Senate Resolution No. by Senator Owen 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 elite global competition featured top teams from various countries, and the Reef Renegades, consisting of six first-time competitors, showcased their innovation, teamwork, and engineering skills. Their success is attributed to the guidance of dedicated coaches and the school's long-standing commitment to promoting science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education since 2012.

The resolution highlights the significance of the SeaPerch program, which encourages students to engage in hands-on underwater robotics, fostering critical thinking and real-world problem-solving skills. The Reef Renegades' performance not only brings pride to Louisiana but also serves as an inspiration for students across the state to pursue excellence in STEM disciplines. The Senate extends its congratulations and best wishes for the team's future endeavors, emphasizing the importance of investing in educational programs that prepare young minds for future challenges in science and engineering.