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Community Engagement

community members in library listening to presentation

LISTENING. LEARNING. PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE.

Centennial Forward has always been guided by community input, thoughtful discussion, and a commitment to transparency. 

As the district moves toward the November 2026 referendum, community members will continue to have opportunities to learn more, ask questions, and stay connected.

Community Tours


See our schools. Learn about identified needs. Ask questions.

Join us for a walking tour of Centennial High School and Centennial Elementary to learn more about the two referendum questions and see the areas identified through the Centennial Forward planning process.

Upcoming Tours

  • Tuesday, September 22 at 6 p.m.
  • Thursday, October 8 at 6 p.m.

Location:
Meet in the Learning Commons at Centennial High School (4757 North Road, Circle Pines)

During the tour, community members will have an opportunity to learn more about:

  • The two referendum questions on the November 2026 ballot
  • How proposed improvements address identified district needs
  • How school spaces and facilities support students, staff, and the community

Presentations

View presentations that provide information about the November 2026 referendum and document the planning and decision-making that led to the two ballot questions.

Community Feedback & Planning Process

Community input has been an important part of Centennial Forward from the beginning. The district used multiple sources of information, including surveys, stakeholder conversations, planning committees, and community discussions, to better understand priorities and identify needs.

Feedback consistently highlighted several priorities:

  • Safe and secure school environments
  • Well-maintained facilities that protect community investments
  • Learning spaces that reflect how students learn today
  • Responsible and transparent use of public resources

Learn More About How We Got Here

Community Surveys

Residential Survey


Two scientific random-sample surveys of Centennial residents provided insight into community perceptions, including confidence in district schools and trust in district decision-making.

Stay Connected

Questions about Centennial Forward?

Visit the referendum information hub for:
- Facts about the referendum questions
- Frequently asked questions
- Videos and resources
- Voting information

learn more about referendum 2026