Month: September 2025

Ms. Jacob’s fifth-grade science students are currently delving into the fascinating world of Earth and Space. Through collaborative learning activities, they have explored how gravity and energy shape the formation of galaxies, including the Milky Way, stars, the Solar System, and Earth. Utilizing various materials, the students created a model of a galaxy, which enhanced their comprehension of its components, such as gas, dust, and numerous stars along with their orbiting objects. This hands-on experience has kept the students actively engaged while they identified and understood the essential elements within a galaxy. Science inquiry is an intricate and dynamic process. … Read More

Our Jaguar Battalion would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the National Guard for their generous contribution to our JROTC program. Their support has made a tremendous impact on our cadets and the opportunities we are able to provide. With their donation, we were able to rewrap our JROTC trailer, giving it a fresh new look that proudly represents who we are as a battalion. This trailer not only serves as transportation for our equipment but also as a moving symbol of our program’s pride and professionalism wherever we go. The National Guard’s generosity shows their commitment to … Read More

St. Lucie West K8 students in Mrs. Howard’s 6th-grade ELA classes dove into plot structure by color-coding key elements within a text. This hands-on activity challenged them to identify and label exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution. By visually mapping these components, students gained a deeper understanding of how narrative arcs develop and create engaging stories. Their dedication to dissecting the plot diagram was evident, showcasing excellent reading comprehension and analytical skills. The 6th-grade Sharks truly excelled in this engaging lesson while strengthening their critical thinking skills. At Shark Nation, we encourage students to keep reading and thriving! … Read More

SLWK8 Sharks were elated to explore their boundless curiosity. Ms. Paries’ third graders transformed into expert detectives on a mission to find relevant details that supported the central idea. Each page, a potential clue! The room buzzed with focused energy and collaboration as they hunted for textual evidence with colorful highlighters. Snippets of sentences, eye-catching images, and intriguing captions – all meticulously examined. While working together, students were able to compare findings and discuss text evidence. They also paid close attention to text features. At St. Lucie West K8, our Sharks continue to sharpen their critical thinking skills by utilizing … Read More

On Monday, August 25, students in Ms. Baechle’s 5th-period class rolled up their sleeves for a deliciously hands-on culinary experience. As part of their ongoing curriculum focused on essential life and employment skills, students learned how to prepare donuts using biscuit dough—a simple yet effective introduction to basic cooking techniques. The activity included crafting both vanilla and chocolate glazes from scratch, allowing students to explore flavor combinations and practice measuring, mixing, and timing. Adding a special touch to the day, Ms. Renda shared her own homemade ricotta donuts with the class, offering students a taste of a more advanced recipe … Read More

Treasure Coast High School proudly recognizes Chef Fink from the Culinary Department for her exceptional dedication to student success. Beyond her classroom responsibilities, Chef Fink actively engages in after-school programs that provide students opportunities to excel in the culinary arts. Chef Fink is currently mentoring the school’s 2025-26 Sunshine Kitchen contestant, who will compete in the annual Sunshine Kitchen Cookoff on October 28th. The school community looks forward to supporting their talented student chef at this prestigious competition. In addition to her culinary expertise, Chef Fink serves as assistant bowling coach alongside Coach D. Harris. Recently, she celebrated with the … Read More

At Southport Middle School, Mr. Guntow’s STEM students begin their engineering journey by designing and building bridges, blending creativity with structural principles. This hands-on project introduces them to key engineering concepts such as tension, compression, and load distribution. Students collaborate in teams to brainstorm, sketch, and construct bridge models using various materials. Through trial and error, they refine their designs, learning the importance of precision and problem-solving. The experience fosters critical thinking and encourages innovation, laying a strong foundation for future STEM studies. By the end of the unit, students not only understand bridge mechanics but also gain confidence in … Read More

We are proud to announce that Morningside Elementary has been recognized as a PBIS Gold Model School, a prestigious honor that reflects the hard work and commitment of our entire school community. This recognition celebrates the incredible teamwork of our students, staff, and families who make Morningside a place where positive behavior and learning thrive. Through our strong Single School Culture, Blue Bucks rewards, which are spent at the PBIS store, fun PBIS events such as Hat Day and a carnival, teacher treasure boxes are always a positive reward within the classroom, and our commitment to living out S.O.A.R. expectations, … Read More

