On Constitution Day, Centennial High School’s Criminal Justice students stepped out of the classroom and into the St. Lucie County courthouse for a firsthand look at the judicial system. Students were introduced to the wide range of careers that make up the courtroom workgroup, gaining insight into the roles and responsibilities of the professionals who keep our justice system running. Throughout the day, they interacted directly with judges, attorneys, and other legal professionals who shared their career paths and answered questions about the profession. The highlight of the experience was a mock trial and appellate argument, where students argued positions, … Read More

Fairlawn Elementary was filled with smiles, hugs, and special memories as we celebrated Grandparents Day with two wonderful days of grandparents’ lunches! This special celebration gave our students the opportunity to share a meal and spend quality time with some of the most important people in their lives. To accommodate all of our wonderful families, Grandparents Day was celebrated over two days. On Monday, our kindergarten, third-grade, and fourth-grade students welcomed their grandparents and special guests to campus for lunch. On Tuesday, it was the turn of our first-, second-, and fifth-grade students to enjoy this special time together. The … Read More

On September 11, St. Lucie West Centennial High School NJROTC cadets gathered at the school’s flagpole to honor and remember the victims, first responders, and families affected by the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. Twenty-five years ago, 19 terrorists associated with al-Qaeda hijacked four commercial airplanes in a coordinated attack against the United States. Two aircraft were flown into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City, a third struck the Pentagon in Arlington, Virginia, and a fourth, United Airlines Flight 93, crashed near Shanksville, Pennsylvania, after passengers and crew members fought back against the … Read More

PPK8 kindergarten families had the opportunity to step into their child’s shoes by sitting in student seats and experiencing a little bit of what kindergarten is all about. Parents learned about our kindergarten curriculum, explored UFLI reading instruction, and gained a better understanding of kindergarten expectations. The best part? Families went home with new knowledge and a collection of books so their young readers can continue practicing and building their skills at home.  Thank you to our amazing kindergarten team for helping families feel informed, supported, and excited for a successful school year. We look forward to partnering with our … Read More

On Friday, September 18, 2026, the Port St. Lucie High School Jaguar Battalion participated in the POW/MIA ceremony at the Veterans Memorial Park at 6 pm to pay tribute to Prisoners of War (POW) and those Missing in Action (MIA). The event was conducted to honor and show respect to the sacrifices of service members who never returned home. Cadets stood in formation, held a candlelight vigil in honor of the POW/MIA, presented the colors, and took part in a solemn tribute that reminded the community of the bravery and sacrifices of all our American service members. The cadets-maintained discipline … Read More

Palm Pointe’s fifth-grade teachers welcomed families into their classrooms for our Parent and Family Engagement event, “Coffee and Content.” Over coffee and conversation, families learned more about fifth-grade expectations, student goals, and the milestones ahead this year. Teachers also shared helpful resources and practical strategies families can use at home to support continued academic success. It was a wonderful morning of connection, collaboration, and shared purpose.  Students in attendance spent some time in the Content Cafe working on art and puzzles while their parents were engaged in learning.  Thank you to our fifth-grade team for hosting such a welcoming event, … Read More

St. Lucie West K8 Sharks in Mrs. Schettini’s AMP class started a new routine today called Building a Thinking Classroom. Students are randomly grouped and work collaboratively to solve problems. Today, they were challenged to find all the possible ways to arrange 24 carpet squares into equal arrays. Each member of the group is encouraged to contribute and have a voice in the discussion. Students listen to one another, share observations, and learn from the strategies used by other groups. This engaging activity helps get their brains ready for the day’s learning while also building a strong sense of classroom … Read More

Port St. Lucie High School Army JROTC proudly recognizes two Cadets from each Company as our Cadets of the Month. Alpha Company – LET 1: Anabella Bernal and LET 3: Lee-Anne Jean-Francois Bravo Company – LET 2: Sean Michell and LET 1: Mailee Belliard, Charlie Company – LET 2: Julieta Rodriguez and LET 1: Jayden Paucar Delta Company – LET 1: Yarely Avalos-Agustin and LET 2: Gabriel Millet-Mendez This recognition is awarded to Cadets who exemplify the highest standards of leadership, character, service, and dedication to the Army JROTC mission. Through their commitment to the Jaguar Battalion, these Cadets have consistently … Read More

At Forest Grove Middle School, Fridays are a special time for our school community to come together through reading. During homeroom, students and staff participate in DEAR Fridays, which stands for “Drop Everything and Read.” Across our campus, classrooms are filled with students, teachers, and staff members enjoying their favorite books and becoming immersed in the joy of reading. DEAR Fridays are more than just a dedicated reading time. They reflect our commitment to fostering a culture of literacy and lifelong learning. By setting aside time each week to read, we demonstrate the importance of reading as a foundational skill … Read More

