Center Consolidated School District 26JT

📢 AD's Corner: Spring Sports Edition Welcome Back, Viking Nation! We are officially in full swing with our spring season! While the weather might still be catching up, our athletes are already bringing the heat to the track and the diamond. 🏈 Looking Ahead: New Faces on the Gridiron I am officially proud to welcome Coach Zaire Banner as our Head Football Coach and Coach Cole Webb as our Head Assistant Coach to the Viking Family! After a lengthy process, we are excited to announce this big step for the football program. We will be introducing them during the upcoming VAA meeting on the first Monday in April, so please join us! 👟 High School Track: Dominating the Field We are now in our third week of spring sports, and the track team is doing phenomenal! This past weekend at the Wayne Thomas Memorial Track Meet at Sangre De Cristo, our athletes showed exactly what they are made of: • Girls Team: Took 1st PLACE with 130 points—finishing a massive 70 points clear of second place! • Boys Team: Tied for 4th place! • Performance: We saw Personal Records (PRs) across the board as our team battled the cold and wind to compete. I am so darn proud of this group! Next Up: The team travels to the Salida Invitational this Saturday. Back to work! ⚾ Baseball: Growth on the Diamond Our baseball team is currently 0-3 on the season, but they are improving every single day! Here is the lineup for the coming week: • Tuesday, March 31: @ La Veta (Doubleheader) at 2:00 PM. • Friday, April 3: @ Ignacio (Doubleheader) at 1:00 PM. • Saturday, April 4: @ Buena Vista (Varsity) at 12:00 PM. 🧒 Middle School Sports: Season Openers Middle school athletes are officially competing this week: • MS Baseball: Traveling to Sanford on Thursday at 4:30 PM and Buena Vista on Saturday following the HS game. • MS Track: We are excited to HOST the opening season meet this Friday starting at 9:30 AM. ⚖️ A Note on Culture and Accountability I want to address the circumstances that happened over the weekend. I understand and respect the concerns being shared regarding the cancellation of the varsity baseball game at Sanford on Saturday. Holding our student-athletes to higher standards and accountability is important. These young men and women are the faces of our school and community, and they are setting an example and laying a path for our youngsters to follow. While tradition is a big thing—and I wholeheartedly encourage tradition—established policy and procedure clearly outline expectations for student-athletes. This includes attendance at school and participation in required practices leading up to competition. Those types of things, along with grades and citizenship, are integral parts of having successful sports programs. When those expectations are not met, there are consequences. Holding students accountable in these situations is not about punishment, but about reinforcing responsibility and commitment. I apologize for handling it the way it was handled, however, I will never apologize for holding our student-athletes to higher standards and expectations. This is where successful programs are built. 🌟 The AD's Closing Thought Our goal is bigger than any single game. We are actively working to build and sustain a culture that reflects pride, accountability, and integrity—in the classroom, in the community, and in athletics. "Champions keep playing until they get it right." — Billie Jean King Thank you for your continued support in our kids! Clear eyes, full hearts, can't lose! Adam Sperandio Athletic Director Center School District

We regret to inform our community that, due to eligibility issues and poor decisions made by our student-athletes, tomorrow’s baseball game against Sanford has been canceled and will be recorded as a forfeit on our part. At this time, there are no plans to reschedule this game. We appreciate your understanding and continued support of our program. --- Lamentamos informar a nuestra comunidad que, debido a problemas de elegibilidad y decisiones inapropiadas tomadas por nuestros estudiantes-atletas, el partido de béisbol de mañana contra Sanford ha sido cancelado y se registrará como una derrota por incomparecencia de nuestra parte. En este momento, no hay planes para reprogramar este juego. Agradecemos su comprensión y continuo apoyo a nuestro programa.

Please see the flyer for the PICS meeting tonight.
Por favor, consulte el folleto de la reunión de PICS de esta noche.

📣 ATTENTION VIKING FAMILIES & ATHLETES 📣
📣 ATENCIÓN FAMILIAS Y ATLETAS VIKINGOS 📣

This is your reminder that our MANDATORY Spring Sports Meetings are happening this week!
¡Este es un recordatorio de que nuestras REUNIONES OBLIGATORIAS de deportes de primavera se llevarán a cabo esta semana!

🏫 Location: Center High School Commons
🏫 Lugar: Center High School Commons

⏰ Time: 6:30 PM
⏰ Hora: 6:30 PM

📅 High School Athletes: Tonight (Monday, 3/23)
📅 Atletas de High School: Hoy (lunes, 3/23)

📅 Middle School Athletes: Tomorrow (Tuesday, 3/24)
📅 Atletas de Middle School: Mañana (martes, 3/24)

All student-athletes and parents are required to attend. We’ll be going over important information for the upcoming spring sports season.
Todos los estudiantes atletas y sus padres deben asistir. Se compartirá información importante sobre la próxima temporada de deportes de primavera.

