puedan demostrar el aprendizaje y el crecimiento por los que han trabajado tan duro durante todo el año. Nuestro personal ha sido intencional en la preparación de los estudiantes, ¡y ahora es su oportunidad de mostrar todo lo que saben!
Aquí hay algunos consejos sencillos para ayudar a los estudiantes a dar lo mejor de sí:
-Dormir bien cada noche.
-Comer un desayuno saludable para comenzar el día con energía.
-Llegar a la escuela a tiempo. Los estudiantes deben estar en el edificio antes de las 7:45 a.m. cada mañana.
-Animar a su estudiante a mantener una actitud positiva y dar su mejor esfuerzo durante cada sesión de evaluación.
La asistencia es especialmente importante durante el periodo de exámenes, y estamos trabajando para alcanzar nuestra meta de 100% de asistencia. Cada día cuenta, y agradecemos su colaboración para apoyar el éxito de su estudiante.
¡Terminemos con fuerza — somos #VikingStrong! 💙
Skoglund Middle School students will be taking the Colorado CMAS State Assessment on Tuesday, April 7th; Wednesday, April 8th; and Thursday, April 9th. Our 8th grade students will also test on Thursday, April 16th.
We are excited for our students to demonstrate the learning and growth they have worked so hard to achieve this year. Our staff has been intentional in preparing students, and now it is their opportunity to show what they know!
Here are a few simple tips to help students do their very best:
-Get a good night’s rest each evening.
-Eat a healthy breakfast to start the day strong.
-Arrive at school on time. Students should be in the building by 7:45 a.m. each morning.
-Encourage your student to stay positive and give their best effort during each testing session.
Attendance is especially important during testing, and we are working toward our goal of 100% attendance. Every day counts, and we appreciate your partnership in supporting your child’s success.
Let’s RACE to the finish together — we are #VikingStrong! 💙
Thank you for your continued support of Skoglund Middle School and our students.
Buenos días, familias de Skoglund Middle School:
Los estudiantes de Skoglund Middle School tomarán la evaluación estatal de Colorado CMAS el martes 7 de abril, miércoles 8 de abril y jueves 9 de abril. Nuestros estudiantes de 8.º grado también tendrán exámenes el jueves 16 de abril.
Estamos entusiasmados de que nuestros estudiantes puedan demostrar el aprendizaje y el crecimiento por los que han trabajado tan duro durante todo el año. Nuestro personal ha sido intencional en la preparación de los estudiantes, ¡y ahora es su oportunidad de mostrar todo lo que saben!
Aquí hay algunos consejos sencillos para ayudar a los estudiantes a dar lo mejor de sí:
-Dormir bien cada noche.
-Comer un desayuno saludable para comenzar el día con energía.
-Llegar a la escuela a tiempo. Los estudiantes deben estar en el edificio antes de las 7:45 a.m. cada mañana.
-Animar a su estudiante a mantener una actitud positiva y dar su mejor esfuerzo durante cada sesión de evaluación.
La asistencia es especialmente importante durante el periodo de exámenes, y estamos trabajando para alcanzar nuestra meta de 100% de asistencia. Cada día cuenta, y agradecemos su colaboración para apoyar el éxito de su estudiante.
¡Terminemos con fuerza — somos #VikingStrong! 💙
🏴☠️ Center Vikings Sports – Week of 4/7 🏴☠️
Here’s what’s on deck this week:
📅 April 7
⚾ Middle School Baseball vs. Monte Vista – 4:30 PM
⚾ High School Baseball @ Rocky Ford – 4:00 PM
📅 April 9
⚾ Middle School Baseball @ Centauri – 4:30 PM
📅 April 10
🏃 Middle School Track @ Sangre de Cristo
📅 April 11
⚾ High School Baseball vs. Monte Vista – 11:00 AM (Doubleheader)
⚽ High School Girls Soccer
• Alamosa vs. Montezuma-Cortez – 1:00 PM
• Del Norte vs. Ridgway – 4:00 PM
🏃 High School Track @ Del Norte
Our ARC/CVA students hosted an Easter Egg Hunt for our preschoolers and toddlers!
From running around collecting eggs to laughing with friends, the day was full of energy and fun. Our students did an incredible job helping the little ones and making sure everyone had a great time.
And of course, the biggest surprise—THE EASTER BUNNY showed up!
From running around collecting eggs to laughing with friends, the day was full of energy and fun. Our students did an incredible job helping the little ones and making sure everyone had a great time.
And of course, the biggest surprise—THE EASTER BUNNY showed up!
