CENTERTON
ELEMENTARY
6075 HIGH STREET
MARTINSVILLE, IN
46151
TELE: 317-831-3410
FAX: 317-831-3439

LOGO—FIRECRACKERS,
EXPLODING WITH KNOWLEDGE

Welcome to Centerton Elementary.
You will find the faculty and staff at
Centerton a caring group of
individuals dedicated to giving your
child the best education possible.
Centerton Elementary has been a four
star school since 1989 and has received
monetary rewards from the
state due to continual improvement in
both academics and attendance. The
awards have come because of the
team efforts of teachers and parents,
as well as students being encouraged
to do their best.
Superintendent, Dr. Ron Furniss
Principal, Beckie Weddle

PROGRAMS OFFERED AT
CENTERTON

BREAKFAST/LUNCH
ACADEMIC SPELL BOWL
ACADEMIC MATH BOWL
ACCELERATED READER
AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING
BASKETBALL (5TH GRADE)
FIRST AID TRAINING
BODY SAFETY PROGRAM
BRADFORD WOODS (5TH)
CONVOCATIONS
LIFELONG GUIDELINES
BOY-GIRL SCOUTS
MARKET DAY
YMCA DAYCARE
FIELD TRIPS
NATURE CENTER
MUSICALS
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION
ROCKET READER
TECHNOLOGY LAB
TUTORING
INTERVENTION AIDE
VISION/HEARING SCREENING
FLUORIDE RINSE
OPERATION MATH FACTS
300 WORD CLUB
ACUITY
DIBELS

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON
OUR WEB SITE:
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CENTERTON CERTIFIED STAFF

Principal, Debbie Lipps
Donna Burkhart, Kindergarten
 Sarah Wells, 1st Grade
Susan Wilson, 1st Grade
Patty Warren, 2nd Grade
Susie Taylor, 2nd Grade
Deb Meyer, 3rd Grade
Vicki Dailey, 3rd Grade
Rachel Allanson, 4th Grade
Jennifer Teare, 4th Grade
Barb Boys, 5th Grade
Karen Stine, 5th Grade
Debbie Dickerson, Resource
Maureen McGown, Language
Carmen Elliott, Music
Juliana Fernandez, Art
Sandy Garrard, P.E.
Tammy Cheesman, P.E.
Megan Walker, Nurse

CENTERTON NON-CERTIFIED STAFF

Sandy Hovious, Secretary
Paula Wildt, Librarian
Teri Diseroad, Family Services
Bob Kern, Head Custodian
Mary Ellen Coomer, Cafeteria Manager

PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

CENTERTON—A GREAT PLACE TO BE

The students at Centerton are very fortunate
to attend a school that has a safe and nurturing
environment. The staff is very proud of
the 4 Star School Award. It reflects the
dedication and high expectations of our staff
and students. Centerton can attribute much
of its success to the dedication of parent volunteers.
Because of the commitment we
have from parents, we are able to offer the
students a variety of academic programs.
Our teachers work hard to train in technology,
curriculum development, mastery
learning, thematic assessment, integration,
along with different learning styles. Parents,
staff and students are committed to excellence.

CENTERTON'S MISSION

The Centerton School staff is committed to
helping students reach their full potential
through a variety of learning experiences
that enhance the application of knowledge
and the use of technology to successfully
meet the demands of daily living. We believe
that the development of the unique
potential of each student is the overriding
mission of the school. To optimize student
achievement, the planning and teaching
process is driven by the Indiana state standards
and required proficiencies. By incorporating
the Six Pillars of Character, Centerton
develops a social awareness that reflects
respect and compassion, and shapes
the emotional growth of the student. These
are critical components of our commitment.
Of primary importance is the realization
that learning occurs continuously and is a lifelong process. The Centerton School staff, working as a team with the family and the community, will strive to provide our students withthe active learning environment necessary to acquire the knowledge and to master the skills necessary for lifelong success.

CENTERTON'S VISION

    Centerton Elementary School strives for excellence in curriculum, instruction, and assessment.  Our    safe and positive learning environment allows us to consistently meet or exceed student achievement goals for all students.  Our partnership with our parents and community creates an educational experience that produces successful and competent citizens of the global community.

Equally as important, is that parents participate in the education of their children.  Their active and supportive involvement is critical to the well-being and success of every child.

PERFORMANCE GOALS

• Each student will demonstrate improved
proficiency in vocabulary skills across
the curriculum.
• All students will improve their problem
solving skills in application across the
curriculum.
• All students will demonstrate improved
proficiency in capitalization and punctuation
skills across the curriculum.
Centerton Elementary has committed resources
to support school improvement. Local
grants, instructional budget and P.T.O.
funding will provide for additional learning
material.

ASSETS CHILDREN NEED TO SUCCEED

• SUPPORT
• EMPOWERMENT
• BOUNDARIES AND
EXPECTATIONS
• CONSTRUCTIVE USE OF
TIME
• COMMITMENT TO LEARNING
• POSITIVE VALUES
• A CULTURE OF SUCCESS
-Search Institute

CENTERTON PARENTS

Parents at Centerton school feel
academics are important and take
an active role in their child’s education.
We have a strong PTO and
Parent Volunteer Program. We
hope you will become a part of our
Centerton Family. Your comments
and suggestions are always welcome.