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A parade unlike any other Instead of canceling the annual tradition of the 4th of July Extended School Year (ESY) Independence Day parade, students and staff decided the event must go on, just in a different way. This year, all of the students and their families drove by in cars, many with signs, while staff members cheered them on and presented them with a bag of goodies. See more photos on page 12.
A group of students from Centennial High School have organized Centennial Students for Change and plan to host a peaceful protest in the area Saturday, July 11. Juniors Amara Patel, Idil Guled, Britt Kjorlien and freshman Siri Kjorlien are four of the main founders of the group, which was started last month. Students for Change has grown to around 25 students and continues to expand. “After the tragic death of George Floyd and hearing more about so many more black lives lost because of racism in our country, I wanted to do something,” Patel said. “My friends and I saw a lot of kids our age making change so we thought we could do the same.” Siri said she wanted to be a part of the group because she has personally faced racism many times. “I feel very passionately about making my community aware of what is really happening to the students and people of color around them. While our school does SEE AWAKEN THE SUBURBS, PAGE 11
New principal excited to develop relationships CENTERVILLE — Centerville Elementary holds a special place in Michael Macken’s heart. Macken not only lives three blocks away from the school, but his daughters Emma, 19, and Libby, 20, both attended elementary school there. “I love that school. It is definitely a hometown, smalltown-kind-of-feel elementary. It is special.” Emma currently works for Kids Club there, too. The Centennial School Board approved the hire of Macken as the principal of Centerville Elementary in April. His fi rst day was July
1. Former principal Wayne Whitwam recently accepted the superintendent position in the Hermantown School District. Macken is originally from Wausau, Wisconsin. He has always loved being around children, whether as a camp counselor, lifeguard, religion teacher or nanny. “It was always more of a what-amI-going-to-teach than if I would teach,” he said. “I love learning and I want the kids to have that same love of learning.” He was also inspired to teach after he had “a phenomenal” fi fth-grade teacher named Mr. Peterson. “I learned to drive a pickup
truck from him. I used to cut wood for him and so did my buddies, and then he would take us to Brewers games in the summer. We are still good friends,” Macken said. Another teacher, Mr. Mann, inspired him to teach science. Macken holds a K-12 administration license from Saint Mary’s University, a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction and a bachelor’s degree from Saint John’s University. He did post-graduate work in mentoring and coaching at Northeast Metro Educators’ Institute, Minnesota. Prior to his new role at Centerville Elementary, Macken served as the
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Cougar athletes in summer workouts after go-ahead BY BRUCE STRAND SPORTS CONTRIBUTOR
There may or may not be a fall season for high school sports, but athletes on some teams have started mid-summer workouts. “We are proceeding and preparing as if we are playing,” said Mike Diggins, Centennial Cougar football coach. “We are not using footballs, and we are following the CDC guidelines.” June 15 was designated by the Minnesota State High School League as the earliest starting date for the summer coaching waiver period. It’s normally the first Monday in June. These were the first high school sports activities of any kind since early March when the COVID-19 pandemic halted all activities. The high schools got the go-ahead for limited workouts under guidelines the MSHSL set forth with recommendations from Centers for Disease Control and Minnesota Department of Health. The football team had about 130 players working out in grades 9-12. “We are using body weight exercises and speed/agility drills,” Diggins said. “Hopefully by July 15 we can be in the weight room.” The guys are “super excited to get back together,” said Zach Frank, senior tight end. “It’s been a blast so far.” “It’s good to be back with the team but it’s a little different with COVID,” said Justin Doce,
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senior running back. They are following the guidelines, Frank said, such as staying apart, and “when we pull tires, we all have our own belt and they are sanitized before the next group.” With no weights, the players are doing “lots of cardio and running, pushes, lunges, pulling tires, things like that,” Doce said. Asked if the players speculate on whether they will be able to play games, Frank said, “We’ve talked about that, a little, but we are all pretty confident we’ll have a season. We’re excited.” Doce added, “We’re preparing for a season.” The Quad Community Press contacted all fall coaches. Other responses included: “The cross country runners are having captains' practices, for those interested, at parks,
consisting of form drills, core workouts, and a run,” said Neil Kruse, who coaches both boys and girls. “They're supposed to practice the physical distancing recommended by the governor, health department and CDC,” Kruse said. “It's tough to run with someone while
six or more feet apart, but they'll figure it out.” A camp for grades 2-9 slated for July 13-17 is still planned “with modifications,” he said, along with an “email-it-in” event, the Golden Gallop, the same week, in which runners time themselves running two or four miles on their own.
