by LYNNE Gruszka | Dec 21, 2013 | School News
Northport K-8 students in Tracey Healy’s fifth grade class went back into time to enjoy a breakfast that would be relished during the American Revolution. Students mixed fresh popcorn with a drizzle of honey and some dried fruit served with milk to experience a touch of realism from the time period. The class participated in a DBQ, or Document Based Question, session that revolved around Colonial America and the Revolutionary War. Students participated in an in-depth study of Valley Forge and interpreted diary entries and excerpts from Thomas Payne’s book, “Common Sense!” Pictured, from left, are Adam Kirschenhofer, Sebastian Palomino, Jarred McNair and ESE Inclusion teacher Janice Kahn. Pictured is Ms. Healy leading a lesson on Valley Forge.
by LYNNE Gruszka | Dec 21, 2013 | School News
Northport K-8 School is extremely proud and honored to assist Big Brothers, Big Sisters of St. Lucie County begin the celebration of National Mentoring Month. Northport has an extensive and strong partnership with the organization and encourages the strong bonds and connections that can lift students to a higher level in both literacy and citizenship. Northport currently welcomes six Big Brothers, Big Sisters mentors along with case manager, Lauren Fowler, into the school to assist and support students with behavior skills and strategies. The school also has three AmeriCorps tutors who fall under the Big Brothers, Big Sisters umbrella, including program director, Jenna Stinnett, who service thirty three children in grades K-3 with literacy skills development. Northport has six students waiting for a special mentor, especially male role models for young boys. Anyone interested in volunteering for one hour per week to help change a child’s life for the better, forever, please contact Big Brothers, Big Sisters at 772-466-8535. Big Brothers, Big Sisters program, under the direction of CEO Judi Miller help the Northport community improve reading skills, increase attendance, promote self-esteem and promotion rates as well as boost academic performance. Pictured, back row from left, are Barbara Phenes, Kathy Cazabon, Denise Lubas and Lauren Fowler. Students in the front are Katelyn Knoch, from left, Jada Gunn and Maleah Brogan.
by SHANNON DOLAN | Dec 21, 2013 | School News
The students in Carolyn Bates’s first grade class at Lawnwood Elementary School are writing about literary characters using their collection of nutcrackers. Students recently took a field trip to The Sunrise Theatre in downtown Fort Pierce to see a production of The Nutcracker Ballet, and then wrote about their favorite moments adding illustrations and captions. The students then presented their writing to the rest of the class. Pictured are Ms. Bates and students in the class’ Writer’s Club.
by LYNNE Gruszka | Dec 21, 2013 | School News
Northport K-8 School Neon Navigators, a team of fun-loving, running enthusiasts, got together for a special 5K run called Color Vibe held recently at the Saint Lucie County fairgrounds. The colleagues and some of their children came together to run for charity and to simply have a wonderful time role modeling good health habits and the joy of completing the walk/run together. Pictured, from left, are former Northport instructor Liz Devereaux, Mary Ellsworth, Chris Prusa, Shana and Chris Cicio and their children, Principal Glenn Rustay, as well as Christine Santos Nurse, Nick and Jennifer Carey and their children.
by Roberta Farrell | Dec 21, 2013 | School News
Superintendent Genelle Yost read her favorite story, “The Polar Express,” to the second grade students at Palm Pointe Educational Research School @ Tradition recently. The students presented the superintendent with thank you cards they had created and asked her questions about when she was a little girl. It was a rewarding experience for the students. Pictured is Superintendent Yost reading to the students.
