Author: KATHERINE AVRA

Dr. Stan Forrester’s Honors Physics class made rockets fly! On a bright and sunny South Florida day, students gathered on the practice field, eagerly awaiting their turn to launch their creations. Though not likely found in standard outer space-going vessels, some students chose to adorn their rockets with embellishments. The sky wasn’t the limit for our rocket-building students! What is clearly found is the passion and fascination that flight captivates through imagination and possibilities. Delving into Newton’s Laws of Motion, learning how each law applies to the operation of rockets increased the excitement as the concepts of thrust, velocity, and … Read More

Congratulations to the Fort Pierce Central BETA Club who swept seven wins at the State Convention in Orlando! Fifty-six schools from all around the state of Florida competed. Here are our outstanding winners: Lucas Salcedo – Health/Physical Education – first place Anabelle Lopez – Social Studies – second place Makayla Vasser – Quilling – first place Maleyah Vasser – Dancer – second place Aiden Hong – Black and White Photography – third place Lorraine Bundaon – Pottery – third place Jua Anderson, Mathew Mina, Michael Rosado, Destiny Brandenburg, Diana Rivas, Melissa Moreno – Technology – second place BETA club sponsors … Read More

On a chilly January morning, some special deliveries were making their way around. Our dynamic PBIS team of Mrs. Mazzo and Ms. DeVries wheeled around drinks and treats in appreciation of setting the Golden Cobra Standard of PBIS on our campus. On behalf of the entire Cobra Nation, the faculty and staff want to thank our tireless PBIS team for their thoughtfulness of personally catering treats to the classrooms. At school as it is with life, it truly is all the little things that add joy to a single school spirit and culture. As the faculty and staff enjoyed a … Read More

The annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration and Parade in Fort Pierce is an honored tradition. More than a walk in a processional line, the students, staff, faculty, and families of Fort Pierce Central High School take part in something bigger and brighter. Each year, our celebration and dedication increase as we mark a point of remembrance that seeks to change and inspire generations to come. The entire FPC Cobra family thanks all the sponsors, participants, volunteers, clubs, organizations, and float creators for another year marking victory in unity. Change is possible and it begins with all of us. … Read More

Come one, come all Cobra Nation to the first Club Rush of 2025! From Psychology to HYPE, Cobra Pals, SWAT, Spiritual Clubs, Gardening, Crochet, National Art Honor Society, STEM, Fashion, Thespians, Aeronautics, Puzzling, Spanish, French, Speech & Debate, BETA, KEY, Majorette & Dance, D & D, Board Games, and two dozen more, Fort Pierce Central student organizations contribute to a vibrant campus life! With so many student organizations to join, Cobras place academic priorities at top of mind! Sponsors at Central encourage students to be their best selves, stretch their abilities, and push for positive impact. Volunteering, service, community investment, … Read More

The Cobra cafeteria turned into the hot spot for hosting an incredible celebration! Fort Pierce Central honored more than 560 students who achieved significant learning gains on their ELA PM2 assessment! These dedicated students demonstrated the growth targets needed to show academic progress. To recognize their achievement, FPC faculty, staff, and administrators treated Cobra scholars to a festive celebration complete with cupcakes, refreshments, and an energetic dance party featuring our own DJ Mr. Bradley, who kept the energy high with amazing music. This is just the beginning! Cobra Nation is already planning an even bigger celebration for our PM3 Learning … Read More

Central’s Key Club continued their holiday tradition of participating in Fort Pierce’s annual Sights and Sounds Parade. Taking place in historic and scenic downtown Fort Pierce, the FPC Key Club had 244 members walk in the parade. Along with wearing their festival Santa hats, Key Club members carried and waved giant Crayola Crayons in honor of the theme of the parade Color Me Christmas. FPC has the largest and most active Key Club in the State of Florida with 335 members who have amassed more than 2,300 volunteer hours, serving and supporting needs in the community. Key Club is a … Read More

School Spirit weeks usually captivate an entire campus. In this case, the Fort Pierce Central Administrative Team took a different approach to Staff only Spirit celebrations. In its first-ever week-long event, Cobra Staff had their very own Spirit Week dedicated to collaboration, and comradery, along with a quiet quest to see how long it would take students to catch on to the daily staff spirit concepts! We had Monochromatic Day, Jerseys, Holiday Wear, Secret Service, and Dress Like a Student themes. Cobra Nation turned out with fun approaches to the dress-up challenges making this an interesting and fun-themed week that … Read More

The normally glittering purple and gold of Cobra Nation sparkled green and red for the holidays! Staff enjoyed festive themes and treats each day before winter break. From daily dress-up themes, selfies with the Elves contest, donuts, coffee, hot cocoa, fruit and yogurt parfaits, to personalized Cobra Nation Stanley-style tumblers, hand-delivered cards and ornaments, and of course, our most treasured Annual Poinsettia Luncheon, Central’s Administrators set Santa up with quite the celebrations to follow! Not to outdo ourselves from our debut single of Rocking Around the Christmas Tree from last year, we even managed to top the holiday music charts … Read More

