Fort Pierce Central High School came alive with creativity, laughter, and a touch of mystery during this year’s Underground Spirit Week. While maintaining their commitment to daily instruction and professionalism, faculty and staff found playful and unexpected ways to show their school spirit, leaving students both amused and curious throughout the week. Each day brought a new theme that added energy and excitement across campus. The week began with the laid-back fun of Mumu Monday, followed by Jersey Day, where staff proudly represented their favorite teams. Midweek took a humorous turn with “Not My Job” Wednesday, inspiring clever and entertaining … Read More

We are thrilled to celebrate Mr. Michael Schwerer of Fort Pierce Central High School. He was named TCPalm’s Teacher of the Week for October 12–17! Garnering an impressive 58.25% of the 14,093 votes cast, Mr. Schwerer’s recognition reflects the deep admiration and support he receives from students, parents, colleagues, and the entire school community. This honor highlights Mr. Schwerer’s unwavering dedication to education and the positive impact he makes in the lives of his students every day. His passion for teaching and commitment to excellence inspire those around him and elevate the learning experience at Fort Pierce Central. We are … Read More

Fort Pierce Central High School’s seniors recently marked the end of their high school journey with a memorable and activity-filled Senior Week. The celebration honored the Class of 2026 and provided students with opportunities to relax, connect, and create lasting memories together. One of the highlights of the week was a Senior Lock-In Day, where students rotated through engaging stations including arts and crafts, an interactive escape room, a music room, and a movie room. These activities encouraged creativity, teamwork, and fun in a safe and welcoming environment. Seniors also enjoyed a Senior Day picnic, giving them time to socialize … Read More

Fort Pierce Central High School proudly celebrated over 400 students this past Wednesday for their outstanding learning gains on the ELA PM1 assessment. These gains, measured against last year’s PM3 performance, mark a significant step forward in academic growth and set a strong foundation for future success. In adaptive testing, PM1 plays a crucial role in shaping the difficulty of subsequent assessments. A strong PM1 score leads to a more personalized and manageable PM2, ultimately boosting performance on PM3. This year, Fort Pierce Central students showed a 2% increase in both learning gains and proficiency compared to the same time … Read More

Fort Pierce Central High School’s auditorium was filled with excitement, pride, and celebration as 19 senior student-athletes officially signed their Letters of Intent to pursue both academics and athletics at the collegiate level. Surrounded by family members, teammates, coaches, and staff, the seniors were recognized for reaching an important milestone that reflects years of dedication and perseverance. College Signing Day represents more than committing to a college or university. It honors the discipline, resilience, and work ethic required to balance academics with the demands of competitive athletics. For the Fort Pierce Central community, the event served as a powerful reminder … Read More

As part of Music in Our Schools Month, Fort Pierce Central High School is proud to recognize an exceptional achievement by our Band Program. On Friday, March 6, both the Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band earned Superior ratings at the Florida Bandmasters Association (FBA) District 13 Concert Band Music Performance Assessment. Superior is the highest rating a band can receive, reflecting the skill, discipline, and musical artistry demonstrated by our student performers. These outstanding results are the culmination of countless hours of rehearsal, focused preparation, and a shared commitment to excellence. They also highlight the unwavering support of our band … Read More

Fort Pierce Central High School is proud to announce that under the masterful direction of Mr. Elker Harris, the FPC Ambassador Choir received an invitation to and participated in the prestigious 2026 World Strides Heritage Festival in Atlanta and the Florida Vocal Association (FVA) State Level Performances, where they delivered outstanding results across multiple categories. The Ambassador Choir competed in two ensemble divisions, earning the following ratings: Concert Choir – Received an Excellent Rating Show Choir – Received a Superior Rating In addition, Briella Destra, a student soloist, performed an individual vocal piece and received a Superior Rating — the highest honor awarded at the state level. These achievements … Read More

