Month: November 2017

Students’ Visual Arts Talents Featured in NY Gallery Exhibition

November 30, 2017 By Lydia Martin

New York’s BFA Photography & Video School of Visual Arts selected the works of gifted student artists from Fort Pierce Central High School for an exhibit entitled 2017 America. Fourteen students from Ms. Heather Blackmon-Gordon’s classes have their works on display at the SVA Gramercy Gallery in New York City.  The total exhibit features a wide range of artistic perspectives from over 30 states. Blackmon-Gordon said about her students, “I enjoy giving them the opportunity to showcase their talents and compete at a national level.  Exhibitions such as this provide recognition for my students and the Visual Arts Program in … Read More

Students’ Visual Arts Talents Featured in NY Gallery Exhibition

November 30, 2017 By Lydia Martin

FORT PIERCE, FL –  New York’s BFA Photography & Video School of Visual Arts selected the works of gifted student artists from Fort Pierce Central High School for an exhibit entitled 2017 America. Fourteen students from Ms. Heather Blackmon-Gordon’s classes have their works on display at the SVA Gramercy Gallery in New York City.  The total exhibit features a wide range of artistic perspectives from over 30 states. Blackmon-Gordon said about her students, “I enjoy giving them the opportunity to showcase their talents and compete at a national level.  Exhibitions such as this provide recognition for my students and the … Read More

FGMS Advances in Samsung’s National STEAM Contest

November 30, 2017 By Lydia Martin

  FORT PIERCE, FL – Forest Grove Middle School moves on as a national finalist in Samsung’s Solve for Tomorrow Contest, a program that encourages students to solve real-world issues in their community using classroom skills in science, technology, engineering, arts and math (STEAM). Principal Monarae Miller-Buchanan stated that Ms. Cole’s 6th, 7th and 8th grade MOA Prep classroom is one of 255 national finalists chosen based on their STEAM proposal to address pollutants contributed by urban runoff that affects local waterways, Indian River Lagoon and the ocean. “Our students are passionate about applying their skills and challenging one another … Read More

WPSL Christmas Kids

November 27, 2017 By Lydia Martin

‘Tis the season for singing a joyful song. Seasonal performances including SLPS students can be seen and heard on WLX-TV,  on the St. Lucie Public Schools You Tube Channel, and on the St. Lucie Public Schools Facebook page. WLX-TV You Tube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3GKMqcIjbgqXb7XDy27uYw Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/stlucieschools/   The WPSL Christmas Kids Toy Drive is underway now to support children in our area.  To find out more about how you can make a donation, go to: http://www.wpslchristmaskids.com/

Thankful

November 27, 2017 By Lydia Martin

SLPS extends warm thanks to the Law Office of Jules-Toussaint, LLC in Port St. Lucie for sponsoring the donation of turkeys to many migrant families in our county.

PSLHS Parent Collaboration Night

November 27, 2017 By Lydia Martin

Parent Agency Collaboration Night Please plan to join with others at Port St. Lucie High School in the Media Center Thursday, December 7, 2017 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Information and Resources: Students with Disabilities  

Notice: FLVS Platform Briefly Unavailable Beginning December 1st

November 27, 2017 By Lydia Martin

FLVS Platform will be UNAVAILABLE Beginning Friday, December 1st at 8:00 PM. FLVS has been working diligently to move our learning management system, Educator, to a cloud-based infrastructure. By moving to the cloud, Educator will have higher reliability and increased mobile device compatibility which will improve our user experience. We will begin the migration of Educator on Friday, Dec. 1st. Educator will be unavailable starting at 8 PM on Friday, Dec. 1st and will be back up by 8 AM on Monday, Dec. 4th.  Students and parents have been notified through the Virtual School Administrator and their teachers.  We will … Read More

White City Elementary Students Pay Tribute to Armed Forces

November 27, 2017 By ASHLEY JEUNE

White City students are paying tribute to the members of the Armed Forces.  As a part of their writing instruction, students wrote letters and made cards to send to the members of our Armed Forces. Students took time to express their care, concern, and gratitude for those who serve and protect this great nation.    

FGMS Students Visit History Museum

November 27, 2017 By JOYCELYN COOPER

On Wednesday, November 15th, sixth grade world history students stepped back in time by taking a field trip to the St. Lucie Regional History Center. Students were excited to be joined by the new FGMS principal for the 2017-2018 school year, Mrs. Monarae Miller-Buchanan, and many staff members. All enjoyed seeing and hearing about the early Ais Indians, the later Seminole Tribe, artifacts and displays from the fishing industry, commerce and the furnished Gardner House. Many thanks to the St. Lucie Historical Society and to Nancy, employees, and volunteer staff at the museum.    

