Start of 2026 School Year
Start of 2026 - 2027 School Year
Updated July 23, 2026:
Dear Central Elementary Families,
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we worked to determine the best path forward following the significant water damage to Central Elementary caused by the July 17 rainstorm during the school's roof replacement project.
This afternoon, the Nampa School District Board of Trustees approved temporarily relocating Central Elementary to the Centennial Learning Campus (formerly Centennial Elementary School) for the beginning of the 2026–2027 school year. While repairs may be completed before Christmas, remaining at one location through Christmas Break will provide students and staff with a consistent learning environment and avoid the disruption of moving mid-semester. Our goal is to return to the Central Elementary campus after Winter Break once repairs are complete and the building is ready for occupancy.
To allow time to prepare classrooms, technology, and student services at the temporary location, the Board also approved a revised start date for Central Elementary:
Grades 1–5: Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Kindergarten: Monday, August 17, 2026
The Central Elementary front office will open at the Centennial Learning Campus on Monday, August 3, to assist families with enrollment, registration, and back-to-school questions. Families should continue using the same Central Elementary phone number.
Additional information regarding transportation, Meet & Greet, arrival and dismissal procedures, and other back-to-school details will be shared soon.
We know this is an unexpected change, and we sincerely appreciate your patience and partnership as we work to provide every Central student with a safe, welcoming, and successful start to the school year.
Sincerely,
Dr. Gregg Russell
Superintendent
Ashley Loeber
Principal, Central Elementary School
FAQ's
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Central Elementary is temporarily relocating because the building sustained extensive water damage during the July 17 rainstorm while a planned roof replacement project was underway. The damage requires significant repairs before the building can safely welcome students and staff. To ensure students have a safe, high-quality learning environment, Central Elementary will temporarily operate from the Centennial Learning Campus.
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No. To support the staff's transition, the following dates have been adjusted:
- Meet & Greet K-5 - Monday, August 10th from 5-7p
- 1st day of School for 1st - 5th - Wednesday, August 12th
- 1st day of School for Kindergarten - Monday, August 17th
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First Student will have a Transfer Bus that will travel from Central to the Centennial Learning Commons and back daily.
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No. Bus routes will not be adjusted. Students will be driven to Centennial Learning Campus instead of Central Elementary School.
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Yes. Centennial Learning Campus has a Boys & Girls Club location on site that will be available for your student. You will need to sign up your student(s) prior to participation.
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The Central Elementary front office will open at the Centennial Learning Campus on Monday, August 3. Families should continue calling the same Central Elementary phone number they have always used. Our staff will be available to assist with registration, enrollment, and any questions you may have.
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The Nampa School District and Central Elementary will share updates through:
- ParentSquare
- Email, phone, and text notifications
- The district website
- The Central Elementary and Nampa School District social media pages
Please make sure your contact information is up to date in FinalForms so you don't miss important announcements.
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The greatest way you can help is by staying informed and remaining patient as we work through this temporary transition. Our staff is committed to making this move as smooth as possible for students and families. Talking positively with your student about the temporary campus and maintaining normal back-to-school routines will also help make the transition a successful one.