The Aerospace Technology Club at Fort Pierce Central High School has reached an exciting milestone with the successful launch of their very first rocket. Known proudly as the FPC Aeronauts, this dedicated group of students has spent the past two years designing, building, and testing their radar rocket, demonstrating perseverance, teamwork, and a strong commitment to innovation. The journey to this achievement was not without challenges. Over the past several months, students conducted multiple test launches that were unsuccessful due to factors such as unfavorable weather conditions and technical difficulties. Despite these setbacks, the team remained focused and continued to … Read More

The 38th Annual St. Lucie Regional STEM Fair took place on February 18, 2026, bringing together students from schools across the county at Indian River State College. The fair featured 84 projects from 98 students, representing grades 6–12 and competing across 13 STEM categories including engineering, environmental science, computational sciences, and more. The fair emphasized innovation, inquiry, and real‑world problem‑solving, with students presenting research and engaging in discussions with judges. Stephen Piskor and Marissa Clemens-Santos competed in the Physics category with the functional aerodynamics utilized in Formula 1 racing, Jua Anderson competed in the technology category with AI training, and … Read More

Fort Pierce Central Culinary Arts students prepared and served lunch for 30 area leaders on March28 inCentral’s Cobra Cafe.  St. Lucie County School Board Member Kathryn Hensley coordinated the lunch during a visit by Dr. Jack Payne, Vice President of University of Florida for the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS).  Guests included community leaders in education, research, and economic development who highlighted our local area’s ‘possibilities’.  The students served a delicious lunch of spicy tomato soup, Caesar salad, and cheesecake.  FPC Cobras are cooking! Pictured is Gabriela Garcia making Picatta sauce for chicken.

The Fort Pierce Central Army JROTC Cadets conducted a fundraiserrecently, called Celebrity Server!  The event was hosted at a local restaurant by the cadets from Fort Pierce Central High school. The event was to raise money for their program to be able to provide local needy families with complete Thanksgiving meal basket. The cadets asked their family, friends, and teachers to join in and buy tickets to participate in the event. The cadets help serve guests drinks, and helped clean up with the employees throughout the evening and after completion of the event.  The cadets successfully raised enough money to provide at … Read More

The Fort Pierce Central health occupations students competed recently at the regional HOSA Conference. Eleven students from Central competed against students from across the region which includes Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin and Palm Beach counties. Pictured, from left, are the students who will advance to state level competition, Ruth Martinez, first place Healthy Life Style, Sara Flores, Courtesy Corp, Valeria Martinez, Extemporanous Health Poster, Derrick Williams, first place Home Health Aide, Gia Frantantoni & Erin Pate,  First Aid and CPR, Marc Anthony Sierra, third place Dental Assisting, and Kathy Budge, third place Clinincal Nursing. Not pictured is the Health Education Team, fourth … Read More

Natalia Illuzzi and Sofie Vanmoorlegham advance to the State Tournament after winning Districts at #1 doubles on April 17.

Four student athletes at Fort Pierce Central High School signed letters of intent to play football at the college level. From left,  Zerrie Patterson signed for Florida A & M University, Carl Bess signed for Stetson University, Bryce Hall for Florida A & M University, and Freedom Whitfield for Florida Atlantic University.

The Fashion Club, in collaboration with FAITH Univerzity, recently hosted an engaging and impactful financial literacy workshop led by esteemed alumna Sandra Gabriel, a proud graduate of the FPC program. During this dynamic session, Ms. Gabriel guided students through essential financial topics, including goal setting (both short- and long-term), paycheck budgeting, credit fundamentals, investment strategies, and scam prevention. We are deeply grateful to Ms. Gabriel for generously sharing her expertise and inspiring the next generation of leaders. It’s always a privilege to welcome alumni back to campus to invest in our students’ growth and success. We look forward to future … Read More

Congratulations are in order for the Fort Pierce Central Concert Choir and their talented vocal director, Mr. Harris, for their stellar showing at the Florida Vocal Association Music Performance Assessment. Held this past March at Jensen Beach High School, the event brought together some of the best young vocalists from across the state. Representing their school with passion and precision, the choir received high praise for their efforts—earning an excellent rating in choral singing and a superior rating in sight singing. We are COBRA PROUD of these students and the remarkable progress they’ve achieved in just eight months! Their dedication … 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