05/20/2026
North Central High School proudly recognized several outstanding students during this year’s Senior Awards Night. Among the evening’s top honors, Jasmine Cruz-Salinas and Cooper Quigley each received Top Academic Honors for their exceptional dedication, hard work, and academic excellence throughout the school year.
Cooper Quigley earned the distinction of Valedictorian for the North Central High School Class of 2026, while Jasmine Cruz-Salinas was recognized as Salutatorian for the graduating class. Their commitment to success both inside and outside the classroom reflects the high standards of North Central High School (NCHS) and the NCHS Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) program.
Capping off the evening was the presentation of the most prestigious honor awarded at North Central High School — the Bronze Knight Male and Female Award. This distinguished recognition is based not only on academic achievement, but also leadership, character, and overall impact on the school community. Selected through votes from the faculty and staff, this year’s Bronze Knight recipients were Jasmine Cruz-Salinas and Cooper Quigley.
Additionally, Jasmine Cruz-Salinas was recognized as the Top Cadet for School Year 2025–2026, highlighting her outstanding leadership, dedication, and service throughout the year. Jasmine is currently a member of the South Carolina National Guard and will complete her military training this summer before attending the University of South Carolina as part of the Army ROTC program. “Go Cocks”
Cooper Quigley officially received his appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point and will begin his journey this summer as a member of the “Long Gray Line.”
North Central High School and the NCHS JROTC program congratulate all students recognized during Senior Awards Night and celebrate their outstanding achievements and bright futures ahead. “Go Knights”
