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Central Middle School is a diverse and inclusive community where students are supported, challenged, and encouraged to reach their full potential. We provide a learning environment that promotes academic growth, personal responsibility, and meaningful connections among students, staff, and families.
 
Our dedicated educators inspire students to think critically, collaborate, and take ownership of their learning while developing the skills and confidence needed for success in high school and beyond. At Central, we celebrate each student’s strengths and create opportunities for every learner to thrive as a respectful, responsible, and engaged member of our community.
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PTA Meeting November 18, 7:30pm

The Central Arroyo PTA will vote to adopt the amended bylaws at our upcoming PTA meeting on November 18 at 7:30pm over Zoom. Come join us! Copies of the proposed amendments are available to Executive Board members and PTA members upon request.
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Central Mustang Mail - November 8, 2026

IMPORTANT DATES

Tues, Nov. 10 & Thurs, Nov. 12: Diwali Lunchtime Crafts
Weds, Nov. 11: Veteran's Day, no school
Weds, Nov. 18: Ruby Bridges Walk to School Day
Weds, Nov. 18: PTA meeting on Zoom
Fri, Nov. 20: Principal's Coffee, Central/Arroyo Library, 8:45 a.m.
Nov. 23 - 27: Fall Break, no school
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Central Mustang Mail - November 1, 2026

IMPORTANT DATES

Mon, Nov. 2: ROPES Information Night
Tues, Nov. 3 & Weds, Nov. 4: Chalk Rangoli
Nov. 2 - Nov. 5: SCEF Halloween Candy Buy-Back
Weds, Nov. 4: Staff Appreciation Lunch
Thurs, Nov. 5: 6th grade Author Visit with Kate O'Shaughnessy
Fri, Nov. 6: Last day to register for Legarza Basketball
Tues, Nov. 10 & Thurs, Nov. 12: Diwali Lunchtime Crafts
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Central Mustang Mail - October 25, 2026

IMPORTANT DATES
Tues, Oct. 27 & Thurs, Oct. 29: Día de Los Muertos crafts in the Library
Tues, Oct. 27: 6th grade field trip to the Exploratorium; Deadline to order 6th grade Author Visit book
Thurs, Oct. 29: Halloween at Central
Sun, Nov. 1: Daylight Savings Time ends
Mon, Nov. 2: ROPES Information Night
Nov. 2 - Nov. 5: SCEF Halloween Candy Buy-Back
Weds, Nov. 4: Staff Appreciation Lunch
Thurs, Nov. 5: 6th grade Author Visit with Kate O'Shaughnessy
Fri, Nov. 6: Last day to register for Legarza Basketball
Central Mustang Mail - October 18, 2026 Featured Photo

Central Mustang Mail - October 18, 2026

IMPORTANT DATES
Weds, Oct. 21: PTA Meeting at Paris Baguette, 8:45 a.m.
Tues, Oct. 27 & Thurs, Oct. 29: Día de Los Muertos crafts in the Library
Tues, Oct. 27: Deadline to order 6th grade Author Visit book
Thurs, Oct. 29: Halloween at Central
Sun, Nov. 1: Daylight Savings Time ends
Mon, Nov. 2: ROPES Information Night (virtual)
Thurs, Nov. 5: 6th grade Author Visit with Kate O'Shaughnessy
Fri, Nov. 6: Last day to register for Legarza Basketball
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Principal's Message

We offer a range of elective classes providing both support and enrichment opportunities for students.  After a major remodel and addition completed during the 2014-2015 school year, our students moved into a brand new building designed with innovative learning spaces that encourage community building, flexible groupings and blended learning.  Approximately 555 sixth through eighth grade students are enrolled during the 2017-18 school year, with classes arranged on a modified block schedule with a traditional calendar.  We share our campus with Arroyo School (a 4/5 upper elementary school), which opened in the fall of 2016.
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Our Vision

We're more than just educators—we're a community dedicated to fostering growth, learning, and success for every child. Whether you're a new family or a new member of our staff, we're thrilled to have you join us on this exciting journey!
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