Safe-Driving Awareness Day
May 9, 2016
Words: Sandy Eichhorn Photos: Michael Merkey On Monday, May 9, Centennial began its Prom Spirit Week by spreading awareness about distracted driving. Students volunteered to be "victims" of car accidents caused by driving while texting and driving under the influence. These students were taken out of...
Boys’ Baseball Falls to Oakland Mills
April 14, 2016
Words: Paul Drutch Photos: Michael Merkey Centennial’s Varsity Boys’ Baseball team lost 12-4 to Oakland Mills on Wednesday, April 13 ending the team’s three game winning streak. The team started off strong, leading 4-1 until the third inning. However, after a short spur of unfortunate pla...
Zaching Against Cancer 3v3 Tournament
March 24, 2016
Words: Michael Moore Photos: Izzie Chausse On Tuesday, March 9, the Zaching Against Cancer 3v3 Basketball Tournament was held during Eagle Time. The tournament was held in honor of former Centennial student, Zach Lederer. The tournament consisted of teams of three. During Eagle Time, the games were pl...
Junior Interviews
March 23, 2016
Words: Madhu Lal Photos: Izzie Chausse and Hunter Hall Centennial hosted its annual junior interviews on March 22 and 23. Juniors created resumés and prepared for their interviews in their English classes. These interviews were a way for students to gain an understanding of what it takes to apply for a...
WorldFest
March 23, 2016
Words: Madhue Lal Photos: Michael Merkey Centennial hosted WorldFest on, March 22 from 6-9pm. The event hosted an array of different cultures and ethnic cuisine. The cafeteria was lined with foods ranging from German apple desserts to Indian samosas. Student produced projects, each displaying a differe...
Boys’ Basketball Defeats Wilde Lake in Third Round of Playoffs
March 3, 2016
Words: Michael Moore Photos: Hunter Hall On Wednesday, March 2, the gym at Centennial High School was packed with students, parents, and fans for the Regional Semi Final game between the Eagles and the Wilde Lake Wildecats. The Eagles impressed the crowd and came back to win the game 58-42. The Eagle...
Girls’ Basketball Falls to Long Reach in Playoffs
March 2, 2016
Words: Michael Merkey On Tuesday, March 1, the Varsity Girls’ Basketball team lost to Long Reach High School in the second round of the 3A playoffs, 53-48. The Eagles fought hard and the game was close until the last few seconds. The team played very well and had a great season overall. Senior Kewa Gra...
Boys’ Basketball Beats Reservoir in Second Round of Playoffs
March 1, 2016
Words: Michael Moore Photos: Hunter Hall On Tuesday, February 29, the Centennial Boys’ Basketball team started its playoff run. The team took on the reservoir Gators at home. After overcoming a 3-point halftime deficit, the Eagles stormed back, emerging with a 57-53 victory. Senior Tom Brown, was th...
Tom Brown Scores 1,000 Points During Senior Night
February 22, 2016
Words: Paul Drutch Photos: Hunter Hall On Saturday February 20, the Centennial Boys’ Basketball team had their Senior Night against the Reservoir Gators. The seniors honored were Tom Brown, E.J. Fowler, Michael Merkey, and Javon Smith. The Eagles defeated the Gators 56-53, with Brown and junior Elijah W...
Strutting with the Staff
February 12, 2016
Words: Sandy Eichhorn Photos: Michael Merkey On Thursday, February 11, teachers from all Howard County High Schools came to Centennial to compete in Strutting with the Staff. Centennial had sixteen teachers who impressed the judges and crowd, winning the competition. Centennial teachers Kathryn Carlsen, ...
Boys’ Basketball Defeats Rival Mount Hebron
January 19, 2016
Words: Michael Moore Photos: Hunter Hall On Friday, January 15, the Centennial Boys’ Basketball team played rival Mount Hebron in the teams' only meeting of the season. In front of a sold out crowd, the Eagles came away with a 49-41 win. It was a strong performance from the Eagles who are looking t...
Cozy By the Fire
December 21, 2015
Words: Sandy Eichhorn Photos: Michael Merkey On Monday, December 21, Centennial students "cozied up" in their pajamas. The second day of Centennial's Winter Spirit Week was a hit with students breaking out their holiday themed pajamas and onesies. As usual, students relished in the ability to stay i...
