Congratulations to Justine Grenier-Fillion for advancing to the State Science Fair. Justine is a senior at St. Lucie West Centennial High School and is taking both Anatomy and Physiology Honors and AP Biology. Justine’s project looked to identify genetically modified organisms in common corn-based foods such as tortilla chips, corn muffin mix, and even corn flour sold at the grocery store. In her experimental design process, Justine was able to learn about and perform polymerase chain reactions (PCR), gel electrophoresis, and how genes can be modified in organisms. Justine is also a member of the competitive cheer team that recently … Read More

St. Lucie West Centennial High School is proud to recognize some of our freshman students for their outstanding example of excellence in both academics and behavior. These remarkable individuals consistently demonstrate a positive attitude, respectful demeanor, and an unwavering dedication to learning. Their commitment to personal growth and leadership sets a powerful standard for what it truly means to be an Eagle. Whether in the classroom or around campus, they inspire their peers and staff alike. Keep soaring high — your hard work, integrity, and enthusiasm make a lasting impact. We celebrate you today and every day. We are Eagle … Read More

SLW Centennial’s Quiz Bowl Team took first place in the Quiz Bowl State Competition sponsored by Skills USA.  The team will advance to Nationals.  The student team members are: Yeltsin Jean-Pierre, Dallas Sidebottom, Jaeger Johnson, Aylah Poe, and Adrianna Lovalente.

The SLW Centennial NJROTC Black Talon Drill Competition Team competed in the Key West NJROTC Color Guard Competition on Saturday, October 11, 2025. The competition consisted of 12 teams from 7 different NJROTC units from all over South Florida. The SLW Centennial NJROTC Black Talon Competition Drill Team competed with 2 separate teams. Team Alpha consisted of c/PO2 Hamel, Nolan (Color Guard Commander, Ensign Flagman), c/PO2 Nestler, Brody (Navy Flagman), c/LCDR Burke, Brittany (Left Rifleman), and c/PO1 Ross, Eli (Right Rifleman). Team Bravo consisted of c/PO1 Ramos, Jacob (Color Guard Commander, Ensign Flagman), c/LT Ramirez, Brandon (Navy Flagman), c/SCPO Simpson, … Read More

SLW Centennial NJROTC cadets presented Colors and the pledge at the September Board Meeting

The SLW Centennial HS Navy JROTC honored the souls that were lost during the Patriot Day Ceremony on September 11, 2025.  The Ceremony was conducted at 8:00am at which time the company was brought to attention and the Company Commanding Officer, c/LCDR Brittany Burke.  She had the company “Present Arms” (salute) as the Ensign (United States Flag) was raised by the Flag Detail. The Flag Detail, c/SN Cameron Pecci and c/SN Jess Fasci, and the Flag Detail Commander, c/PO3 Angel Flannigan, raised the Ensign slowly to the top of the Flag Mast and then slowly brought it down to half-mast … Read More

SLW Centennial High School NJROTC celebrated their Annual Military Review and Inspection on February 25, 2022. Several students were recognized and given awards for outstanding personal appearance for their uniform inspections. Congratulations to all Cadets and Units on a job well done.

  SLW Centennial’s Navy JROTC Black Talon unit competed in the Florida State Area 7 NJROTC Brain Brawl Academic Championships this past weekend on Saturday, January 28th, 2023, hosted by Gaither High School, in Tampa, Florida. “Alpha” team, c/LCDR Aidan Rossell, c/SCPO Sean Stewart, c/PO2 Jannaya Grant, c/SR Hei Chu and c/LTjg Jade Sikorski, placed 16th out of 32 teams, making it to the semi-finals before being eliminated. “Bravo” Team, c/ENS Casey Scott, c/LT Peyton Mangine, c/SN Nolan Hamel, c/ENS Faith Miller, and c/PO2 Mayreeana Neston, placed 24th out of 32 teams. The unit will look to qualify for Nationals … Read More

Congratulations to the SLW Centennial NJROTC Academic Team!  They competed in the BOCA NJROTC Brain Brawl Competition hosted on Saturday, September  20th, 2025, against 24 other NJROTC teams. Team Alpha consisted of c/PO3 Andrew Witz-Schaffer, c/LT Brandon Ramirez, c/PO1 Jacob Ramos, c/PO1 Eli Ross, and c/PO2 Brody Nestler. They made it through the Quarter-Finals, survived the Semi-Finals, and made it all the way to the Finals.  They finished in 3rd Place and are coming home with the 3rd Place Trophy/Plaque! Bravo Team consisted of c/PO2 Nolan Hamel, c/PO2 Zoey Fletcher, c/PO2 Payton Brown, c/PO3 Lamenthia Scott, and c/SN Cameron Pecci. … Read More

