Year: 2016

St. Lucie Public Schools Takes Seat On ACDA Board

July 7, 2016 By Lydia Martin

ST. LUCIE COUNTY – Darren Frymoyer, senior area specialist within the Child Nutrition Services Department of St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS), was installed onto the America Commodity Distribution Association (ACDA) Board of Directors. He will represent all U.S. public school districts as the fellow School District Recipient Agent. In this role, he will be responsible for being a voice to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), along with all stakeholders, in providing healthy choices regarding USDA Foods that impact all public school children throughout our nation. SLPS Director of Child Nutrition Services Deborah Wuest said, “It is an honor … Read More

Titan Musicians Prove Themselves as Leaders

July 6, 2016 By Lydia Martin

In what has become an annual tradition, the Treasure Coast High School (TCHS) Titan Band Executive Leadership Team participated in a leadership workshop at Penny’s Band Camp.  In mid-June, Eckerd College in St. Petersburg hosted this well respected four-day camp which has been training student leaders since 1972.  Students from across Florida as well as from other states attended this camp to develop the skills necessary to lead their peers and their band programs to a successful year. The Titan band leaders collaborated with others to learn about the strengths of different band programs and to gain ideas for enhancing … Read More

Titan Musicians Prove Themselves as Leaders

July 6, 2016 By Lydia Martin

ST. LUCIE COUNTY —  In what has become an annual tradition, the Treasure Coast High School (TCHS) Titan Band Executive Leadership Team participated in a leadership workshop at Penny’s Band Camp.  In mid-June, Eckerd College in St. Petersburg hosted this well respected four-day camp which has been training student leaders since 1972.  Students from across Florida as well as from other states attended this camp to develop the skills necessary to lead their peers and their band programs to a successful year. The Titan band leaders collaborated with others to learn about the strengths of different band programs and to … Read More

St. Lucie Public Schools Names New Principals

July 5, 2016 By Lydia Martin

ST. LUCIE COUNTY – According to St. Lucie Public Schools Superintendent E. Wayne Gent, “Effective school leadership is paramount to the overall success of a school and to the success of a thriving school district.  That is why we take such care in identifying leaders who have a strong belief system that fosters support for high quality instruction and high expectations that all students can learn at high levels.”  Gent named the following individuals as new St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) principals for the coming school year:  Keith Davis (Performance Based Preparatory Academy), Adrian Ocampo (Port St. Lucie High School), … Read More

St. Lucie Public Schools Is Recognized as a Florida Healthy School District

July 5, 2016 By Lydia Martin

ST. LUCIE COUNTY – St. Lucie Public Schools Superintendent E. Wayne Gent received notification from the Florida Association of District School Superintendents (FADSS) that the District is recognized as a Florida Healthy School District for the period of 2016-2018. The Florida Coordinated School Health Partnership (CSHP) and Florida Action for Healthy Kids (FLAFHK) congratulated St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) for its continued efforts to support the physical, mental and social health of students and staff. “In keeping with Florida’s vision for our children to be healthy, fit, and ready to learn, we strive to be exceptional in creating healthy teaching … Read More

Florida Healthy School District

July 5, 2016 By Lydia Martin

St. Lucie Public Schools Superintendent E. Wayne Gent received notification from the Florida Association of District School Superintendents (FADSS) that the District is recognized as a Florida Healthy School District for the period of 2016-2018. The Florida Coordinated School Health Partnership (CSHP) and Florida Action for Healthy Kids (FLAFHK) congratulated St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) for its continued efforts to support the physical, mental and social health of students and staff. “In keeping with Florida’s vision for our children to be healthy, fit, and ready to learn, we strive to be exceptional in creating healthy teaching and learning environments to … Read More

St. Lucie Public Schools Names New Principals

July 1, 2016 By Lydia Martin

ST. LUCIE COUNTY – According to St. Lucie Public Schools Superintendent E. Wayne Gent, “Effective school leadership is paramount to the overall success of a school and to the success of a thriving school district.  That is why we take such care in identifying leaders who have a strong belief system that fosters support for high quality instruction and high expectations that all students can learn at high levels.”  Gent named the following individuals as new St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) principals for the coming school year:  Keith Davis (Performance Based Preparatory Academy), Adrian Ocampo (Port St. Lucie High School), … Read More

Pledge To Read Every Day

June 28, 2016 By Lydia Martin

Ready to pick a book, Set to read every day, Read this summer for Success next year! Join students all across Florida as they take on the Summer Literacy Adventure Challenge and pledge to read every day. Set a personal goal, work to accomplish it and strive for success!