Let’s get ready for a great season—see you there! 💙🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️
¡Prepárense para una gran temporada—nos vemos allí! 💙🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

#GoVikings

🦷 FREE Dental Services at School! 🦷

We’re excited to have Mobile Smiles visiting our school on Thursday, March 26!

Students can receive:
✔️ Dental Screening
✔️ Fluoride Varnish
💲 NO COST to families!

This is a quick, easy way to help keep your child’s smile healthy and strong 😁

👉 Sign up by completing the consent form:
English: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fdJAVjB77_GPV5DGHlU9RaO2Mn2X29nR/view?usp=sharing

Spanish: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x3mN-1YMzezsTvnRLS8bG9f-q1phk3FI/view?usp=drive_link

📞 Contact the school if you have questions.

🦷✨ ¡Servicios Dentales GRATIS en la escuela! ✨🦷

¡Estamos emocionados de recibir a Mobile Smiles el jueves 26 de marzo!

Los estudiantes pueden recibir:
✔️ Examen dental
✔️ Aplicación de barniz de flúor
💲 ¡SIN COSTO para las familias!

Es una forma rápida y sencilla de mantener la sonrisa de su hijo/a sana 😁

👉 Regístrese completando el formulario de consentimiento:
Inglés: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fdJAVjB77_GPV5DGHlU9RaO2Mn2X29nR/view?usp=sharing

Español: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1x3mN-1YMzezsTvnRLS8bG9f-q1phk3FI/view?usp=drive_link

📞 Llame a la escuela si tiene preguntas.

👀 No cost Vision Exams for Students! 👀

Adventure Vision will be at our school on March 31 & April 1 offering NO-COST vision exams for eligible students!

Your child may qualify if they:
• Have Medicaid or CHP+
• Have NOT had an eye exam in the last 12 months

👓 Vision is essential for learning, reading, and success in school!

👉 Scan the QR code below to sign up or check eligibility:

📞 Contact the school if you have questions.

👀¡Exámenes de la Vista GRATIS para estudiantes! 👀

Adventure Vision estará en nuestra escuela los días 31 de marzo y 1 de abril ofreciendo exámenes de la vista SIN COSTO para estudiantes elegibles.

✅ Su hijo/a puede calificar si:
• Tiene Medicaid o CHP+
• NO ha tenido un examen de la vista en los últimos 12 meses

👓 ¡La vista es clave para el aprendizaje y el éxito escolar!

👉 Escanee el código QR abajo para registrarse o verificar elegibilidad:

📞 Comuníquese con la escuela si tiene preguntas.

Just our awesome Center Vikings being awesome over Spring Break- check it out @ www.center-of-focus.com. We are launching into the last quarter of our journey! Let's make it great!

English: Tomorrow’s baseball game against Olathe has been rescheduled. A new date will be announced once it is confirmed—stay tuned for updates! Also, there will be a parent meeting for all spring sports athletes on Monday at 6:30 PM. We encourage all parents to attend. El juego de béisbol de mañana contra Olathe ha sido reprogramado. Anunciaremos una nueva fecha en cuanto esté confirmada—¡manténganse atentos para más información! Además, habrá una reunión para padres de todos los atletas de deportes de primavera el lunes a las 6:30 PM. Invitamos a todos los padres a asistir.

⚾🔥 Game Day, Vikings Fans! 🔥⚾ Come out and support our Center Vikings as they take on Cedaredge tonight at 4 PM! Let’s pack the stands and cheer our team to victory — your energy makes all the difference! 💙💛 📍 Where: Lloyd Garcia Field ⏰ When: 4:00 PM Go Vikings! 🏆

Big congratulations to our Skoglund Middle School wrestlers for punching their tickets to STATE at the Denver Stock Show Arena next weekend! 💪🔥 These athletes showed grit, heart, and determination on the mat, and we couldn’t be prouder: 🥇 Zayir Montesano – 1st 🥇 Rogelio – 1st 🥈 Andres Franscico – 2nd 🥈 Treycin – 2nd 🥉 Javi Quintana – 3rd 🥉 Exccelence Berry – 3rd 4️⃣ Yadir Hurtado – 4th Hard work pays off, and this team is proving it every step of the way. Let’s go represent and bring it home at state! 💯🤼‍♂️ #SkoglundStrong #RoadToS

