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- Student-Athletes Take Home Spring Fling State Titles
- Middle School Students Get Inside Look at Government
- WCS Educator, Administrator Among Top in Tennessee
- Spotlight Awards Shine on WCS Theater Students
- Middle School Athletes Win State Titles
- Educators Named CMA Foundation Music Teachers of Excellence
- Independence High Senior Named US Presidential Scholar
- Honoring the May Bus Drivers of the Month
- WCS Students Excel at Middle Tennessee Science and Engineering Fair
- TV/Film Students Win Regional NATAS Awards
- WCS Students Show Skills at DECA International Conference
- RHS Girls Flag Football Becomes Back-to-Back Champions
- Holocaust Commission Honors WCS Teacher
- District Celebrates Shining Apple Volunteers
- Youth in Government Conferences Teach Students About Politics
- HOSA Students Qualify for International Leadership Conference
- Students Win Awards at TSA State Leadership Conference
- WCS High School FFA Students Advance to National Competition
- Summit High Recognized by American School Counselor Association
- TV/Film Students Win at Western Kentucky Student Media Awards
- WCS Art Students Win National Scholastic Art Medals
- GMS Wins Battle of the Books for Fifth Consecutive Year
- Page Middle Makes History at State FFA Convention
- DECA Students Bound for International Conference
- Independence High Places Second at State Science Bowl
- WCS Media Students Win State Awards
- WCS Students Sing in Tennessee Honor Choirs
- WCS Robotics Teams Make History
- CES Student Visits State Capitol After Essay Contest Win
- Ravenwood High Becomes First-Time History Bowl Winners
- WCS Wrestlers Earn State Titles
- BHS Student Gets Research Paper Published
- WCS Students Break Yet Another National Merit Finalist Record
- Superintendent Golden Surprises Classified Employees of the Year
- BHS Student Named Finalist in Nationwide Science Talent Search
- Mill Creek Middle Students Win Big at Junior Theater Festival
- Mid, All-State Theater Students Announced
- TES Student Wins State Essay Contest
- PHS JROTC Students Sweep Williamson County Air Rifle League
- WCS Students Win Middle TN Scholastic Art Awards
- MCES Educator Named Reading Teacher of the Year
- WCS Announces Employees of the Year
- Grassland Middle Boys, Girls Sweep WMAA Soccer Championships
- NHS Band Director Wins Manilow Music Award
- Student Musicians Join Mid, All-State Bands, Orchestras
- Model United Nations Gives Students Inside Look at Government
- EIC Students Win MTSU Entrepreneurship Fair
- WCS TV/Film Students Win National Awards
- Ravenwood High's Principal Receives National Honor
- WCS Choir Students Join Mid-State, All-State Choirs
- WCS Students Capture Cross-Country State Titles
- Page High Girls Soccer Team Defends State Title
- WCS Bands Sweep Contest of Champions
- Page High FFA Member Places First in Nation
- WCS Educators Recognized by CMA Foundation
- WCS Middle School Athletes Win State Titles
- WCS Marching Bands Take Home Awards
- Students Earn National Recognition Awards
- BHS Debate Team Places Fifth at Nationals
- IHS JROTC Team Makes History in National Competition
- Celebrating WCS Student-Athletes at WILLCO Awards
- WCS Students Receive Seals of Biliteracy
- High School Athletes Win State Titles in Spring Fling
- WCS Middle School Athletes Take 10 TMSAA State Titles
- Spotlight Shines on WCS Theater Students
- WCS Music Educators Recognized by Country Music Association
- Schools Represent WCS at State Science Olympiad
- RHS Flag Football Wins Inaugural District Tournament
- Ravenwood High Robotics Wins First National Championship
- Media Students Win Regional NATAS Awards
- WCS Students Get Inside Look at Government
- Students Compete at HOSA State Leadership Conference
- Math League Brings Out Best, Brightest Students
- WCS Students Excel at TSA State Conference
- FFA Students Win State Awards, Earn Degrees
- Grassland Middle Takes Battle of the Books Victory
