Satchel Joseph, the 2016 SLWCHS valedictorian, has been accepted into four Ivy League Universities: Cornell, Dartmouth, Princeton, and The University of Pennsylvania. She was also accepted by Georgia Tech and Duke. All of the institutions offered her substantial scholarships ranging to more than $70,000 per year. Satchel is leaning toward attending Princeton, which accepted a mere 6% of this year’s applicants. Here, Ms. Joseph is pictured with Centennial’s  Principal Andrea Popwell.

Some call it the Superbowl of golf, but it’s more like the Daytona 500 in that it is the first of the four majors each season. It is The Masters, and unlike most tournaments, it is an invitational and always played at Augusta National. Therefore, the field is smaller and loaded with recent tournament winners. On April 3, Jim Herman, a lifelong friend of Centennial history teacher Steven Wyder, won the Shell Houston Open to qualify for The Masters. During his Masters’ interview, Herman used the occasion to acknowledge the part that Mr. Wyder has played in his success. For a … Read More

St. Lucie West Centennial High School is proud to announce the outstanding achievements of our students in the “Drop Savers” poster contest, organized by Port St. Lucie Utility Systems. This contest is aimed at promoting water conservation awareness among students. We are thrilled to celebrate the success of our four winners, each representing a different grade level. Congratulations to Brandon Cabrera (9th grade), Tienshi Chow (10th grade), Paige Hager (11th grade), and Gleidi Mercedes Picado (12th grade) for their creative and impactful posters. Their work highlights the importance of water conservation and showcases the artistic talent and environmental consciousness of … Read More

St. Lucie West Centennial school’s wrestling team made a remarkable showing at the prestigious Skylar White Wrestling Tournament. Among the standout performers were Caitlin Bohrer and Natalie Reed, who both secured podium finishes in their respective weight classes. Caitlin Bohrer demonstrated exceptional skill and determination, earning a well-deserved second place. Her performance was a testament to her hard work and dedication to the sport. Caitlin’s matches were intense and closely contested, showcasing her technical prowess and strategic acumen. Natalie Reed also made a significant impact, clinching third place. Her journey through the tournament was marked by resilience and tenacity, as … Read More

Centennial Criminal Justice students recently had the unique opportunity to participate in a Civil Discourse session led by Judge Maynard, alongside several local attorneys and legal staff who volunteered their time. This hands-on experience aimed to enhance students’ understanding of legal processes and effective communication. The session began with an attorney-led discussion on how to approach controversial matters, highlighting effective and ineffective behaviors during arguments. Students were then divided into three groups—Petitioners, Respondents, and the Jury—and given a fact pattern based on a real case. Attorney coaches worked privately with the Petitioners and Respondents to prepare their arguments, while another … Read More

Kailey McKnight tried out for Team USA Volleyball. Tryouts were held in 32 cities across the United States, and this Centennial Eagle was one of fifty-five girls selected to move to the next level of competition. Kailey will compete with the best this summer as part of USA Volleyball HP (High Performance) A1 National Select Training Team. We are very excited and proud of Kailey. Congratulations Kailey!    

SLW Centennial student Sloan Sizemore competed in the State swim meet in Stuart.  She placed 8th in the 50m and 5th in the 100m race.  

The girls softball team at St. Lucie West Centennial High School has again been chosen as a finalist in the Allen Sportswear “Dress the Champion” contest.  Votes are cast by logging in to the attached link below and voting for the school up to once daily. The winner receives home and away uniforms and coaching attire. Pictured, top row, are Allison Moncada, Kelly Bateman, genny Tuning, Lydia West, Janira Guzman and Megan McHenry. Bottom row, from left, are Amber Camacho, Lauren Ashe, Halli Gorsuch, Nicole McHenry, Kaitlyn Yust and Nicole Davis. Not pictured is Meredith Flynn. Coaches are Cheryl East, Tim Caffey, … Read More

