Dylan Romano is an 11th grader who is being recognized for his indisputable achievement in Sports. To know more about Dylan, Chloe McGuinness conducted an interview to get a splash of his thoughts on the recognition given to him.
He feels pretty honored, and he believes that "there's a lot of other people that probably deserve it" but he feels nice having been chosen since he did not expect it all. Romano's passion for bowling started at a very young age, around 6 or 7, due to being surrounded by his parents who are both bowlers. He finds it fun and he likes winning which makes the sport rewarding for him.
Furthermore, Romano started bowling as a serious sport at around 2020-2021 and he's been practicing ever since. He says he would rather go to the bowling alley than stay at home and do nothing because he gets to meet a lot of new people and feel the whole community.
Lastly, his message for people who want to get into the sport is to practice a lot, which will be frustrating, but worth it in the end.
It has been a pleasure interviewing Dylan, and we cannot wait to meet more of Centennial's brightest stars!
Do you know someone worthy of this same recognition? Be sure to nominate them through the link on @centenwingpan's Instagram bio.
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As silver envelops St. Lucie West Centennial High School in its 25th anniversary, let's take a walk into the stories behind the people that made Centennial what is today- the faculty and staff. Though their fields differ, they share a common thing of equipping our eagles with the necessary skills and lessons before they venture into the real world. What makes this all more worthy of recognition is the fact that they have persevered for many years, with some going more than a decade.
With the help of Francesca Josma and the rest of the Wingspan staff, I asked members of the Faculty and Staff some questions that give us a dive into their experiences with working here in Centennial. Excerpts from each of my interviews are written below.
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What year did you start teaching here at Centennial and how did you hear about it?
Dr. Britton: 2010-2011, Mrs. Lewis teaches in the CTE Department and when I was in need of moving schools, I talked to her and said could you put in a good word in with Mr. Lynch (former principal)? I think she did and 14 years later, I'm still here!
Mr. Carannante: 2009-2010, I was coaching the freshman basketball team at Jensen Beach High School and I was looking forward to work there (JBHS) but they didn't have a job for me. The Athletic Director there knew the Athletic Director here at Centennial and so, I became [the] assistant basketball coach and [taught] Algebra 2 Honors and Precalculus Honors that first year.
Ms. Serynek: Year 2000. I heard about the school after teaching at Head Start. I was interested in being an art teacher here but was told the only available options were Early childhood or culinary arts. I first went into culinary arts, which I enjoyed but switched into early childhood.Â
What attribute of SLWCHS made you stay here?
Mr. Carannante: I love it here. I'm lucky to have high-level classes I guess, plus my students are amazing every year. I love coaching the basketball team. I love the whole package of what's going on here. I bought a house right next door that second year and [I've] just been rolling ever since.
Ms. Serynek: Honestly, I really liked the staff that welcomed me to the school and made me feel positive about the whole teaching experience. Â
Do you have a favorite/memorable experience here in Centennial?
Dr. Britton: The year I got Teacher of the Year for Centennial. When your peers vote you for something like that, that's kind of a deep feeling. So, it's nice to be appreciated.
Mr. Carannante: I don't know if I can narrow it down. Got some great successes on the basketball court which really mean a lot to me. [Also] got some successes in the classroom. So many graduations mean a lot me, valedictorian speeches and to see many students after they graduate and checking in with them. So it's one whole package but I don't have a specific one on top of the others.
Ms. Serynek: My favorite would be seeing or being involved in the student activities like the graduation ceremonies. But I don’t have just one favorite memory... I liked the holiday dinners too, that’s for the teachers. Â
What changes have you seen that you like?
Dr. Britton: Definitely just how much technology is used. Back to 14 years ago, all my papers, quizzes, etc. were on paper. Now, everything is done on Canvas and [there's] access to good calculators with Desmos. I like that the FCAT turned into an EOC which was core-specific instead of the old way.
Mr. Carannante: Technology. In 2009 & 10, not everybody had a cellphone and now, everybody's submitting their homework online. [There's] been a lot of technological differences but in terms of everything else, it's really not that different. Kids are kids and some kids are gonna work really hard and go off to college and some kids are gonna do the opposite of that.
Ms. Serynek: Mrs. Popwell does a great job at ensuring teacher and student engagement. I also think we see more student activities than in the past.Â
What do you want to improve?
Dr. Britton: Just wish I could get everybody to class on time. Maybe we need another minute or two in the bell schedule.
Mr. Carannante: We could always improve, right? We could always improve.
What advice would you give to eagles?
Dr. Britton: Soar high, man! Just keep going. Never give up, never surrender. Just keep working.
Mr. Carannante: Just keep working hard. Wherever your goals are, do what you can to achieve them and hopefully the staff is here to help you out.
Ms. Serynek: Take advantage of the resources offered to you and do your best while you’re here.