- WCS Art Students Throw Down
- BMS Robotics Teams Headed for World Championship
- CES Educator Named TPAC Teacher of the Year
- BHS, FHS Media Students Win at Western Kentucky University
- WCS High School Principal Recognized by State Organization
- WCS Music Students Excel in Spring Assessments
- Five WCS Schools to Make Appearance at State Science Olympiad
- WCS Speech, Debate Students to Compete at Nationals
- BHS, RHS Robotics Teams Advance to Worlds Competition
- DECA Students Qualify for International Conference
- WCS Supervisor Named Regional Coordinator of the Year
- WCS Students Earn Accolades from Tennessee High School Press Association
- Franklin High Senior Wins Brentwood History Bowl
- RHS Educator Named Geography Teacher of the Year
- WCS Wrestlers Take State Titles, Make School History
- RHS Girls Wrestling Makes History at Regional Tournament
- Honoring the Departmental Classified Employees of the Year
- Middle School Students to Perform in Honor Choirs
- MCMS Theater Shows Excellence in Music
- WCS Art Students Win Gold, Silver Keys
- WCS Students Set Mid, All-State Theater Record
- District Announces Teachers, Classified Employees of the Year
- Mid, All-State Choirs Announced
- Students Join Mid, All-State Bands, Orchestras
- Summit High Athlete Named Tennessee Titans Mr. Football
- EIC Honored by Tennessee School Boards Association
- WCS Executive Director Receives State Award
- Kenrose Teacher Named Elementary Art Educator of the Year
- Franklin Band Competes in Grand National Championships
- Middle, High School Students Attend Model United Nations Conference
- WCS Football Players Named Mr. Football Semifinalists
- HES Educator Named Honored Teacher
- Music Teachers Recognized by Country Music Association
- Students Outrun Competition at Cross-Country State Championship
- High School Marching Bands Hit Right Notes in Competition
- Page High Girls Soccer Makes History
- NHS Volleyball Wins Third Consecutive State Championship
- WCS High School Media Students Nominated for National Awards
- WCS Golfers Win State Titles
- Middle Schools Crowned State Champs in Cross Country
- Sub of the Month - Haley Harris
- Williamson County Schools Recognized as a Top Performing District
- Alumni Achiever - Mary Margaret Williamson, Summit High Class of 2015
- Fairview Team Wins Dixie Darlings World Series
- AP Capstone Diploma, Certificate Students Smash District Record
- Independence High Student Places in SkillsUSA Competition
- Page Middle TSA Students Place Second in Nation
- Page High FFA Students Reap Rewards at State Convention
- Summit High Student Project on Display at Smithsonian Museum
- Student-Athletes Take State Titles at Spring Fling
- Students Earn Seals of Biliteracy
- WCS Schools Help Drive Away Hunger
- Grassland Middle Continues Battle of the Books Winning Streak
- BHS Athlete Wins Gatorade State Player of the Year
- Media Students Win Big at NATAS Awards
- WCS Students Shine at Media Contests
- Science Olympiad Teams Win State Honors
- History Teacher Recognized for Outstanding Achievements
- Robotics Teams Qualify for VEX World Competition
- Historical Scholars to Compete in National History Day
- WCS Teachers Recognized by Tennessee Association for the Gifted
- Youth in Government Gives Students Inside Look at Politics
- Mathematical Minds Bring Home Awards for WCS
- Franklin High JROTC Team to Compete in National Academic Bowl
- Middle, High Schools Advance to National Technology Conference
- Franklin High Teacher Wins Technology Educator of the Year
- Independence High Teams Sweep JROTC Air Rifle League
- WCS Celebrates Employees of the Year
- WCS Teacher Among Top Educators in State
- Elementary Students Compete at Camp Mini Mu
- Undefeated High School Winter Guards Take State Championships
- High School DECA Students Advance to Internationals
- TV/Film Students Nominated for Regional Production Awards
- Independence High Artist Hones Creative Passion
- Summit High Artist Earns American Vision Medal
