Month: May 2023

  The SLW Centennial High School’s Navy JROTC “Black Talon” Company participated in the Do-You-Give-A-Ruck “Battle of the Branches” Veteran’s Benefit Obstacle Course on Saturday, April 29th, 2023. The event benefits veterans by donating non-perishable food items as well as provide housing for homeless veterans in the area. There were four “Black Talon” teams that participated. Alpha Team consisted of Sean Stewart, Jade Sikorski, Justin Lotak, and Peyton Mangine. Bravo Team consisted of Nikolas Raia, Daniel Sharpe, Ahlyis Medrano, and D’Andre Bramwell. Charlie Team consisted of Zachary Columbia, Kristian Claudio, Athaniel Morales, and Alesha Alexandre. Delta Team consisted of Mayreeana … Read More

Southern Oaks Middle School Math Boot Camp was a success! We had 72 students attend on Saturday, April 29th. Our SOMS’s math experts provided our students with short and focused math workshops to help our students improve their F.A.S.T. math skills. In addition, our students enjoyed grilled hotdogs, compliments of administration, to end the day with a celebration of their efforts and success on the upcoming state assessments. Thank you to all of our SOMS math experts for supporting our students. Hawks Soar!

FPC’s National Honor Society Honors Earth Day! The natural treasure of St. Lucie County, the Oxbow Eco Center proudly celebrated Earth Day 2023. With volunteers from all corners of the county, including Fort Pierce Central High School’s National Honor Society members, the event was a true tribute to caring for our corner of the globe. From set up to clean-up, volunteers took the time to do more than was asked by doing what was needed. Beyond giving back, NHS sets the example for our community to join in and do their part to keep St. Lucie County beautiful.

  The SLW Centennial High School’s Navy JROTC “Black Talon” Company provided a Full Service Honor Guard for a Senator Scott event that was hosted and held at the Meadowood Golf and Tennis Club in Port St. Lucie, Florida.  The event took place on Friday, April 28th, 2023.   The Honor Guard consisted of c/Lieutenant Jade Sikorski (Left Rifleman), c/Lieutenant Commander Aidan Rossell (Ensign Flagman and Color Guard Commander), c/Lieutenant Commander Nikolas Ramirez (Army Flagman), c/Senior Chief Petty Officer Sean Stewart (Marine Corps Flagman), c/Chief Petty Officer Justin Lotak (Navy Flagman), c/Petty Officer First Class Zachary Columbia (Air Force Flagman), … Read More

FFA members organized a spirit week filled with fun and festivities! Students sold ice cream treats during lunches to highlight the Florida Dairy Industry. FFA members also decked themselves out in blue & yellow to show their love for their club! They participated in “Ag-Olympics” to end the celebratory week!  

Students and staff at Manatee Academy hosted a Taylor’s Teddy Bear Drive. The students collected 1,733 Teddy Bears that were dispersed to our local agencies: St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Department, St. Lucie County Fire District, Port St. Lucie Police Department, and Fort Pierce Police Department. Taylor’s Teddy Bear, Inc. is a non-profit organization started by Taylor’s mother, Megan Bishop. Taylor was a 4-year-old boy who passed away two years ago near North Perry Airport during an airplane accident. The organization collects teddy bears donated by the public, which are then given to first responders to give to children to help … Read More

On April 25th, the Lincoln Park Academy Chorus participated in the Florida Vocal Association’s South State Choral Music Performance Assessments in North Palm Beach. The Women’s Chorale and the Women’s Advanced Choir, “Belle Voix” both received “SUPERIOR” ratings for their outstanding performances.  These performances concluded the FVA concert season and once again, the LPA Choral Department had a perfect “Superior” rated season with all of their performing ensembles. Congratulations to the following groups: LPA Women’s Ensemble “Rhapsody” (Superior Rating – District & State) LPA Women’s Chorale (Superior Rating – District & State) LPA “Belle Voix” (Superior Rating – District & State) … Read More

For its spring performance, Fort Pierce Central High School drama department proudly presented Harvard bound Elle Woods in Legally Blonde the Musical. Ms. Browning and her students make theater more than a class, performing arts credit, or scheduled elective. Students learn all aspects of stage performance, technical, and backstage craft. The Arts draw students into new opportunities to build skills and interests while revealing personal talents. The Arts have a place for everyone. FPC is proud to have talented artists on every stage, at every level pursuing their performance dreams. Backstage the fun was perfectly balanced with poise and purpose!

