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Sorensen: Let’s move forward with positive energy at Centennial

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To all the people that have reached out to me and shown me love: I am so grateful for the Centennial community. Over the last two years you have filled my cup and I will eternally love every Coyote.

Unfortunately, over the past few weeks it has become evident there is no future for me in PUSD. I denied this realization for as long as I could and still shed tears over the fact that I am no longer the grateful principal of Centennial High School.

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I hope people do not view my resignation as an admission of guilt. The environment in PUSD was untenable and I prioritized my ability to care for my children in the short- and long-term.

During this time of deep reflection I can say without a doubt, I did my very best work every day to serve the Centennial community.

To the amazing Coyotes who are leading this most recent effort — you will be the future leaders of our world and I have faith that our future is bright because of people like you. Please understand that your words and actions are not lost.

I know the CeHS community is hurt, so am I, but we all must heal and forgive from a place of love and empathy.

Please, let’s move forward with positive energy and focus on your path forward with positive energy and focus on your path toward post-secondary success.

To the students, parents and educators who know me, it was an absolute honor to serve you. Unfortunately my words are not sufficient to describe what being a Coyote has meant to me. Hopefully, my actions as principal reflect how much I respect and care for each individual Coyote.

I live in our community and hold my head high, so when you see me please say hello and let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

I am not done serving in public education and have so much more to give. Thank you for everything and I love you.

Editor’s note: William Sorensen is the former principal of Centennial High School. He posted this to his Twitter account on Feb. 21, 2020.