Winter concerts are a seasonal delight at Fort Pierce Central! Choir Director Mr. Eric Martinez and his talented students elevated our holidays with timeless numbers and new favorites.
Author: KATHERINE AVRA
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Tis the busy season for good works by the Fort Pierce Central Key Club! Sponsor Mrs. Denise Peschio and 100 members participated in the Fort Pierce Sights and Sounds Parade in early December. Then, volunteers helped at the annual Rivers Ridge Elementary School’s Holiday shop. Next, Key Club added some holiday decor at Chester A. Moore Elementary School. Finally, Key Club members helped bag gifts for the local, annual Toys for Tots.
Ms. Leonie Poku and FPC’s talented all-star cast of dancers delighted family and friends in Cobra Nation with spectacular seasonal offerings. From dramatic themes of elegance juxtaposed with the essence of jovial interpretations of iconic holiday numbers, the performances demonstrated the reach and range of FPC dancers.
Memories: A Winter Holiday Concert Ushering in the cheeriest season of the year is greeted by FPC’s Performing Arts concerts and performance celebrations. Band Director Mr. Joshua Daniels proudly presented Fort Pierce Central’s annual Winter Band Concert entitled “Memories: A Winter Holiday Concert.” This year’s concert featured Jazz Band performances of Kosma’s “Autumn Leaves,” Yasinitsky’s “Tomorrow’s Memories,” and Marks’ “Rudolph’s Mambo.” Next, themes from Tchaikovsky’s Nutcracker with special performances by Esteban Acosta, Junior Dubon, Jasmine Gabriel, Wendell Remy, and Makayla Vasser. The Concert Band followed with Sheldon’s “Snow Globe,” Standridge’s “Wintertide,” with Percussion Ensemble’s performance of Herndon’s “Toboggan,” along with Winter … Read More
Applying for college can be a tricky and time-consuming process. Navigating unfamiliar websites alone can be intimidating. Mix in college entrance pressures, financial documentation, and pulling together all the pieces to plan your next four years is a heavy lift. Considering all these reasons and more is why Cobra Nation divides FAFSA night into two parts! FAFSA or Federal Assistance through the Federal Student Aid Program is a complex network of supplying paperwork and time-sensitive applications. Fort Pierce Central works with students and their families to inform, navigate, register, and complete the FAFSA application process.
Dr. Gregory Dorcelia, ELL/ESOL Counselor and Mrs. Sarah Armada, 12th Grade Administrator, aided by additional translators, hosted the annual college application night at FPC. This event is designed to serve the diverse needs of students applying for college. Many of the students participating will be the first in their families to pursue higher education.
Ms. Emily Royo, Yearbook Advisor at Fort Pierce Central High School, attended JEA/NSPA or the Journalism Education Association and its partner the National Scholastic Press Association conference in Boston, MA November 2nd-4th. Ms. Royo secured a grant sponsoring this incredible opportunity. The convention housed 4,662 High School students and advisors from all over the nation to attend expert classes on all things Journalism. The convention’s keynote speakers were three members of the legendary Boston Globe Spotlight Investigative Team that inspired the award-winning movie “Spotlight.” The one-hour classes took place during the day on Friday and Saturday. Classes were taught by … Read More
FPC Puts the Fun into Senior Field Day! Field Days are not just for the end of the year, wind-down in elementary schools. Senior Field Day is a Fort Pierce Central High School Tradition. From outside games of kickball, soccer, flag football, photo ops, side-walk chalking and more, to indoor card games and board games, FPC makes time with friends the memorable senior-year moments that last a lifetime. Thanks to the entire senior teacher team and admins who made this great event for our seniors another chapter in the legacy of Cobra Traditions.
Fun, Food, and Friendly Faces at FPC! Successful academics are not the only thing cooking up around FPC. Central staff enjoyed their second annual courtyard BBQ Cook-Out sponsored by the Admin team. Early Release days are a great opportunity to gather all the teams together for a fun-filled time of laughter, great food, and team-building. A special thanks to grill-master Mr. Frazier for keeping the coals warm and the food hot! The side dishes only complimented the great grilled meats. Staff polished off their plates while singing happy birthday to Mrs. Kelly Bailer Assistant Principal and enjoyed a slice … Read More
SWAT (Students Working Against Tobacco) sponsored by Mrs. McKenzie, promoted Red Ribbon Week from Oct. 23 – Oct. 27. Fort Pierce Central SWAT promotes saying NO to drugs and alcohol On Oct. 26th students signed pledges on a community banner, made and wore red ribbons, and posed for positive pictures!
