May 22, 2017 – LucieLink

Know the Warning Signs

May 22, 2017 By Lydia Martin

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Trying to tell the difference between what expected behaviors are and what might be the signs of a mental illness isn’t always easy. There’s no easy test that can let someone know if there is mental illness or if actions and thoughts might be typical behaviors of a person or the result of a physical illness.Each illness has its own symptoms, but common signs of mental illness in adults and adolescents can include the following: Excessive worrying or fear Feeling excessively sad or low Confused thinking or problems concentrating and learning Extreme mood changes, … Read More

FLORIDA TEEN WINS TOP AWARD AMONG YOUTH ADVOCATES WORKING AGAINST TOBACCO

May 22, 2017 By Lydia Martin

Nicolas Suarez, a St. Lucie Public Schools high school student and Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) youth advocate, was named the South Region Youth Advocate of the Year by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids. This is one of the highest awards among the country’s top youth advocates working against tobacco. Nicolas was honored in Washington, D.C. on May 10 along with three U.S. regional winners, a group winner, and a national winner. More than 400 public health, political, civic and business leaders attended the 21st annual Youth Advocates of the Year Awards Gala to recognize these young leaders. The Youth … Read More

FLORIDA TEEN WINS TOP AWARD AMONG YOUTH ADVOCATES WORKING AGAINST TOBACCO

May 22, 2017 By Lydia Martin

Tallahassee, Fla.—Nicolas Suarez, a St. Lucie County high school student and Students Working Against Tobacco (SWAT) youth advocate, was named the South Region Youth Advocate of the Year by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids. This is one of the highest awards among the country’s top youth advocates working against tobacco. Nicolas was honored in Washington, D.C. on May 10 along with three U.S. regional winners, a group winner, and a national winner. More than 400 public health, political, civic and business leaders attended the 21st annual Youth Advocates of the Year Awards Gala to recognize these young leaders. The Youth … Read More

Tune in to Congratulate the Class of 2017

May 22, 2017 By Lydia Martin

Graduation Ceremonies are scheduled for this week and next, and each can be viewed on YouTube and the St. Lucie Public Schools Education Channel. To locate the YouTube link, simply go to www.stlucieschools.org (St. Lucie Public Schools homepage) and click on the link under Announcements labeled “Graduation Ceremonies.” The St. Lucie Public Schools Education Channel (WLX-TV) can be found on: PSL Comcast channel 19 Ft. Pierce Comcast channel 13 AT&T U-Verse channel 99 HomeTown Cable channel 19 LifeStream channel 65 Ft. Pierce Central High School 8:30 am on May 23, 2017 at the Fair Grounds Treasure Coast High School 2:00 pm on … Read More

Positive Trends Continue for Third Grade ELA Scores

May 22, 2017 By Lydia Martin

The Florida Department of Education released the Grade 3 ELA Scores, and the percent of Grade 3 students in St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) continues to rise with scores increasing another three percent this year. Eighteen SLPS had a higher percentage of students with satisfactory scores over last year’s results. Allapattah Flats K-8, Floresta Elementary, Lawnwood Elementary, Mariposa Elementary, and Palm Pointe Research School at Tradition realized double-digit gains, and almost half of the schools exceeded the State average with students scoring in the satisfactory range. “The gauge is moving in the right direction for early literacy, and we recognize … Read More

Centennial Student One Step Closer to Olympic Medal

May 22, 2017 By Sandra Oliveira

Kailey McKnight tried out for Team USA Volleyball. Tryouts were held in 32 cities across the United States, and this Centennial Eagle was one of fifty-five girls selected to move to the next level of competition. Kailey will compete with the best this summer as part of USA Volleyball HP (High Performance) A1 National Select Training Team. We are very excited and proud of Kailey. Congratulations Kailey!

Youth Symposium

May 22, 2017 By Lydia Martin

Restoring the Village Youth Symposium – FREE for K – 12 Students June 9 – Lincoln Park Academy Registration Open from 9 AM – 10 AM

Cook-Off Champion

May 22, 2017 By Lydia Martin

The 2017 “Fresh from Florida” Student Chef Cook-Off champions announcement from the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services brought cheers from students and staff at Fort Pierce Westwood High School. ProStart student Sheldon Riley placed second with his Southwestern Chicken and Orzo Salad. The competition included students in grades nine through 12 from across the state who were challenged to prepare original dishes featuring at least one Florida-grown fruit or vegetable for a panel of judges. Recipes from the top five finalists will be converted into school meal service portions and accessible to sponsors throughout the state. “A healthy diet … Read More

SLW Centennial High School Early Childhood Academy Students Pass Statewide Training Course

May 22, 2017 By Sandra Oliveira

Congratulations to all of the early childhood students who passed their 40-hour DCF statewide training course for all childcare workers in the Florida. Mrs. Wester and Mrs. Serynek took 60 students to IRSC on May 9 to take this test. As a result of passing this exam, students also have an opportunity to work with young children in the Eagles Nest Preschool on the campus of SLW Centennial High School. This is an excellent CTE program in our county providing great opportunities for our students.

SLPS Donates to Grace Packs

May 22, 2017 By Lydia Martin

On behalf of the SLPS District Office Events Committee, $500 was donated to Grace Packs. Laura Klosterman and Lisa Ferrick from Grace Packs accepted the gift on behalf of the nonprofit organization that provides students and their families with weekend food source packages.