Skoglund Middle & Center High School March Newsletter
English: https://app.smore.com/n/gqf35
Spanish: https://app.smore.com/n/x3z5s

Aquí tienes la traducción al español para nuestra comunidad: 📢 El Rincón del AD: Resumen de Deportes de Invierno e Inicio de Primavera ¡Bienvenidos de nuevo, Nación Vikinga! Ha sido un invierno largo y agotador, pero el coraje y la determinación de nuestros atletas realmente han brillado. Al cerrar el capítulo de la temporada de invierno, lo hacemos con la frente en alto. ¡El arduo trabajo realizado durante esas mañanas frías y oscuras dio sus frutos de gran manera! ❄️ Aspectos Destacados de la Temporada de Invierno 🏀 Baloncesto: ¡Rumbo a los "Sweet 16"! Nuestros programas de baloncesto de la preparatoria alcanzaron niveles increíbles este año. ¡Tanto nuestro equipo masculino como el femenino lucharon hasta llegar a los Sweet 16! Esto es un testimonio de la cultura de excelencia que estamos construyendo aquí. * Felicitaciones a la entrenadora Vigil (equipo femenino) por liderar a su equipo en una inspiradora trayectoria de postemporada. * Felicitaciones al entrenador Jones (equipo masculino) por su liderazgo y un fantástico cierre de temporada. 🤼 Lucha Libre: Podio Estatal Un gran reconocimiento a nuestro programa de lucha por otro año estelar en el colchón. * Una mención especial para Michael Archuleta, quien aseguró un increíble tercer lugar en el Torneo Estatal. Su trayectoria esta temporada ha sido nada menos que legendaria. 📣 Animadoras (Cheer): El Corazón del Gimnasio ¡Nuestro equipo de animadoras hizo un trabajo increíble durante toda la temporada! Gracias por su arduo trabajo y dedicación inquebrantable. Su energía mantuvo a nuestros jugadores motivados y a nuestros fanáticos de pie; ¡realmente apreciamos que se hicieran presentes para animar a nuestros Vikings hacia la victoria! ⚾ Deportes de Primavera: ¡En Marcha! El clima está cambiando y los campos nos llaman. El Béisbol y el Atletismo (Track & Field) están oficialmente en modo de competencia. * Béisbol de Preparatoria: Los chicos juegan su primer partido mañana en Centauri a las 3:00 PM. También jugarán contra Hoehne en Monte Vista el día 14. * Atletismo: Nuestras estrellas de la pista se dirigirán a Bayfield el día 13 para iniciar su temporada. * Escuela Secundaria (Middle School): La lucha libre de la secundaria se encuentra a mitad de su temporada. ¡Tanto el Béisbol como el Atletismo de la secundaria comenzarán inmediatamente después de las vacaciones de primavera (Spring Break)! > ⚠️ Oportunidad para Entrenador: Todavía estamos buscando activamente un entrenador de béisbol para la escuela secundaria. Si tienes pasión por el juego y quieres ayudar a formar a nuestros jóvenes atletas, ¡comunícate con el departamento de deportes! > 🙏 Gratitud: Un Verdadero Esfuerzo de Equipo Dirigir un departamento de deportes es una tarea enorme y se necesita de toda una comunidad para que estos programas funcionen. Quiero expresar un sincero GRACIAS a todos los que trabajan tras bambalinas. * Personal Administrativo: ¡Un agradecimiento enorme a nuestro increíble personal administrativo! Su disposición para dar un paso al frente y cubrir juegos cuando yo no puedo estar en dos lugares a la vez es lo que mantiene a este departamento funcionando sin problemas. * Mantenimiento: Muchas gracias a Chris Segura y a todo su equipo de mantenimiento por mantener nuestras instalaciones listas para el juego. * Equipo de Mesa: Gracias a Laurice Butler, Ms. Donaldson y al Sr. Noriega por su ayuda esencial con los libros, el reloj y los anuncios. * Porteros: Gracias a todos los que atienden las puertas y dan la bienvenida a nuestros fanáticos. ¡Esto es realmente un esfuerzo de equipo y no podríamos lograrlo sin ustedes! 🌟 El Pensamiento Final del AD Tenemos grandes cosas en el horizonte, Nación Vikinga. Esta transición del invierno a la primavera es solo el comienzo de más grandeza para nuestra escuela. ¡Manténganse sintonizados! > "El éxito es la suma de pequeños esfuerzos, repetidos día tras día." — Robert Collier > ¡Ojos claros, corazones llenos, no pueden perder! Adam Sperandio Director Atlético