The SLW Centennial Navy JROTC “Black Talon” Navy Eagle Company traveled to Tampa Bay this weekend and competed in the Riverview High School’s NJROTC “Battle of the Sharks” Drill Competition held in Riverview, Florida. The “Black Talon” Company Drill Competition Team earned two trophies during their first Drill Competition of the year! The “Black Talon” Drill Competition Team earned the following awards: 5th Place Academics 6th Place Personnel Inspection 6th Place Unarmed Basic Drill 6th Place Team Sit-Ups 3rd Place 100m Relay (Trophy) 4th Place Overall Athletics (Trophy) The “Black Talon” Company looks forward to many more Drill Competitions and … Read More

  The SLW Centennial NAVY JROTC “Black Talon” Company had a field trip to visit the Kennedy Space Center on Wednesday, September 13th, 2023.  Cadets visited various attractions, including the United States Astronaut Hall of Fame, the Apollo/Saturn 5 Center, and of course the Gift Shop.   Cadets learned the importance of America’s “Race to the Moon” as well as had fun virtually flying the Space Shuttle.  They look forward to visiting again next year!  

The SLW Centennial NAVY JROTC “Black Talon” Unit toured the Cape Canaveral Cost Guard Station on Monday, March 20th, 2023. The unit toured their Operations and Communications Center and received a brief on the responsibilities and daily operations of the Coast Guard. The Unit also toured the United States Coast Guard Cutters SKIPJACK as well as the CONFIDENCE.  They toured the Navigation Bridge, Engine Room, Galley and Common Spaces. The tour finished with a walk through of the Coast Guard small boat responsible for migrant intervention and narcotic seizures.  

The SLW Centennial High School NAVY JROTC competed in the G. Holmes Braddock High School Brain Brawl Academic Competition, in Miami, on Saturday, January 22nd, 2022. The competition was fierce. 20 teams in total challenged each other in a “Jeopardy” style match where four teams battle each other answering questions for three rounds, followed by quarter-finals and semi-finals. Only the top four teams make it to the finals. The SLW Centennial NAVY JROTC took home the Third Place Trophy and earned their invitation to the State Championships this weekend, on January 29th, 2022, at Gaither High School in Tampa. The … Read More

The SLW Centennial NAVY JROTC competed in the Lake Mary “Ram Nation” Drill competition in Lake Mary, Florida, on Saturday, February 18th, 2023.  They earned seven trophies during the competition and qualified for the Area 7 State Drill Championships, which will be hosted by Riverview NAVY JROTC, held at Riverview High School on Saturday, March 4th, 2023. The SLW Centennial High School NAVY JROTC won the following awards: 1st Place 100m Relay (Trophy)   3rd Place Personnel Inspection (Trophy)   3rd Place Team Push-Ups (Trophy)   4th Place Team Sit-Ups 4th Place Overall Atheletics (Trophy)   4th Place UnArmed Basic … Read More

  The SLW Centennial Navy JROTC provided a beautiful 50 State Flag backdrop and walkway to honor all of the SLW Centennial senior athletes that will be graduating this year. All Senior Athletes from bowling, cross-country, and golf had the honor of having their names called and their future plans read.  They also got to walk down with family members to receive flowers from Principal Andrea Popwell. SLW Centennial High School Senior Night occurred on Friday, October 8th, at 6:00 PM before the varsity football game against Forest Hill High School. The presentation of colors was performed by Cadet Seaman … Read More

The SLW Centennial High School’s Navy JROTC Navy Eagles “Black Talon” Company had the honor of performing the Opening Ceremonies for the United Florida Hockey Club Tournament on Thursday evening, October 26th, 2023 at Halpatiokee Regional Park in Stuart, Florida. The Honor Guard was performed by Cadet Ensign Faith Miller (Left Rifleman), Cadet Senior Chief Petty Officer Sean Stewart (Ensign Flagman and Honor Guard Commander), Cadet Petty Officer First Class Athaniel Morales (Army Flagman), Cadet Petty Officer Second Class D’Andre Bramwell (Marine Corps Flagman), Cadet Petty Officer First Class Kristian Claudio (Navy Flagman), Cadet Petty Officer First Class Zachary Columbia … Read More

The SLW Centennial High School’s Navy JROTC “Black Talon” Navy Eagles Company participated in the SLW Centennial Senior Pinning Night Ceremony held at the school’s gymnasium on Thursday, November 9th, 2023.  They provided ushers to hand out ceremony programs as well as guide parents and visitors to their seats. The Color Guard was performed by Cadet Petty Officer Third Class Jacob Ramos (Left Rifleman), Cadet Senior Chief Petty Officer Sean Stewart (Ensign Flagman and Color Guard Commander), Cadet Petty Officer Second Class D’Andre Bramwell (Unit Flagman), and Cadet Second Class Petty Officer Natalia Ventura (Right Rifleman).   Program distribution and … Read More