- Woodland Middle Student Wins National Writing Award
- Centennial High Student Named to All-State Jazz Band
- Students Represent WCS in Middle School Mid-State Bands, Orchestras
- CHS to Represent Tennessee at WorldQuest National Competition
- High Schools Receive United Way Star Recruiter Awards
- Independence High Takes Third at TN Science Bowl
- Page High Student Named Middle Tennessee Star Greenhand
- Media Students Shine at State Competition
- Grassland Middle Sweeps Basketball Championships
- Centennial High Wins Brentwood History Bowl
- Fairview High Wrestler Brings Home State Championship
- WCS Academic Excellence Continues with National Merit Finalists Announced
- Alumni Achievers - Peyton, Tristan Pisacane, Centennial Class of 2016
- Woodland Middle Students Wins Writing Award
- Fairview High Wrestling Makes History
- Franklin High Receives TN Pathway Certification
- Mid, All-State Theater Students Take Stage
- Celebration Continues with Classified Employees of the Year
- Celebrations Begin for WCS Teachers of the Year
- Two WCS Schools Earn AP Diversity Award
- Franklin High Band Director Named 40 Under 40
- Mid, All-State Bands, Orchestras Announced
- Students Win Scholastic Art Awards
- Students Named to All-State Choirs
- Centennial High Media Program Nominated for National Student Production Award
- Summit High Wins TSSAA Football Championship
- Students Named to Mid-State Choir
- Grassland Middle Sweeps WMAA Soccer Championships
- Summit High Named RTI School of Recognition
- Football Players Advance to Mr. Football Finals
- Three Football Players Named Mr. Football Semifinalists
- Cross-Country Athletes Earn Team, Individual State Titles
- Ravenwood High Girls Soccer Wins State Championship
- Brentwood, Nolensville Defend State Volleyball Championships
- Middle Schools Named WMAA Tennis County Champions
- EIC Student Earns Place in Entrepreneurial Weekend
- Page Middle Wins WMAA Golf Championships
- Educator Wins Distinguished New Teacher Award
- Middle School Teams Win Championship Titles
- Ravenwood High Student Wins Bookmark Contest
- Page High Athletic Director Receives National Certification
- Students Earn AP Capstone Diplomas
- Franklin High Student Earns District’s First IB Bilingual Diploma
- Centennial High PSA Tells Passengers to Buckle Up
- Student Songs Performed at Country Music Hall of Fame Virtual Event
- Theater Students Take Top Honors at Spotlight Awards
- Research Journal Publishes Page High Student’s Paper
Alumni Achievers - Peyton and Tristan Pisacane, Centennial Class of 2016
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Published February 12, 2021
Twin brothers Peyton and Tristan Pisacane are using the knowledge and skills they gained in high school to make a difference in the world.
After graduating from Centennial High School in 2016, the two began their college careers at Mississippi State University where they both played on the football team. A year later, Peyton left Starkville to attend the United States Military Academy West Point.
Now, Peyton is preparing to graduate from West Point and continue on to his Engineer Basic Officer Leadership Course, while Tristan is using his mechanical engineering degree to manage projects for Yates Construction in Nashville.
Peyton, what led you to want to serve your country and apply to The U.S. Military Academy?
Peyton: I had been interested in West Point through my entire senior year of high school, and I was mesmerized by the kind of people and leaders I saw walking around. I observed the prestige of the academics and the engineering programs. What ultimately drove me to West Point was the chance to lead a platoon of soldiers after graduation and to mold them into the best soldiers, husbands and fathers they could be. I could not turn down the opportunity to serve and protect my family and this great nation.
Peyton, what has been the most important lesson you have learned during your time at West Point?
