The Senate Resolution commends the Lake Castle Slidell Private School SeaPerch team, known as the "Reef Renegades," for their impressive achievement of securing third place in the obstacle course event at the 2025 International SeaPerch Challenge. This competition is a prestigious global event that showcases the talents of students from various countries, including China, Kuwait, and New Zealand. The team, comprised of six first-time competitors, demonstrated exceptional innovation, teamwork, and perseverance, which were further supported by their dedicated coaches. Their success highlights the importance of STEM education and the impact of hands-on learning experiences.
The resolution also acknowledges the school's long-standing commitment to promoting STEM initiatives through the SeaPerch program, which encourages students to engage in engineering and robotics. The Reef Renegades' accomplishment not only brings pride to Louisiana but also serves as an inspiration for other students in the state to pursue excellence in education and innovation. The Senate extends its best wishes for the team's future endeavors and plans to transmit a copy of the resolution to the school's principal, Brian J. Butera.