The Cougar tennis team has been out on the courts. “The girls have been hitting on their own and as a team,” coach Arnie Lamers said. “They will be trying to schedule voluntary practices a few times a week.” Volleyball requires a gymnasium. “Unfortunately we are not
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able to have open gym yet,” said coach Jackie RehbeinManthey. Girls soccer players have “open turf soccer” every Tuesday morning, said coach Ginger Flohaug.
SPORTS BRIEF Fall prep sports divided into risk level categories It’s possible that some but not all fall high school sports will be offered this fall, according to comments during a Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL) discussion June 18. During the league’s weekly L.E.A.D. meeting, a virtual informational discussion between high school athletic directors and league administrators, MSHSL Executive Director Erich Martens responded to a question whether an all-or-nothing approach will be taken during the coronavirus pandemic. Martens stated that he believes at least some sports will resume in the fall, and that it’s “less likely” that the league will take the all or none approach.
The Minnesota Department of Health, he noted, has guidelines for youth sports and social distancing, which divides sports into low, medium and high-risk categories. Fall sports in the low-risk category include cross-country running, singles tennis, individual swimming and diving and clay target shooting. Regarded medium risk are volleyball, soccer, doubles tennis and swimming relays. Football is considered a high-risk sport. Sports policy also depends on whether schools are open this fall. A decision is expected in late July, with districts being asked to draw up three scenarios for learning. Martens said that leaves time for the league to further analyze its strategies. Bruce Strand
COUNTY BRIEFS Anoka County will allow outdoor dining The Anoka County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution allowing outdoor dining in some countyowned right of way June 23 and approved
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Wargo Butterfly Walk The Wargo Nature Center will host a physically distanced, introductory class to butterfly identification. The event will include a brief introduction to butterfly identification and a stroll through prairies and flower gardens throughout the park. Participants will have the opportunity to spy butterflies and other pollinators through binoculars and even swipe a closer look with a butterfly net. Disinfected binoculars are provided, but feel free to bring your own. Advance registration is required. Cost is $5/person. To register for the event, call 763-324-3350 or visit anokacountyparks.com.
Wargo Nature Center Restoration Project Day Help restore the natural environment at the Wargo Nature Center, located at 7701 Main St., Lino Lakes, from 10 a.m. to noon July 25. Different challenges will be tackled each month like buckthorn and garlic mustard removal and native plant seed collection, all while physically distancing outside. Advance registration is requested but drop-ins are welcome. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. To register for the free event, call 763-3243350 or visit anokacountyparks.com.
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COMMUNITY BRIEF Deadline to apply for food benefits extended Families still have time to apply for additional food assistance benefits to help feed their children this summer when they are not receiving school lunches. Due to a deadline extension, up to 150,000 families have until July 31 to apply for pandemic-electronic benefit transfer, (P-EBT). The program is for families who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals. Up to $325 per child is available to spend on groceries. Children may continue to receive meals at COVID-19 emergency food distribution sites, offered by schools and community locations, while receiving P-EBT benefits. For more information, or to access the application, visit mn.p-ebt.org.