Peyton: Value people. Every person brings something different to the team, and every person has a story and deserves to be valued. Own your mistakes. Everyone will fail in life at some point, and the best thing you can do is accept complete responsibility for those mistakes and learn from them.
Tristan, you played four years of college football while at Mississippi State. What lessons did you learn while balancing collegiate academics and athletics?
Tristan: I learned to work with people from all over the world in a team setting to achieve a greater goal. I also cultivated strict time management skills. On any given night, I would be watching game films preparing to play Alabama or Louisiana State University, and a few hours later I would be studying for a thermodynamics exam.
Tristan, what led you to your current position with Yates Construction?
Tristan: During my time in college, I completed an internship with Yates, a company based out of Philadelphia, Mississippi. I quickly fell in love with the construction industry, where I used my engineering skills to coordinate design through 3-D modeling and managed different aspects of a project. Upon completing my internship, I accepted a full-time job, and I am currently working as an assistant project manager with Yates in Nashville.
What did you enjoy most about your high school experience?
Peyton: High school football was my favorite thing about high school. We still have the best record and season in Centennial High football history. I have been a part of football teams on all levels, but there was truly nothing like taking the field with your best friends on Friday nights. I became close with all my teammates, especially the ones in the Class of 2016. My coaches and I keep in touch to this day, and I hope to get them to my graduation this spring barring COVID.
Tristan: My favorite thing about my high school experience was the people. During my time at Centennial High, we had a very close-knit community. I had amazing teachers and coaches who poured into my life daily and lifelong friends who are still my best friends to this day, even after going our separate ways.
What WCS teacher made a difference in your life and how?
Peyton: Many WCS teachers played a large role in the development of the man I am today. I would love to mention them all. Dr. Patrick Boyd, principal of Centennial High while I was there, always cared so much about his students. He was very involved with the football team, and I would run into him often. When I started to pursue West Point, he told me about his journey as an officer in the United States Army. Things look a lot different for both of us now. He is the principal of Woodland Middle, and I am now a senior at West Point about to embark on my journey as an officer in the Army. Through every step of my West Point career, Dr. Boyd has been giving me advice, encouraging me and checking in. I recently found out that he was stationed at Fort Hood, which will be my first duty station.
Diane Shockey, my second-grade teacher at Sunset Elementary, is someone I will remember for the rest of my life. She taught us early on how to respect and why we should respect each other. I have carried these basic principles with me throughout my life thus far.
Tim Sawyer and Wade Roberts were two male figures at Centennial High I really looked up to. Mr. Sawyer led the drafting and architecture program. He instilled in me the passion and desire to study engineering. He really loved his students and had so much knowledge of the topics and how to solve complex problems. I have continued to study civil engineering at West Point and work directly with the United States Army Corps of Engineers. Mr. Roberts made physics fun. I am convinced a big reason I love physics to this day is due to Mr. Roberts. He really prepared me for the physics and engineering courses I've taken in college. I have a lot of respect for both men.
Tristan: I can't choose just one. Tim Sawyer, my engineering and architecture teacher at Centennial High, instilled in me a passion that made me study engineering in college. I continue to use skills I learned in his classroom at my full-time job in construction. Wade Roberts, my physics teacher, taught his class in a way that truly changed how I analyzed and solved problems. His style of instruction and many fascinating lab experiments instilled in me a unique attention to detail. I always felt a step ahead because of the skills I learned in his class.
Do you have any advice for current WCS students?
Peyton: Don't take your education for granted. WCS will truly set you up for success if you are willing to work hard and learn. Build relationships and remember no goal is ever out of reach. You will remember your friends from WCS forever, whether you end up living in Williamson County or traveling around the world.
Tristan: WCS has the resources to assist you, so dream big. Find something you are passionate about and get involved. Find a club, sport or group of students who share your interest. I was able to fulfill my dream of playing college football while earning an engineering degree, and I continue to live out my dream every day by building structures that are changing Nashville's skyline forever. It all started as a first-grade Pioneer at Crockett Elementary.