On September 6, 2025, the Lincoln Park Academy Chorus, Encore, had the distinct honor of performing at the ribbon-cutting and grand opening ceremony for the new TD Bank in Fort Pierce. This community-centered event marked the introduction of a financial institution committed to serving and uplifting our local neighborhoods. The ceremony was attended by several distinguished guests, including the Regional Manager overseeing all TD Bank branches in Southeastern Florida—a proud alumnus of Lincoln Park Academy. Our students represented LPA with exceptional poise and artistry. Their performance was nothing short of remarkable, especially considering the limited rehearsal time since the start … Read More

Chef Cindy Swertfager was thrilled to receive the Rachel Ray Grow Grant to enhance the culinary experience for students in the Culinary 1/2 classroom. This generous grant of five thousand dollars has enabled us to make significant strides towards transforming our culinary classroom into a dual-purpose classroom and kitchen lab, equipped with modern, professional-grade equipment. After Pictures Before Pictures The grant funds were promptly utilized to purchase essential equipment to elevate our culinary classroom. With the awarded funds, we successfully acquired: Nine Metal Prep Tables: These tables have provided ample space for students to work on their culinary creations, promoting … Read More

5th-grade students at Lakewood Park Elementary had such a fun and engaging time stepping into the roles of customers and restaurant servers while practicing adding and subtracting decimals! This real-world math activity gave students the chance to apply their skills in a hands-on way, making learning both exciting and meaningful.  Each student had the opportunity to play the role of a guest at the restaurant, ordering and ensuring to keep their bill under $20 for an appetizer, entrée, and dessert.  Students also stepped into the role of the server, filling out checks and giving out appropriate change to each guest.  … Read More

Each week, TCHS recognizes a different 9th-grade student as Titan of the Week. Students are nominated by their Leadership Techniques teacher based on the 9th-grade Academy Expectations: Engage in behaviors and choices aligned with school expectations Establish ownership of personal and academic goals Demonstrate proficiency/gains on FAST, EOC’s and other assessments Learn and show Titan pride while connecting with a caring adult Be involved Dr. Snow shared about Gianna: Recognized for: Exemplary engagement, leadership, and school spirit Gianna Alejo consistently demonstrates behaviors and choices that reflect Titan values. She actively participates in class discussions, engages deeply with lessons, and shows a genuine desire to … Read More

Eagle Culture Day at St. Lucie West Centennial High School was a huge success! Our auditorium was filled with students for exciting grade-level assemblies packed with energy and important information. Students learned about school-wide expectations, graduation requirements, and all the fun ahead, including Spirit Week. The day opened with a moving presentation of the colors by our outstanding JROTC Color Guard and closed with an unforgettable performance by our talented band, cheerleaders, and dance team. The atmosphere was electric, and Eagle pride could be felt everywhere. Here’s to a strong start, endless opportunities, and a successful year ahead. We are … Read More

The Gallery of Excellence Award is for all yearbooks submitted for Walsworth’s review. If it meets quality standards, the book is entered into the Gallery of Excellence. The Gallery is used for inspiration for schools and can be accessed by all schools via walsworthyearbooks.com. This is the first time Fort Pierce Central and Mrs. Emily Royo-Yeno have won this award! Editor in Chief (EIC) was Angelina Eric (12) for the 2025 Yearbook: ALL THAT TALK, all talked out. All staff who worked on 2025 and who have returned 2026: Vincent Robinson (12) Current EIC Olivia Guthrie (12) Mia Reyes (12) … Read More

What a beautiful morning for our Jaguars! Port St. Lucie High School’s Class of 2026 officially kicked off their senior year with a memorable Senior Sunrise event this past Saturday, September 30th. It was a perfect day for our students to gather and celebrate the start of their final year together. The morning began with a breathtaking sunrise, a symbolic moment as they reflected on their journey so far and looked ahead to the future. It was a time for friends to share laughs, make new memories, and take some amazing photos against the stunning backdrop of the rising sun. … Read More