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conservation and innovation,� said Brenda Beaudet, administrative assistant and GreenStep program lead with Lexington. The city of Lexington has worked hard to implement best practices to meet the city’s own sustainability goals with support from the GreenStep program and its peers. Actions that taken within the program focus on cost savings, energy use reduction, resource conservation, climate change and the encouragement of civic innovation. To earn more about Lexington’s efforts, visit greenstep.pca. state.mn.us/citydetail/12210. “This award is a great achievement for Lexington,� Beaudet continued. “And by being part of the program, Lexington and our peers are helping to make Minnesota more resilient for the future while also helping our cities thrive economically.� Minnesota GreenStep is a voluntary challenge, assistance and recognition program to help cities and tribal nations achieve their sustainability and quality-of-life
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VERYTHING WE DO has to be done differently. Wearing a mask in public, keeping distance, avoiding crowds and no hugging. For Father’s Day we planned an outdoor picnic and asked the family to bring their own food and beverages. Some chose not to come, but for those who did it became a meaningful time to catch up with each other. We met one great-grandchild for the first time. COVID-19 HAS TURNED life upside down. The highways are less crowded as people are either working from home or not working. As a result the speed has increased so when accidents occur, they are more severe. THE DEMONSTRATIONS THAT continue are more peaceful, yet shootings and deaths continue to be on the rise in Minnesota. THE LEGISLATURE DISMISSED from special session About the with little legislation approved. We can’t expect to change everything Town all at once, but why not focus on Gene Johnson a few key issues and get them passed? LAW ENFORCEMENT IN many areas of the country, including our own Twin Cities, appears to be unjust, inhumane and very discriminatory. Perhaps our police departments are expected to handle too many different issues beyond their training and competence. Accountability is so important in whatever endeavor we participate in. It sure seems like something is falling between the cracks on that issue. There must be some better models that could be researched and considered. Perhaps the police department is just too big. There are always critical masses for effectiveness in whatever the business profession or government service required. GRADUATES - WHATEVER LACKED in your graduation celebrations, you are faced with a troubled world and we are looking to you for leadership and ideas. Don’t overlook the values of our nation and that of your parents as they brought you to this point. Remember we need liberty and justice for all. Set goals, have mentors, be generous, serve others…this is a good idea not only for graduates, but for all of us. Give thanks daily for those who have helped you along the way and find opportunities to learn about the many cultures of this world. Remember, life is a classroom where you learn continuously regardless of age. Build friendships, nourish them, reach out, engage, take a chance. WHEN I PURCHASED my first newspaper at the age of 20 in Atwater, a western Minnesota agricultural community with a population of 900, Atwater had a blacksmith shop across from the newspaper office. On the wall was a placard with an Indian philosophy that went something like this: Never criticize another man unless you have walked a mile in his shoes. The name of the newspaper was the Atwater Herald, but when a couple farmers would stop by to say hello or I met them at the coffee shop, they would always refer to the newspaper as the “Atwater Spreader” and then they would jokingly ask me if I stood behind it. They were referring to the manure spreader that farmers used to fertilizer their land. The manure more than likely came from the dairy barn. The newspaper’s purpose has been to be truthful, sincere and humble in presenting the community back to itself through stories, editorials and photos. It’s been a wonderful and challenging experience. Friendships have grown immensely. Wisdom and memories have been planted deeply and faith in mankind to do what’s ethically correct comes through. Gene Johnson is publisher emeritus of Press Publications. Distributed weekly in: • Blaine • Circle Pines • Lexington • Lino Lakes
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oronavirus has changed just about everything about our lives, but for our nation’s seniors, the toll of this virus has been particularly devastating. Those over 65 account for the vast majority of Americans who have died from coronavirus, with estimates indicating that 8 out of 10 people in our country who have lost their lives are seniors. And this pandemic has put older Americans Legislator at risk on multiple fronts. Necessary Lingo safety precautions Amy Klobuchar have left many older Americans alone and separated from their loved ones, and also vulnerable to scams by those seeking to exploit this crisis for personal gain. All across the country, families have turned to creative solutions to stay connected to their older relatives while also keeping them safe. Many nursing facilities have strict rules in place barring visitors in order to protect the health of their residents—which is critical given CDC estimates indicating up to 35% of coronavirus deaths have occurred in nursing homes. In mid-June, Minnesotans got some good news when the Minnesota Department of Health issued new guidance that allows outdoor visits at nursing
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targeted by scammers seeking to exploit them for financial gain, using the fear and uncertainty created by this pandemic to take advantage of the most vulnerable. That’s why Senator Jerry Moran from Kansas and I introduced bipartisan legislation last month—the Protecting Seniors from Emergency Scams Act— that directs the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to report to Congress on scams targeting seniors during this pandemic and make recommendations on how to prevent them during emergencies. The bill also directs the FTC to update its website with information that will help seniors and their caregivers get in touch with law enforcement and adult protective agencies, and directs the FTC to ensure seniors and their caregivers are informed about the risks of these fraudulent schemes. Even before the pandemic, seniors lost an estimated $3 billion annually from financial scams. All Americans deserve safety and dignity in their senior years. The moral test of any nation is how it treats its most vulnerable citizens—and that has never been more important than right now during this crisis. We have a duty to not just protect the health of our nation’s seniors, but also their mental, emotional and financial well-being. Amy Klobuchar is a U. S. Senator for the state of Minnesota.
