Month: October 2026

Ricardo is a hardworking and dedicated student who consistently puts forth his best effort in class. He earned his first certification in Culinary 1. He is now enrolled in both culinary 2 and 3 for his senior year. He is a positive role model and is working really hard to study for his final certification. In addition to his strong work ethic, he takes pride in assisting both of his instructors/chefs to setup/and/or clean up after a cooking lab. His responsibility, teamwork, and willingness to help others make him a valuable member of the class. After high school, his goal … Read More

Ms. McCargo’s Anatomy & Physiology class kicked off their study of “The Skeletal System” with an exciting day of learning! Students began by building their knowledge through focused note-taking and classroom discussion. Ms. McCargo then brought the lesson to life with hands-on activities featuring “OUR” skeleton, Mr. Bones, along with additional anatomical models. Students were able to see, touch, identify, and explore different bones while connecting what they learned in their notes to real-world examples. Anatomy & Physiology is an important first step for students interested in careers throughout the medical field. These dedicated students are building knowledge, gaining experience, … Read More

Ft. Pierce Westwood Academy’s Key Club had a busy week making a positive impact in our community! First, members spent an afternoon sorting food and nonperishable items at the Treasure Coast Food Bank. In addition to helping this important organization, students were excited to volunteer in its fantastic new facility and work together for a great cause. Then, on Saturday, several members spent the morning collecting trash along our Adopted Road, helping keep our community clean and beautiful. Key Club is already well on its way to surpassing the impressive 3,000+ volunteer hours earned last year. We are proud of … Read More

In a touching display of solidarity, members of the Fort Pierce Westwood and Legacy High School bands came together to honor the memory of Derek Phillips, an Iowa marching band student who tragically passed away from heat exhaustion following a football game last Friday. To pay tribute to their fellow musician, students across both programs wore yellow and black ribbons bearing the initials “DIFD” (Do It For Derek) and “LLD” (Long Live Derek). The heartfelt memorial also included matching yellow and black bracelets worn by many students, alongside a handmade “DIFD” sign proudly displayed to show their support. It was … Read More

On September 26, 2026, the Port St. Lucie High School Jaguar Battalion Raider Team proved their toughness at the Southfork Raider Meet. The cadets delivered an incredible display of skill and perseverance through the event’s demanding physical and tactical challenges. Their performance was a direct result of hard work and disciplined training. The team worked flawlessly together throughout the competition, demonstrating that exceptional teamwork was the core of their success. The meet highlighted their shared strength, discipline, and the unbreakable bond that defends the Jaguar Battalion every season, making the entire school proud of their commitment. The Male Team proudly … Read More