Cadets from the Westwood Army JROTC Raider Team travelled to the Florida Tech Challenge Course in Fellsmere, to compete in the annual “Battle of the Branches” Obstacle Course Run, which pits teams from all branches of the military against each other to see who can finish the 3.1 Mile/18-Obstacle Challenge Course the fastest. This year, the Westwood Team had the honor of winning the award for the Fastest JROTC Team. They received a team award of a hand-crafted wooden flag and trophy and a $1000 donation from the DYGAR organization. Huge praise to the following Cadets for toughing this course … Read More

Southern Oaks Middle School faculty and staff kicked off with a “Rock the Test” celebration to encourage our students as they begin the testing season. The SOMS family wore rock attire, wrote inspiring messages for our students located at the entrance of each building, and cheered our students throughout the entire day. We also had our SOMS band play the “HAWK chant” as students entered campus. It is a great day to be a HAWK! HAWKS SOAR!  

The Lincoln Park Academy Wind Symphony bids farewell to the graduating seniors as they participate in their April 2023 Finale Concert. Congratulations to our graduates: Jacob Andreacchio (Oboe), Anaiah Armah (Bass Trombone), Aaron Ash (Rhythm Guitar), Kieren Brown (Percussion), Nathaniel Castor (Steel Drums), Farzeen Chagani (Steel Drums), Daniela Gudino-Rios (Steel Drums), Garrett Hawley (Flute), Ian Hunter (Lead Trombone), Rhegan Jones (Clarinet/Saxophone), Eduardo Miranda (Saxophone), Aarya Patel (Bass Clarinet), and Luke Retutal (Flute/Piccolo). We wish you all the best on the next chapter of your journey. MAN I LOVE THIS BAND!

Ms. Henski’s kindergarten students are using manipulatives to represent addition and subtraction. They are also learning how to use their fingers and drawings to share their mathematical thinking.

On Saturday, April 22nd, students from the Port St. Lucie High School student government hosted a beach cleanup day, while inviting students from throughout campus to participate. Clean beaches and fun in the sun were had by all. This event was made possible by Mr. Austin, Mrs. Duenas, and Mrs. Martin.

The Westwood Army JROTC Program held its End of the Year Awards Ceremony to recognize the stellar performances of multiple Cadets.  10 external organizations attended the event to present awards to selected Cadets for their achievements in Leadership and Academics. Two of the awards given were scholarships. Congrats to the following young leaders from the Panther Battalion for winning the awards listed below: Military Officers Association of America Scholarship Award: Cadet Daisy Wartenberg Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship Award: Cadet Nicholas Hammett. AMVETS Award: Nathaniel Haney Korean War Veterans Association Award: Nathaniel Haney Special Forces Association Award: Ayden Gardner … Read More

Major Godfrey, Ms.Benton  and Ms. Witkamp joined ‘forces’ to bring Lakewood Park Elementary third graders and the Westwood JrROTC cadets together. Third graders planned for the visit by investigating what makes a good interview and preparing interview questions along with selecting books to ‘buddy read’ with the cadet he/she was paired with during their time together. After the ‘buddy read’ round robin, which gave students and cadets multiple opportunities to interview and ‘buddy read’, everyone came back for a debrief and Q&A. Third graders heard how important it is to be able to read and comprehend and cadets volunteered their … Read More