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Life in the wilderness
ilderness” is a word that brings visuals to mind. To some it means deserted, lonely and an unfamiliar place, to others solitude or quiet place. Those definitions are precisely the major meanings of wilderness in scripture. The year 2020 is a wilderness year in many ways. An unfamiliar life of quarantine and curfews came from deaths. A virus and a racial tragedy ignited Pastor the isolation and Ponderings uncertainty. The images of deserted Sam Burch streets, churches, stadiums and numerous businesses were unnerving. Then there were images of elderly in facilities having few if any loved ones near them as they
were leaving this world. Combine the above with buildings burning in the background of either angry or pain filled faces of neighbors and friends of all colors, and we have the picture of desolation, wasteland and loss. It is heartbreaking in so many ways. Yet, in the Bible, there are two prominent narratives of victory in the wilderness. In Matthew 3 John the Baptist came preaching in the wilderness. That is not the platform most churches or ministers would pick to reach people. Yet, people were pulled from the noise and distraction of the race of life to the wilderness, a quiet place where they could hear the message of hope as never before. It was in the wilderness solitude they heard about a new way of living coming… and a Kingdom far greater than the kingdoms of this world. In Matthew 4 Jesus also was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to face severe physical, emotional and
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NAMES IN THE NEWS Centerville Mayor D. Love has been elected fi rst vice president of the League of Minnesota Cities (LMC) Board of Directors. LMC elected several new members to the board for 2020-2021 at its annual business meeting, held remotely June 25. The League serves its more than 830 member cities through advocacy, Mayor D. Love education and training, policy development, risk management and other services. For more information, visit lmc.org.
Kris Fredrick has won the endorsement of the Minnesota Democratic Labor (DFL) Party for state representative in House District 38A at a digital convention. The seat is currently held by Rep. Linda Runbeck. The primary election will be held on Aug. 11 and the general election will coincide with the presidential election on Nov. 3. Fredrick, a longtime resident of Lino Lakes, has a degree in physics from Gustavus Adolphus College and worked for 20 years at Honeywell International Inc. as a
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organization in the Twin Cities. Each year, the magazine publishes a comprehensive list of Top Doctors in the Twin Cities. Top Doctors are nominated by their fellow physicians, who are asked which doctors they would choose if they or a loved one were seeking medical care. From there, candidates are grouped into dozens of specialties and evaluated on many factors including peer recognition, professional achievement, extensive research and disciplinary history. Each year, the doctors who acquired the highest total points from the surveys, research and a blueribbon review panel are named to the list.
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patent lawyer, rising to the position of general counsel for its research division. A few years ago, Fredrick decided to switch careers; he now works as a technology specialist in the Mounds View School District.
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teacher. He was also the head volleyball coach at North High School in North St. Paul, where he built a last-place program into a conference championship team. What is he most looking forward to about his new role at Centerville Elementary? “I’m looking forward to meeting people and developing relationships with the families, staff and the community,” he said. “Working alongside the staff and supporting them so that they can continue to be excellent at what they do. They have a really strong teaching staff there; they care about kids.” As for changes, Macken said he wants to really get a feel for what the school is like before he makes any big changes. “Mr. Whitwam has a great thing going. I can pick it up where he left off and keep trying to make it a little better. It is already a great school,” Macken explained. The only changes he sees in the immediate future would be whatever ends up happening for the 2020-2021 school year as a result of the ongoing pandemic. Macken wants parents to know that he is approachable and values relationships with families, staff and the community. “I want to work collaboratively with them to give kids the best experience possible.” Lead Editor Shannon Granholm can be reached at 651-407-1227 or quadnews@presspubs.com.