The seniors at Centennial High School gathered to mark a significant milestone in their high school journey. The event, held in the school’s gym, was filled with excitement and anticipation as the Class of 2025 came together for their senior panoramic picture. Upon arrival, each senior received their official Senior shirts. The shirts, decorated with a unique design representing the Class of 2025, added a sense of unity and pride to the occasion. As the photographer directed the students, laughter and chatter filled the air, creating a lively and joyous atmosphere. Following the photo session, the seniors received crucial information … Read More

Senior Karina Sotolongo anxiously awaits the opening of the IRSC Writing Contest Awards ceremony. The contest has competitors from more than twenty area high schools, and there are three places for each of the four high school grades. Karina won third place as a sophomore, first as a junior, and first as a senior. As a three time winner, she received a plaque and a full scholarship to IRSC.

Prince Edouard, Vice-President of the National Honor Society at SLWCHS, has been accepted by Cornell University in New York. Cornell, a prestigious Ivy League university, has an excellent program in chemistry and chemical biology, which Prince has chosen for his major. He plans to attend both medical and graduate school ultimately leading to a position as a research scientist with a pharmaceutical company.

During a freshman seminar class, the Student Peer Navigators led an engaging activity using the “Rock, Pebbles, and Sand” metaphor to help new students understand the importance of prioritizing their time and responsibilities. In this activity, the “rocks” represented the most important commitments—like family, health, and academics. The “pebbles” stood for secondary priorities such as extracurriculars or part-time jobs, while the “sand” symbolized the small, everyday distractions. By guiding students through this visual and hands-on exercise, the Peer Navigators emphasized that if you fill your time (the jar) with the small things first, there won’t be room for what truly … Read More

St. Lucie West Centennial’s National Honor Society members visited the Elliott Museum in Stuart.  Through a guided tour, the students were exposed to the museum’s collections and exhibits.  The students learned about history, science and technology.  It was a fun, educational and entertaining experience for all.

On July 9, 2015, the Centennial Lady Eagles Basketball Team gave back to the community by volunteering at Sarah’s Kitchen.  The team volunteers twice a year; at Thanksgiving and during the summer.  Thank you Lady Eagles for your time and dedication to our community.

St. Lucie West Centennial High School junior Lauren King has published her first novel entitled  A Flower Named Rose. It is a teen romance in which the protagonist, a princess, flees to escape an arranged marriage. Her hope is that on her journey she will find happiness. The publisher is createspace.com, and the book may be ordered from Amazon.com.

St. Lucie West Centennial High School’s Baseball Program honored outgoing Athletic Director John Messina prior to their last scheduled regular season contest against Port St. Lucie High School. The longtime AD/coach threw out the first pitch to his former catcher, Johnnie Rhoden, who is now the Head Coach at PSLHS. Messina’s resume as a head coach includes over 400 victories, State Championships, multiple Major League players and countless collegiate scholarships at Monsignor Pace in Miami, Port St. Lucie High School, and Jensen Beach High School. As an Athletic Director, Messina brought the State Sportsmanship Award to SLW Centennial a record … Read More

St. Lucie West Centennial High School senior Nicole McHenry is one of only 16 student athletes chosen  from over 700 Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) member schools to serve on the FHSAA Student Advisory Committee. The purpose of the committee is to educate student athletes on FHSAA policies. Nicole was nominated by SLWCHS Athletic Director John Messina and has played volleyball and softball for all of her four years at Centennial.

Students at St. Lucie West Centennial High School recently held the second annual “Sleep in a Box” overnight fundraiser for Invisible Children, a program designed to help combat the abduction of children from Uganda and Sudan who are then forced to become assassins. Eighty five students participated this year, all sleeping outside in the courtyard, in their boxes. They raised over $800 for the organization to help update radio communications in the area and build schools for displaced children. Pictued are Leedy Boyle, left, and Dustin Snyder.