First Beta Chapter at Palm Pointe

June 27, 2016 By Roberta Farrell

Fourth and Fifth grade students from Palm Pointe Educational Research School at Tradition were recognized as the first Beta Chapter.  Beta stands for promoting the ideals of academic achievement, character, service and leadership.  Students collected many items throughout the school year and donated them to several different charities. These students work hard each and every day and are leaders in the school. Tara Hearl, fourth grade teacher is the sponsor for the club and we appreciate her commitment to these students.  We are extremely proud of all that they have achieved this year and look forward to the club helping … Read More

Check Out Summer Slide Resources

June 27, 2016 By Lydia Martin

St. Lucie Public Schools Launches Summer Slide Program The summer months are upon us, and St. Lucie Public Schools is pleased to help your child continue to learn and grow throughout the summer. New this year, we are providing free academic resources to support students’ continued growth. The “Summer Slide” program includes engaging web-based resources for grades PreK through 12 available for use by students, parents, and community organizations any time and from any place. What is Summer Slide? It is the tendency for students to lose some of the achievement gains they made during the previous school year. The … Read More

SLPS Appreciates Volunteers

June 20, 2016 By Lydia Martin

A reception honoring volunteers throughout St. Lucie Public Schools has hosted by Martha Underwood, Volunteer Coordinator.  At the Board Meeting following this reception, Outstanding Volunteers of the Year for School Year 2015-16 were announced. The winner in the adult category was Mr. Samuel Rodriguez from Weatherbee Elementary. The senior category winner was Ms. Carolyn Christ from Windmill Point Elementary. The youth category winner was Jenna Pont from St. Lucie West K-8 School. We appreciate that wonderful partnership of our school volunteers!  

TCHS Participates in Skills USA

June 17, 2016 By Lydia Martin

Treasure Coast High School’s Criminal Justice and Biotechnology students competed at the SkillsUSA State Conference in Lakeland, Florida.  Students pictured, competed in a range of events from Career Pathways Showcase (Science and Public Safety) to Community Service. Students competing in Community Service, designed a fun way for everyone to get involved in a recycling program.  The group had a problem and came up with a solution that is innovative and good for the environment.  Students in Criminal Justice, Law and Public Safety developed a Crime Prevention Program.  The students addressed the problem within our community involving at-risk youth and the … Read More

Manatee Academy Moves to Project Citizen National Competition

June 15, 2016 By Lydia Martin

SLPS is proud to announce that Manatee Academy’s team project entitled “Keep Port St. Lucie Afloat” is advancing to the Project Citizen National Competition in Los Angeles. Prior to receiving this honor, St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) had a weighted and impressive showing at the state competition which boasted a total of six middle school projects. Of these six projects that advanced to the state level, three were from SLPS. Those three were teams from Southern Oaks Middle School, West Gate K-8 (recognized as a top finisher in the local competition), and Manatee Academy.

Summer Youth Reading Challenge

June 14, 2016 By Lydia Martin

Take Part in St. Lucie County’s Summer Youth Reading Challenge FORT PIERCE – The St. Lucie County Library System is excited to announce its 2016 Summer Reading Challenge: “On Your Mark, Get Set…Read!” The challenge runs Saturday, May 28 through Saturday, August 6. The library challenges every youth (grades K-5) in St. Lucie County to read at least 12 books or for 12 hours this summer. All youth who get halfway win free books, while everyone who completes the challenge will be awarded a Reader’s Medal and a voucher for two St. Lucie Mets tickets at Tradition Field in Port … Read More

Teacher Career Fair – June 28

June 13, 2016 By Lydia Martin

ST. LUCIE COUNTY — St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) invites exceptional teachers to apply for career opportunities during the Teacher Career Fair on Tuesday, June 28. School leaders will be available to discuss unique programs with qualified candidates from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM at West Gate K-8 School located at 1050 NW Cashmere Blvd. in Port Saint Lucie. If you want to make a difference in the life of a child, are dedicated to the process of continuous improvement in student achievement, and bring a strong sense of enthusiasm and connection to the philosophy that Failure Is Not an … Read More

Achievement Continues to Rise

June 10, 2016 By Lydia Martin

In a barrage of scores released by the Department of Education today, scores for St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) continue to climb as a testament to the overall growth and success of students in the District.  Superintendent E. Wayne Gent expressed his appreciation to the dedicated teachers, support staff, and school leaders for their focused efforts and for positively impacting students through quality instruction.  “We will continue our concentrated efforts on what is working well to support the academic growth of our students and enhance our instructional approaches in other areas so that all students are successful,” stated Gent. According … Read More

Positive Achievement Trends Continue for Students in St. Lucie Public Schools

June 10, 2016 By Lydia Martin

ST. LUCIE COUNTY – In a barrage of scores released by the Department of Education today, scores for St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) continue to climb as a testament to the overall growth and success of students in the District.  Superintendent E. Wayne Gent expressed his appreciation to the dedicated teachers, support staff, and school leaders for their focused efforts and for positively impacting students through quality instruction.  “We will continue our concentrated efforts on what is working well to support the academic growth of our students and enhance our instructional approaches in other areas so that all students are … Read More

Palm Pointe wins 2nd Place in State Mock Trial Competition

June 10, 2016 By Kathleen EMS

7th grade Civics students at Palm Pointe won 2nd place in the state in the 3rd annual FLREA mock trial competition. Students were given a case and had to write opening and closing statements, question and cross-examine witnesses, and then videotape their presentation of the case for submission. The students would like to thank Mrs. Oliveira (Centennial H.S. Law Academy) and Judge Narline Smartt (St. Lucie County Court) for their invaluable guidance and assistance.

SLPS Mobile App

June 5, 2016 By Lydia Martin

SLPS To Go Access SLPS news, updates and notifications, calendars, lunch menus, sports, and more at your fingertips with SLPS To Go, our free mobile app. Click to download or find out more about SLPS To Go