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While finishing up a few things at Centennial Middle School (CMS) June 30, Michael Macken was able to step outside to say hello to students in the Extended School Year (ESY) program during the annual 4th of July parade. Macken, former assistant principal at CMS, officially started in the role of Centerville Elementary Principal July 1.
POLICE REPORTS The Lino Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • An officer conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding on I-35W near Main Street June 23. While speaking to the driver, the officer observed a marijuana cigarette in the car. A search of the vehicle resulted in seizure of marijuana oil. The driver was arrested for possession of a controlled substance. • A male who has been trespassed from the City Hall complex returned June 23. He left when officers arrived and was mailed a citation for trespassing. He returned later the same day and was arrested. • Officers responded to the 6300 block of 20th Avenue June 23 to a report of a suspicious male walking
down the road with a gun in his hands. Officers arrived and found the male did not have a gun and was walking to meet his wife. • Officers responded to a report of a hit-and-run in the 6100 block of Hodgson Road June 23. Officers located the vehicle and arrested the driver for fourth-degree DWI and other charges. • An officer performed a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding in the 900 block of Main Street June 23. The driver was cited for speeding, careless driving and possession of a tobacco product by a minor. • An officer conducted a traffic stop for a lane violation on I-35E near Ash Street June 24. The officer developed a reasonable suspicion that drugs were in the
vehicle. The driver gave consent for a search, and drugs were subsequently located. The driver was arrested. • An officer from a neighboring agency located a singlevehicle injury crash at Centerville Road and Ash Street June 24. An officer investigated the crash and the victim was transported to a hospital by ambulance. • Officers were called to a home in the 6600 block of Lacasse Drive June 24 on a report of vandalism of siding and vehicles parked in the driveway. This case is currently under investigation. • An officer was contacted by staff from a business in the 700 block of Apollo Drive regarding people playing basketball in the business parking lot June 24. At the request of
property management, the officer asked the group to leave the area. • Officers responded to a driving complaint in the 200 block of Cherry Lane June 26. It was found that a male threatened neighbor with a knife. The male was arrested for assault and reckless driving. • A resident from the 600 block of Lois Lane reported someone was using his identity to claim unemployment benefits June 26. The incident is under investigation. A resident in the 1300 block of Timberwolf Circle also reported the same thing happened to them. • An officer was dispatched to respond to a social distancing complaint in the 7400 block of Main Street June 26. The parties left
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the public location. • Multiple reports of a juvenile ringing doorbells and running off were reported along Hudson Trail and Red Fox Road June 27. Officers were unable to locate the juvenile(s). • An officer was dispatched to a report of threats of violence made against the reporting party in the 100 block of Red Clover Lane June 27. The investigation is ongoing. • Officers received a traffic complaint of a reckless driver in the area of I-35W and Main Street June 28. Officers located the vehicle and arrested the driver for thirddegree DWI. • Officers responded to the area of I-35W and Lake Drive June 29 to assist the State Patrol with a possibly impaired driver who reportedly left the scene of a crash. Officers located the suspect/vehicle and the State Patrol arrested the driver. The Centennial Lakes Police Department reported the following incidents: • Police responded to the 9400 block of Lexington Avenue June 24 on a delayed report of theft from a motor vehicle. • An officer conducted a traffic stop in the 7100 block of Mill Road June 24. A small amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia were subsequently located. • While on a call June 25, officers noticed a situation regarding a child in Lexington that they felt CPS should be aware of and sent the report over. • Police responded to the 200 block of Galaxy Drive in Circle Pines June 25 for a civil dispute. • Officers were dispatched to the 200 block of
Moonlite Drive in Circle Pines June 25 on a report of construction workers who hit a gas line. Police stood by for fire personnel. • An animal was attacked in the 30 block of Pine Drive in Circle Pines June 25. Two dogs have been quarantined pending vaccination records. • Police responded to Golden Lake Park in Circle Pines June 26 on a report of underage consumption. Two juvenile males were found to have consumed alcohol. • Officers were dispatched to the 200 block of Heritage Lane in Circle Pines June 26 on a report of a fraudulent Facebook post. • An officer was dispatched to a business in the 7000 block of Centerville Road in Centerville June 26 on a report of a disorderly customer. The customer was subsequently brought home by the officer and left in the care of a sober adult. • Officers were dispatched to the 9500 block of Lexington Avenue in Lexington June 27 on a report of found drugs. • Police responded to the 9100 block of South Highway Drive in Lexington June 29 on a report of a possible impaired driver. Officers made contact with the driver, who was subsequently arrested for third-degree DWI. • Officers were dispatched to the 7100 block of Brian Way in Centerville June 29 on a burglary report. Information was collected. • Motor vehicle tampering and theft was reported by a resident in the 7000 block of Cottonwood Court in Centerville June 29.
