Citizens Committee for Centerville City Schools

10/22/2026

Parent-teacher conferences shine a spotlight on the partnership between families and teachers, but there’s another group working behind the scenes.

While teachers spend long days meeting with families, PTO volunteers are making sure dinner is ready, coffee is hot, snacks are stocked, and one less thing is on our educators’ plates.

Most people will never see those acts of service, but they matter.

This conference season, we’re grateful for every PTO volunteer who quietly shows up to support our schools. Your work helps our teachers feel appreciated so they can focus on what matters most- our students!

Thank you for everything you do. 💛🖤



Centerville Primary Village South PTO
Primary Village North PTO
Dr. John Hole Elementary PTO
Stingley Elementary PTO
Weller Elementary PTO
Cline Elementary PTO
Normandy Elementary PTO
Driscoll Elementary PTO
PTO
Tower Heights Middle School PTO
Watts Middle School PTO
Centerville High School PTO

10/21/2026

Early voting is open!

🗳️ It’s Week 3 of Early Voting! We’re open Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM, plus this Saturday, October 24th, from 8 AM to 4 PM for our first of two Saturday early voting days.

Stop by the lower level of the County Administration Building, 451 W. Third St., in downtown Dayton to cast your ballot!

10/19/2026

Last week, something pretty remarkable happened.

A room full of people came together to talk about the future of Centerville City Schools— and they didn’t all walk in agreeing.

Around the table were parents. Community members. Business leaders. Alumni. Residents who have supported levies in the past. Residents who have opposed them. People with different experiences, different concerns, different priorities, and different perspectives.

And that’s exactly the point.

The District’s Master Facilities Planning Workgroup wasn’t created to rubber-stamp a decision. It was created because the strongest communities don’t avoid difficult conversations: they have them. They listen. They ask hard questions. They challenge assumptions. And together, they search for what is best for students and for our community. No one voice will determine what comes next. Because every voice matters.

That should make every Centerville resident proud.

Over the coming weeks, this group will continue wrestling with important questions, weighing priorities, and exploring possibilities for the future of our schools. The conversations won’t always be easy, but they’ll be honest, thoughtful, and grounded in a shared commitment to this community.

If you care about the future of Centerville City Schools, stay with us. Because whatever comes next won’t belong to one group— it will belong to all of us.

💛🖤

10/10/2026

Did you miss the opportunity to participate in a focus group? Don’t worry- you can still contribute to the conversation!

Take one or BOTH Self-Guided Focus Group surveys to weigh in alongside your neighbors and shape what's next for Centerville City Schools.

For primary and elementary schools, click here: https://shp1901.typeform.com/PRI-ELE-FG

For middle and high schools, click here:
https://shp1901.typeform.com/MS-HS-FG

10/10/2026

Way to go, Cline Elementary and Mrs. Barker!

10/06/2026

There are school buildings. And then there are the people who make those buildings feel like home.

To every teacher in Centerville City Schools…

Thank you for staying after the bell to answer one more question. Thank you for celebrating the small victories that no one else sees. Thank you for believing in students on the days they struggle to believe in themselves. Thank you for the notes home, the high-fives in the hallway, the extra time, the endless patience, and the love you pour into our kids every single day.

The future of our community isn’t built in boardrooms or city halls.

It’s built in classrooms.

If a Centerville teacher has made a difference in your life or your child’s life, mention them below and tell them why. 🖤💛

Let’s fill this comment section with stories that remind our teachers just how much this community appreciates them.

09/17/2026

09/17/2026

⭐ What does a 4.5-Star Ohio School Report Card actually tell us about our schools?

It's more than a number.

Ohio's School Report Card looks beyond a single test score to measure how well districts are helping students learn, grow, graduate, and prepare for life after high school.

This year, Centerville City Schools earned an overall 4.5-Star rating, including 5-Star ratings in Progress, Gap Closing, and Graduation, reflecting strong academic performance and a commitment to helping all groups of students meet Ohio's expectations.

In this carousel, we're breaking down what these ratings mean in plain language and highlighting some of the biggest takeaways from this year's report card.

➡️ Swipe through to learn:
⭐ What each rating measures
📊 The numbers behind the report card
🎓 What these results mean for students, families, and our community

Strong public schools don't just benefit today's students. They strengthen our entire community. And we're proud of ours.

09/09/2026

Did you know the Ohio Governor has a significant influence on the future of public education? 🤔

When most people think about schools, they think about local school boards and for good reason. But many of the policies that shape our schools begin at the state level.

From proposing Ohio’s education budget to signing education legislation and appointing key education leaders, the Governor plays an important role in decisions that affect every public school district, including Centerville City Schools.

As Ohio heads into another gubernatorial election, it’s important for voters to understand not just who is on the ballot, but what the office actually does.

📲 Swipe through to learn how the Governor’s office influences public education in Ohio and why it matters to our schools and community.

At CC4CCS, we’re committed to providing factual, nonpartisan information that helps our community make informed decisions about the issues affecting public education. 💛🖤💛🖤💛🖤💛

Take the opportunity NOW to make sure you’re registered to vote!

09/05/2026

🏗️ Have you been wondering: “What’s next for Build Elk Strong?” Here’s a quick recap from the last Board of Education meeting:

✅ Around 2,000 people took the first Build Elk Strong survey!

✅ 1,200 signed up to be included in additional surveys, focus groups, and other engagement opportunities with the initiative through September and October!

✅ The second survey is out now! If you indicated that you were interested in staying involved in the conversation around Centerville City Schools facilities, check your inbox!

Every step forward is another investment in the plan for the facilities that will serve Centerville/Washington Township students for generations to come.

💬 What idea or perspective are you looking forward to representing in the next round of community engagement?

🎥 Watch the full board discussion here: https://youtu.be/JKwSKxUuVi4

The Centerville Board of Education held its regular meeting on Augu...