Welcome Back, Viking Nation! It has been a long, grueling winter, but the grit and determination of our athletes have truly shone through. As we close the chapter on the winter season, we do so with our heads held high. The hard work put in during those dark, cold mornings paid off in a major way! ❄️ Winter Season Highlights 🏀 Basketball: A Sweet 16 Run! Our High School Basketball programs reached incredible heights this year. Both our Boys and Girls teams fought their way into the Sweet 16! This is a testament to the culture of excellence being built here. * Congratulations to Girls Coach Vigil for leading his team through an inspiring postseason run. * Congratulations to Boys Coach Jones for his leadership and a fantastic season finish. 🤼 Wrestling: Podium Finish A massive shout-out to our Wrestling program for another stellar year on the mat. * Special recognition goes to Michael Archuleta, who secured an incredible third-place finish at State! His journey this season has been nothing short of legendary. 📣 Cheer: The Heartbeat of the Gym Our Cheer squad did an amazing job all season long! Thank you for your unwavering hard work and dedication. Your energy kept our players motivated and our fans on their feet—we truly appreciate you showing up and cheering our Vikings to victory! ⚾ Spring Sports: Under Way! The weather is turning, and the fields are calling! Baseball and Track & Field are officially moving into competition mode. * High School Baseball: The boys play their first game tomorrow at Centauri with a 3:00 PM start. They will also be hosting Hoehne in Monte Vista on the 14th. * Track: Our track stars will be heading to Bayfield on the 13th to kick off their season. * Girls soccer is combining with Del Norte this year. We will be hosting at least one game at Center. * Middle School: Middle School Wrestling is currently at the mid-point of their season. Both Middle School Baseball and Track will begin immediately after Spring Break! ⚠️ Coaching Opportunity: We are still actively looking for a Middle School Baseball Coach. If you have a passion for the game and want to help shape our young athletes, please reach out to the athletic department! 🙏 Gratitude: A True Team Effort Running an athletic department is a massive undertaking, and it takes a village to make these programs work. I want to extend a sincere THANK YOU to everyone who puts in the work behind the scenes. * Admin Staff: A huge thank you to our amazing administrative staff! Your willingness to step up and cover games when I can't be in two places at once is what keeps this department running smoothly. * Maintenance: A big thanks to Chris Segura and his entire maintenance staff for keeping our facilities game-ready. * The Table Crew: Thank you to Laurice Butler, Ms. Donaldson, and Mr. Noriega for your essential help with the books, the clock, and announcing. * Gate Keepers: Thank you to everyone who mans the gates and welcomes our fans. This truly is a team effort, and we couldn't do it without you! 🌟 The AD's Closing Thought We have big things on the horizon, Viking Nation. This transition from winter to spring is just the beginning of more greatness for our school. Stay tuned! "Success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out." — Robert Collier Clear eyes, full hearts, can't lose! Adam Sperandio Athletic Director

Center Vikings- Stay connected and see the highlights from across the district in this week's www.center-of-focus.com.

Have a great week!

🏀 SWEET 16 BOUND! / ¡RUMBO A LOS DULCES 16! 🏀 What a game! Our Vikings showed incredible heart and hustle to secure a hard-fought win against Custer County. The journey continues this Saturday, and we need the Viking Nation louder than ever! Saturday Game Schedule: • Lady Vikings vs. Merino @ 1:00 PM in Merino • Viking Boys vs. Sanford @ 2:30 PM in Sanford Let’s fill the stands and keep this momentum going. It’s a great day to be a Viking! 🛡️⚔️ ¡Qué partido! Nuestros Vikings demostraron un corazón e intensidad increíbles para asegurar una victoria muy reñida contra Custer County. ¡El viaje continúa este sábado y necesitamos que la Nación Vikinga se escuche más fuerte que nunca! Horario de partidos para el sábado: • Lady Vikings vs. Merino a la 1:00 PM • Viking Boys vs. Sanford a las 2:30 PM ¡Llenemos las gradas y sigamos con este impulso! ¡Es un gran día para ser un Vikingo! 🛡️⚔️ #VikingPride #Sweet16 #HardWorkPaysOff #VikingNation

Comunidad del Centro - Les recordamos que nuestros Grupos de Enfoque para la Búsqueda de Superintendente se llevarán a cabo hoy y mañana en la Sala Comunitaria. Les invitamos a unirse hoy a las 14:00, 16:15 o 18:00. No es necesario registrarse, ¡solo vengan y compartan sus comentarios!

Los grupos de enfoque se realizarán en inglés y español. ¡Únanse!