All of Cobra Nation is proud of William Auriemma, Christian Whitte, and Coach Rymer of our Fort Pierce Central’s State Qualifying 2023 Bowling Team! The District only takes 2 single qualifiers each year and Central secured both spots. Congratulations Cobras!
Fort Pierce Central High School Band Program earned Straight Superiors at the District 13 Marching Band Music Performance Assessment at Jensen Beach High School October 28th, 2023. Mr. Joshua Daniels is the director of bands and the Marching Cobras. The band staff includes assistant band director Emily Morgan, Percussion Instructor Christopher Ketcham, Winds Tech Derek Nierenberg, and Color Guard Coach Leigh Ann Rutter. The Band’s leadership team includes Band Captain Nicolas Tovar, Drum Majors Esteban Acosta and Makayla Vasser, Woodwind Lieutenant Megan Estarellas, Brass Lieutenant Jaden Rios, Percussion Lieutenant Jeano Dyer, and Color Guard Lieutenants Reed Wildes and Genna Zerga. … Read More
Central took time to recognize all of our high-achieving academic scholars. Cobra cookies along with candy-filled cookies were enjoyed by honorees. We are proud of our students, their success, and the hard work it takes to be on the honor roll and principal’s honor roll. Way to go Cobras!
Thank you to administrators and senior sponsors for another successful senior pinning for FPC. This year’s celebration took place at the Fenn Center and was a delight for all proud attendees.
On Tuesday, October 24, 2023, Fort Pierce Central High School senior Aristhene Thelisnort and his IRSC partner Justin Stolaj won first place in the Sunshine Kitchen Cook-off sponsored by the Treasure Coast Education and Research Development Authority. Both students won a 1,500-dollar scholarship to be used to further their education. The winning dish was a Panko-crusted Tuscan chicken roulade with a tomato cream sauce, French pureed garlic potatoes, and sautéed broccoli with diced carrots. Congratulations Aristhene and Justin!
HOCO as we now know it, or homecoming for many of us nostalgic types reading this, is one of the fall’s most celebrated times in high school. At FPC, moments like the HOCO dance make memories to last beyond a season or year, even beyond high school. Homecoming is a time for union, reunion, and warm receptions. This year was a grand celebration filled with the lively jazz sounds of New Orleans with a nod to the Princess and the Frog. The Student Government Association (SGA), Mr. Bradley, and Ms. Polite rolled out the red carpet for attendees. The FPC … Read More
The Fort Pierce Central Medical Academy partnered with One Blood to host a blood drive on Thursday, October 26, in the FPC auditorium. Thank you to the heroes who boarded the Big Red Buses to save lives. Every two seconds someone needs blood in our country (American Red Cross, 2023). This single seemingly small act will help save many lives! Special thank you to Barbara Charles and Lorraine Young for organizing this life-saving event! Reference The American Red Cross. (2023). U.S. blood supply facts. Importance of the blood supply. https://www.redcrossblood.org/donate-blood/how-to-donate/how-blood-donations-help/blood-needs-blood-supply.html
Algebra may not be second nature for all of us. However, at Cobra Nation, our amazing Algebra team lives, breathes, and teaches math as a life skill. Our dynamic Algebra team is composed of Ms. Dowdy, Mr. Badac, Mrs. McDade, Mrs. Mead, Ms. Robinson, and Mr. Rymer who bring math to life in ways that enable, empower, and activate our students’ learning potential. Our administrative team extends a hearty Cobra praise to this hard-working team as they collaboratively plan and use the backward design of planning. The team is focused on the “how” of planning and sharing strategies with … Read More
Cobra Nation Goes from Purple & Gold to PINK! Cobra nation is known for a pallet of purple and gold. Once a year, FPC goes all out and all PINK to recognize, honor, and celebrate the bravery and pride of our breast cancer heroes. Adora Burkes Barbara Hisey Vanessa Solomon Cindy Swertfager Barbara Williams Though October is the designated month for breast cancer awareness, Central honors and supports our family throughout the year. More than survivors, they are exemplary heroes that we honor year-round. FPC warmly welcomes back Mrs. Adora Burkes to campus! A special thank you to Sharon … Read More
FPC congratulates our boy’s dive team on their recent victory on 10/11 and Cobra senior dive team honorees! Nicolas Tovar: 200 IM and 100 breaststroke Maddox Mules: 500 and 200 freestyle Maverick Mules: 100 butterfly and 100 backstroke Dominic Pizzimenti: 50 freestyle and 100 breaststroke Aiden Gaines: Diving event Junior Ryker Mules: 200 freestyle and 100 butterfly Sophomores Aidan Richards: 200 IM and 100 freestyle Thomas French: 500 freestyle and 100 backstroke