The PBIS Hot Cocoa, Candy Cane, & Reindeer Games was a resounding success, showcasing the positive impact of our school’s PBIS program. During both lunch periods, students and teachers flocked to the Cobra Cafe to indulge in hand-crafted hot cocoa topped with your choice of whipped cream, marshmallows, and crushed candy canes, a reward earned through consistently demonstrating positive behavior. A Santa-sized thank you to Chef Strell and his Cobra culinary students for their amazing efforts in making this event a special treat. PBIS is delighted to witness so many students embodying COBRA PRIDE and earning purple tickets to participate … Read More

Many schools have holiday celebrations. What makes Fort Pierce Central unique is the heartfelt warmth through which our staff connects at special times of the year. The Annual Poinsettia Luncheon is a much-anticipated holiday tradition in Cobra Nation. With all the holiday magic collected, Chefs Strell and Swertfager, along with the Cobra Culinary students, seem to outdo themselves every year! An over-the-top menu this year featured mains of roasted pork loin with cranberry and orange glaze along with prime rib, glazed carrots, vegetable medley, sweet potato pasta with brown butter, and smashed potatoes two ways in accompaniment with caesar salad, … Read More

Before winter break, Fort Pierce Central freshmen leadership techniques students benefited from in-person visits to sample CTE program offerings. CTE or Career Technical Education courses offer real-world training for students to graduate high school with needed job readiness skills, training, and certificates to enter the working world. These snapshots into Central’s Criminal Justice and Culinary Arts Programs gave students firsthand glimpses into the experience-based and skill-building rigor of these certificate-earning tracks of study. Fort Pierce Central also offers Health Sciences, Automotive Services Technology, and Embry Riddle Aviation and Aerospace CTE learning academies. Thank you to Mr. Allcroft, Chef Swertfager, and … Read More

A Fort Pierce Central Production FPC’s talented theater students delivered a spectacular performance of the classic farce “Boeing Boeing” this past weekend. This beloved comedy has charmed audiences worldwide since its debut. The show follows the misadventures of a clever architect who finds his carefully orchestrated life spiraling into chaos when trying to maintain relationships with three international flight attendants. Center stage transformed into the vibrant setting of Paris in the 1960s. With humor and sophistication, every turn was under the masterful direction of Mrs. Tiffany Gardner. Our students captured the play’s signature wit and energy with remarkable skill. The … Read More

The FPC guidance team was delighted to host representatives from Indian River State College (IRSC) this past Wednesday evening for our vital FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) information session. This essential event marks a crucial step in our students’ journey toward higher education, making college dreams more accessible for our families. The IRSC team delivered comprehensive information about financial aid opportunities and demystified the application process. This knowledge is absolutely critical for our students and families, as completing the FAFSA can unlock thousands of dollars in federal grants, work-study opportunities, and low-interest student loans. For many families, understanding these … Read More

Fall is a time of year when we pause, take a deep breath of fresh air, and enjoy the moments that beckon subtle waves of change. Fall is also the time of year to enjoy the outdoors, have fun with friends, and reward our students with a spectacular PBIS Fall Festival. A special thanks to Mrs. Mazzo and Mrs. DeVries, our PBIS coordinators and dynamic duo, for orchestrating this fantastic fall event. As they walked around the backfield, students were able to partake in over 30 free activities provided by student organizations, class officers, athletics, and departments. Tickets sold prior … Read More

On Friday Cobra Nation’s courtyard was filled with the spectacular sound from our talented band students. Under the masterful direction of Mr. Gabin, the band delivered a show-stopping medley of songs that had both lunch periods savoring every moment. Students couldn’t resist recording the rhythm, spontaneously dancing, and tapping their toes to the dynamic performance. Rarely does Cobra Nation have an average or normal day and this Friday was nothing short of spontaneous, vibrant, and energetic! Mr. Gabin’s exceptional leadership and dedication to FPC’s band program continues to elevate our school’s culture of exceptional Fine Arts. His ability to inspire … Read More

Celebrating our academically excelling students is an honored tradition at FPC. Last week, Cobra Nation took time to recognize our outstanding Quarter 1 honor roll students with a memorable event. The celebration began with a personal touch as seventh-period teachers presented students with their well-earned honor roll certificates in their classrooms. Following the presentations, the festivities continued in the cafeteria, where these exceptional scholars were welcomed into a vibrant atmosphere filled with upbeat music and refreshments. Students enjoyed cookies, lemonade, and iced tea while celebrating their academic achievements with peers and teachers. This special celebration not only recognized our students’ … Read More

For many of us who work in schools—we wake up, live, and breathe education. The motivation of supporting student success gets us through our day; however, our mornings can likely benefit from the addition of a hero-strength cup of steaming fresh coffee! Friday mornings at Fort Pierce Central have a very special treat brewing! Our Cobra Cafe is transformed into the Cobra Coffee Cafe! Culinary students now baristas, brew fresh coffee and steam espressos all topped, whipped, or infused with the flavors of Italian and French favorites! Thanks to Chef Strell and his motivational team for filling our cups and … Read More

Last Thursday, our school transformed into a spooktacular center as students and staff donned their most creative costumes for Halloween. The excitement reached new heights with SGA’s red carpet Halloween Costume competition held during both lunch periods. Contestants strutted their stuff, showcasing their unique and imaginative attire, while the student body cast their votes for the ultimate Halloween champions. Building school spirit is essential for creating a positive and engaging learning environment. Events like Halloween costume contests foster a sense of community, camaraderie, and school pride. By participating in fun and festive activities, students develop lasting friendships, boost morale, and … Read More