Fairlawn Elementary is growing something exciting this year—a brand-new Gardening Club! This wonderful new group gives students the opportunity to get outside, get their hands dirty, and learn all about the amazing world of plants and gardening. Each week, students participate in engaging gardening lessons where they learn about plants, soil, seeds, and what it takes to help a garden grow. They also spend time working in our school garden, putting their new knowledge and skills into action. Through these hands-on experiences, students are learning about responsibility, teamwork, patience, and the importance of caring for our environment. The Gardening Club … Read More

Palm Pointe students and staff showed their Rocket pride as we kicked off football season with a fun-filled Jersey Day and a special Rocket Concession celebration for faculty and staff. Students and employees alike proudly wore their favorite team jerseys, bringing energy and school spirit to campus. To celebrate the season and recognize the incredible dedication of our team, faculty and staff enjoyed a Rocket Concession as a small token of appreciation for the work they do each day to support student success. The event provided an opportunity to connect, build community, and celebrate the amazing people who make Palm … Read More

Congratulations to the SLW Centennial NJROTC Academic Team! They competed in the BOCA Brain Brawl Academic Competition on Saturday, September 19th, 2026, against 16 other NJROTC teams. Team Alpha consisted of c/LCDR Brandon Ramirez, c/CPO Eli Ross, c/SR Obadiah Mildor and c/SN Darryen Noel. The Bravo Team consisted of c/PO1 Andrew Witz-Schaffer, c/SCPO Brody Nestler, c/PO1 Zoey Fletcher, c/PO3 Kayleigh Huff, and c/SR Naima Marquez.   Both teams qualified for the finals and they came in 1st and 2nd Place!   Team Bravo came home with the 1st place trophy while Team Alpha finished right behind them and won the … Read More

This week, students in Mrs. Maxwell’s fifth-grade class at Weatherbee Elementary put their math skills into action with an engaging game of People Bingo—math style! Students began by solving a series of math problems involving important fifth-grade skills, including adding fractions, order of operations, and multiplication and division of whole numbers. Their solutions became clues on their individual bingo cards. Then the real fun began! Students moved around the classroom, collaborating and communicating with classmates to find peers who matched each clue. The goal was to complete four spaces in a row for Bingo! This activity was a great example of learning that is … Read More

National Wildlife Federation (NWF), America’s largest wildlife conservation and education organization, is pleased to recognize that Lakewood Park Elementary School in Fort Pierce has successfully created a Certified Schoolyard Habitat® through its Garden for Wildlife® program. Lakewood Park Elementary has joined with over 11,000 schools nationwide that have transformed their schoolyards into thriving wildlife habitats that provide essential elements all wildlife need: natural food sources, clean water, cover, and places to raise young. The habitat also serves as an outdoor classroom where students can engage in cross-curricular learning in a hands-on way. “We are excited to have another school join … Read More

Southport Middle School proudly launched its All Pro Dads program last week, and our first meeting was everything we hoped it would be. Dads, father figures, and their students filled the room to share breakfast, play games, and simply enjoy time together. The activities were built around connection and conversation starters that got fathers and children laughing, competing, and listening to one another. The most powerful moment came when each dad turned to his child and said why he was proud of him or her. Students heard specific words of affirmation about their effort, their kindness, their growth, their courage … Read More

Southern Oaks Middle School Presents: Hawk Academy Southern Oaks Middle School proudly launched Hawk Academy, our in-house professional learning series built by teachers, for teachers. Our very first session of the 2026–2027 school year kicked off this year’s professional learning series on Thursday, September 10th, held during teachers’ scheduled planning periods in the Media Center, with the topic “Accountable Talk” — building meaningful, evidence-based student discourse in every classroom. Teachers walked away with quick, actionable strategies to get students talking and listening critically, ready-to-use sentence stems and discussion protocols, and a chance to collaborate and connect with colleagues. As the flyer … Read More

Ms. Selinsky’s 6th Grade Accelerated Math classes at St. Lucie West K8 was “lost at sea” and challenged to use their knowledge of integers and absolute value to survive. Students collaborated and traveled from station to station, solving real-world mathematical problems, analyzing positive and negative quantities, and determining distances from zero to unlock their path to rescue. Through movement, collaboration, and critical thinking, students strengthened their understanding of integer operations and the distance of numbers from zero while proving that mathematics is an essential tool for problem-solving both in and out of the classroom. Way to go, Math Sharks keep … Read More