Here Comes the Bus App for Parents

November 20, 2017 By Lydia Martin

St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) is extending the adoption of an innovative mobile device app and website entitled Here Comes the Bus.  Five more schools are coming on board with this user friendly tool that allows parents and authorized caregivers to view the real-time location of their child’s school bus on a smartphone, tablet or computer. Transportation Director Don Carter explained that while five schools (Fort Pierce Magnet School of the Arts, Lawnwood Elementary, Mariposa Elementary, Savanna Ridge Elementary, and West Gate K-8) are included in the early phase of the roll-out plan, the District will continue to add additional … Read More

Thank You Community Partners

November 20, 2017 By Lydia Martin

West Gate K-8’s Hispanic Heritage Festival was a successful event thanks to the outpouring of community support from sponsors and attendees alike. The event provided an opportunity for festival participants to learn about Hispanic heritage, their community, and share goodwill to those in Puerto Rico who are in need of support.

A Day in the Life of a Nurse

November 20, 2017 By Lydia Martin

Students found out what it was like to be a nurse during a hospital tour at Tradition Medical Center in Port St. Lucie.  For these Port St. Lucie High School students, a day in the life of a nurse was a valuable experience.   To find out more about this annual opportunity for students in St. Lucie Public Schools Career and Technical Education Program, click on the link below for TCPalm article:   http://www.tcpalm.com/picture-gallery/news/local/st-lucie-county/2017/11/17/students-learn-from-nurses-at-tradition-medical-center-port-st-lucie/107786810/

Breakfast With Santa

November 20, 2017 By Lydia Martin

New Horizons Breakfast With Santa Free for Youth 17 and Under $5 for Adult or Bring an Unwrapped Gift Saturday, December 2 8 AM – Noon Mets Stadium/First Data Field Toys for Tots Toy Drive

Here Comes the Bus App for Parents

November 20, 2017 By Lydia Martin

ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FL – St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) is extending the adoption of an innovative mobile device app and website entitled Here Comes the Bus.  Five more schools are coming on board with this user friendly tool that allows parents and authorized caregivers to view the real-time location of their child’s school bus on a smartphone, tablet or computer. Transportation Director Don Carter explained that while five schools (Fort Pierce Magnet School of the Arts, Lawnwood Elementary, Mariposa Elementary, Savanna Ridge Elementary, and West Gate K-8) are included in the early phase of the roll-out plan, the District … Read More

Southport Middle School Rocks

November 20, 2017 By Angela Mas

Students at Southport Middle School celebrated World Kindness Day all week long. The National Junior Honor Society started each day with kindness quotes on the morning news show. They passed around kindness bracelets that included random acts of kindness. They also handed out kind cheerful notes to teachers and students throughout the week. To help celebrate World Kindness Day, students in Mrs. Dudash’s class painted rocks from the Smokey Mountains for fellow students to find and enjoy. Southport students believe that there is nothing better than getting random kind messages and the simple act of finding rocks make people smile … Read More

Happy Thanksgiving

November 17, 2017 By Lydia Martin

The aroma of baked goods fills the air as families and friends gather for the holidays. The same thing is taking place in our schools as our staff and students teach and learn about the season’s traditions.  We find many schools participating in food drives, hosting concerts, and enjoying special luncheons to welcome the season of Thanksgiving. Tuesday, November 21st is an early release day for students. Wednesday, November 22nd through Friday, November 24th are days designated as holidays for observance of the Thanksgiving Break. (Please note: 12-month personnel work on November 22nd.) Allapattah Flats administrators carve turkeys to serve … Read More

Culver’s Supports Education – December 6th

November 16, 2017 By Lydia Martin

Save the Date! The Education Foundation of St. Lucie and Culver’s in Tradition are partnering for a “Share Night” to benefit the Foundation. On Wednesday, December 6th from 4-8 PM, Culver’s will donate a portion of their receipts to the Education Foundation. Mention the Education Foundation when you order. Culver’s features delicious burgers and their famous custard-like ice cream.   Culver’s Location: 10770 SW Tradition Pkwy. Port St Lucie, FL 34987

How Would You Make Your City A Better Place?

November 15, 2017 By Lydia Martin

Calling all seventh graders!  We want to know how you would make your city a better place.  What would you do if you were mayor?  Share your ideas on how you would make your city a better place. Follow the guidelines for the essay contest below, and submit your entry prior to the deadline. You could be our next mayor!    

Student Perks Brewing Up Business

November 15, 2017 By Lydia Martin

A work skills opportunity that began percolating last year for students in the St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) Exceptional Student Education (ESE) program is brewing again this year with bold expectations.  On Tuesday, November 28, the student-run enterprise known as Student Perks will begin selling coffee, pastries, fresh fruit, and signature brand tumblers in a kiosk on the first floor breezeway of the Board of County Commissioners Administration Building located at 2300 Virginia Avenue in Fort Pierce. The grand re-opening is slated for 9 AM. Patrons working in the Administration Building as well as customers from the general public are … Read More