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Welcome Assistant Principal Reinhardt

Abby Rothrock and Tavroop Kaur January 31, 2025

Beginning on February 6th, former fine arts instructional team leader at Hammond High School, Elizabeth Reinhardt, will be assigned as Centennial’s new assistant principal after the retirement of John...

Centennial Students & The American Dream

Caroline Jenkins January 8, 2025

Merriam Webster defines the American Dream as an “American social ideal.” In other words, it’s America’s version of a utopia, symbolizing the promise  of equal rights, opportunities and newfound...

Zuckerman Institute of Columbia

Does Our Music Taste Change Depending on the Season?

Anabella She January 6, 2025

As temperatures begin to drop, leaves fall from the trees, and sky turns grey, the changing of seasons seem to change with our mood. Music has a huge impact on our emotions, and as the weather gets colder,...

The team at a game this season

Back to Back: Eagles Field Hockey win Second Straight Regional Championship

Ryan Doody November 18, 2024

While winning a region championship is a special feeling, an even sweeter victory is defending your title of champions. The Centennial Field Hockey team was able to do just that, clinching their second...

Ahearn on the Field

Ahearn Retires from the Field, Leaving Behind Lasting Legacy

Ryan Doody November 7, 2024

For the past 22 years, Denis Ahearn has devoted himself to coaching baseball at Centennial High School, and after the 2024 season, the end has inevitably arrived as he decided it was time to hang up the...

Future Eagles Night

The Future of Centennial’s Marching Eagles Remains Bright

Joy Dong November 3, 2024

Under the Friday Night Lights, the chilly autumn air and stress of a full school week melt under the warmth and cheer of an entire school, united by a single team. There’s no better way to end the week...

Childhood Changes: How Halloween Has Evolved

Childhood Changes: How Halloween Has Evolved

Blythe Zheng October 30, 2024

Imagine it’s October 31, 2015. As the clock hits 3:30, cartoon characters and mythical creatures fill the elementary school hallways where parents stand cheering and clapping as they proudly show off...

How do our Centennial Seniors feel about the college application process?

How do our Centennial Seniors feel about the college application process?

Blenda Undrakhbold October 30, 2024

“Common app, early action, letter of recommendations” — words seniors, including myself, have constantly been hearing from our teachers and peers. The number of essays required for each college application...

Opinion: It’s Time to Show up Eagles

Opinion: It’s Time to Show up Eagles

Natalie Muñoz October 28, 2024

The last football game I went to, I remember that by the first half we were down by a lot. As it got closer to halftime more of the student section filed out. This caused our cheers to grow quieter while...

A Rare Double Header for Soccer on Future Eagles Night

A Rare Double Header for Soccer on Future Eagles Night

Charles Sandersen and Casey Stachera October 22, 2024

The girls Varsity team kicked off the action at 4 pm for the first matchup of the day. The Eagles (6-1-3) were set to take on the Howard Lions (8-1). The game started out hot for the Eagles as sophomore...

Crema Volteada: A Taste of Hispanic Heritage

Crema Volteada: A Taste of Hispanic Heritage

Cynthia Urquiaga October 12, 2024

Hispanic Heritage Month spans from September 15th to October 15th every year, and is a time to celebrate the Hispanic culture and community in the United States. Hispanic Americans have played a vital...

Centennial vs River Hill: The Homecoming Game

Centennial vs River Hill: The Homecoming Game

Ryan Doody, Sports Editor October 9, 2024

On September 28, around noon time, the nest was filled with fans decked out in all red to support their Eagles. Students, teachers, parents, grandparents, and an overall abundance of support filled the...

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