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say they have a zero tolerance for racist acts, in reality it often goes unchecked or is swept under the rug as quickly as possible, so we want to change that,” she said. Guled said she joined the group to make a difference at Centennial. “I want to leave something behind at our school because our district is quickly becoming more diverse as new families move in,” she said. “I have seen how limited our school’s procedures are when racism occurs, and I want to make sure that students can be protected going forward.” Centennial Students for Change was inspired to host a peaceful march called “Awaken the Suburbs” after a similar event took place in Shoreview. The group reached out to the event’s organizers via Zoom and got some advice for how to begin the planning process. Although the march is still in the planning stages (as of press deadlines), participants plan to gather at Circle Pines City Hall around 2:30 p.m. and begin to walk to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Circle Pines at 3 p.m. The group is hoping to walk down Lake Avenue and Lexington Avenue. Once at the church, attendees will hear from some black youth in the community. “Our hope is to raise awareness about racism in our community and allow black youth to be heard,” Patel explained. Siri added, “My hope is that Centennial doesn’t only ‘hear us,’ but they finally do something to help the black community. In the past, nobody from our school system in general has really tried to hear, appreciate or acknowledge our voices. We are fed up.” During the march, attendees are encouraged to maintain social distancing and will be required to wear a mask. There will also be hand sanitizer available and some masks if participants need one. Signs are also welcomed. As for a police presence, Centennial Students for Change is hopeful the police will be willing to help with traffic control/blocking off roads but wants their presence to be “as limited as possible.” “I want people to know that this is intended to be a peaceful, family-friendly protest. Our purpose is to have students speak and be heard as well as talk about how we can do better as a community. We are not trying to attack anyone; instead, we are trying to support members of our community who have faced prejudice in their daily lives,” Patel said. “We hope that after this, our community can begin to discuss these important issues.” Patel said the hope is that eventually, Centennial Students for Change will be an official club in the district. “We want to have a club at our school where students of color and anyone who wants to support us can
“Our hope is to raise awareness about racism in our community and allow black youth to be heard.” Amara Patel Centennial High School junior have a comfortable place to talk with others about their experiences,” she said.
Response from school district The district identified equity as one of its goals of its strategic plan back in 2016. Although a lot of work has already been done, district officials acknowledge that there is more work to be done. “Over the past four years we have made progress and know there is more work to do. Administrators and I have listened to students and parents this past month about their education and equity concerns,” explained Superintendent Brian Dietz. “Our next steps to make Centennial a safe and inviting environment for all will be guided by this feedback, which has given us a clearer picture of the work to be done. We are also engaging in an equity audit that will identify bias, working with staff through professional development and continuing a review of curriculum.” Dietz along with other district administrators plan to attend the march July 11. “We’re here to listen and support our students and to help ensure a safe learning environment,” Dietz said.
Response from CLPD Centennial Lakes Police Department (CLPD) Chief James Coan said the department hopes the march will not be directly on Lake Drive and Lexington Avenue, as those are busy thoroughfares. “We are prepared to temporarily block traffic if it’s needed,” Coan said.
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(From left) Junior Idil Guled, freshman Siri Kjorlien and junior Amara Patel are three of the main founders of Centennial Students for Change. The group is organizing an Awaken the Suburbs march July 11 in Circle Pines in support of the Black Lives Matter movement.
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THE DETAILS What: Awaken the Suburbs When: 2:30 p.m. meet at Circle Pines City Hall; walk to Our Savior’s Lutheran Church begins at 3 p.m. Details: A youth-led northern suburbs march for justice. It will be a peaceful protest for Black Lives Matter. Participants are asked to maintain social distancing and wear a mask.
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