Author: Candace Stone

This weekend LPA Theatre presented Footloose: The Musical! Wow!! Another amazing show from LPA Theatre! Footloose was absolutely brilliant and so fun! Loved to see all our great performers cutting loose on stage! Round of applause to the amazing cast for bringing the show to life! It was a toe-tapping good time for all.  

For the second year in a row, LPA high school students won first, second, and third place in the district Dr. Samuel S. Gaines Essay Contest. Senior Milani Carpenter won first place; freshman Arianna John won second place; and sophomore Madison Coloso took third. Congratulations to these students, and a special thanks to their teachers: Mrs. Melissa Cassella and Ms. Brienne Slocum.              

Congratulations to the following chorus students who participated in the Florida Vocal Association State Solo and Ensemble Music Performance Assessment which was held at Palm Beach Atlantic University. The results are as follows:  Angellesiea Cerda received a “Superior” rating for her remarkable solo performance!  Dalita DeCambre and Rayna Desmangles received a “Superior” rating for their stunning duet performance!  And finally, the LPA Women’s Ensemble received a “Superior rating with Distinction” the highest honor that choral ensembles can receive, for their astonishing choral performance!  The Women ‘s Ensemble consisted of the following choral students: Giselle Arana-Cisneros, Isabella Arana-Cisneros, Dann’Rose Beauvil, Danalee Bent-Rodriguez, … Read More

On April 4th, the LPA Science Bowl hosted their first CSI STEM Night. Students who attended investigated the case of the missing spirit stick. They analyzed fingerprints and fibers, used black lights to inspect the crime scene, and interrogated suspects – all to find the culprit who stole the spirit stick! School Resource Officers and the St. Lucie County CSI Unit also attended to help facilitate the investigation.        

 NJHS got a chance to learn all about advocacy. Members learned how to self-advocate for their personal ideas or beliefs. Members were also given insights on what it takes to advocate for a city and push for change.  📢💬 #AdvocacyRocks #MeetingTheMayor #CommunityVoice

At the 2024 Florida State Thespian Festival, troupe 6958 brought 8 individual events to compete with, and a one act. They came home with four excellents, four superiors, and top honors for their one act. 6958 got the pleasure of watching three main stages, watch other schools pieces, and take different workshops with Broadway professionals. Overall State Festival was an incredible learning experience for everyone who attended. LPA Theatre had an outstanding time at the state festival and can’t wait until next year!

Congratulations to the LPA High School Orchestra and Orchestra Director Laura Hopkins for achieving superior ratings at this year’s Music Performance Assessments, which took place a Vero Beach High School on March 12, 2024.

Congratulations to the Lincoln Park Academy Choral Department!! The Women’s Chorus “Premiere” and the advanced Women’s Chorus “Belle Voix” both received Straight Superior ratings at the Florida Vocal Association District 13 Choral Music Performance Assessments. They now move on to the State Music Performance Assessments along with the Women’s Ensemble, Duet (Dalita DeCambre and Rayna Desmangles), and Soloist Angellesiea Cerda.   State MPA will be held in North Palm Beach and West Palm Beach in April. Congratulations LPA Chorus on another successful concert season!

Mr. McGarry’s Ceramics students from Lincoln Park Academy joined forces with Centennial and Central High students to fight hunger in our community. They created over 30 ceramic pieces to add to the more than 200 items that sold in the fundraiser hosted by the Treasure Coast Food Bank. The event was a huge success with over $13,000 dollars raised, thanks to the combined efforts of our district art students, local businesses, and private donations.  

Congratulations to the Lincoln Park Academy Jazz Ensemble and Wind Ensemble for earning straight superiors at the District 13 Music Performance Assessments. Both ensembles will be advancing to State MPA in March and April. GO GREYHOUNDS!!  

At Lincoln Park Academy, students of NJHS eagerly gathered for a special presentation by St. Lucie County Sheriffs on drug prevention. Officers spoke about the dangers of drugs and the importance of positive choices. The highlight was the K-9 demonstration, showcasing dogs’ skills in detecting drugs, apprehending suspects, and obedience commands. Students gained insights into law enforcement’s role in community safety, leaving them inspired to make healthy choices and be positive in! 🚓🐾 #NJHS #CommunityEducation

Lincoln Park Academy Middle School and High School students participate in the the 36th Annual STEM Fair competition! Representing Middle School are Alexander Derrico, Mia Derrico, Gianna Pizzarello, Mason Ricksecker (6th), Autumn Avilla, Elizabeth Cadosales, Anna Keshtmand, Carmelle Wallace, Amani Webb (7th), and Nash Barcelona (8th).  Representing High School are Lucas Huang, Caitlin Deane, Sydney Daniel, David Geraghty, Jesus Rivera Nieves, Maria Nolasco, Lillian O’Neill, Kayla Miller (9th), Victoria Louidor, Jevahiah Septembre, and Alexandria Simpson (11th).  

CONGRATULATIONS to the Lady Greyhounds as they claimed the 5A 13 District Title on Friday Night. They will play again on Wednesday, February 14th @ 7PM to cheer them on at home in the first round of the Regional Tournament!  #Go Greyhounds

Congratulations to the Lincoln Park Academy Jazz Ensemble for earning straight superiors at the District 10 Music Performance Assessment held at Sebastian River High School. They will be advancing to State MPA, which will be held at Horizon High School in Orlando on March 22nd. GO GREYHOUNDS!!

Lincoln Park Academy students and staff always have a heart for giving!  Through two awesome fundraisers, “Crocs & Crazy Socks Day” and “Coffee for a Cause”, our students and staff generously donated a total of $1,943.00 to Louie’s Huwe, a nonprofit furthering medical research into rare Huwe1 genetic conditions. To learn more go to www.huwe1.org/louieshuwe              

We are excited to relive the energy and enthusiasm of our recent Lincoln Park Academy Basketball Court Naming Ceremony held on February 2, 2024, in honor of Head Girls Varsity Basketball Wendell Adams.  He has the most basketball wins on the Treasure Coast.   The vibrant atmosphere echoed with the cheers of basketball enthusiasts and community supporters alike, making it a truly unforgettable occasion.  The ceremony unfolded with a sense of unity and pride, highlighting the rich history and promising future of the basketball court. The unveiling of the court rendering which includes the new name “Wendell Adams Court” was met … Read More

LPA is celebrating its Centennial Year through the oral histories of its alumni. Sophomore Lily Zheng interviewed alumni, the first being Francenia Mimms, who graduated from LPA in 1959. Ms. Mimms shared her experience attending LPA and growing up in Fort Pierce. The interview can be found on LPA’s YouTube channel. The LPA Centennial Committee is committed to preserving LPA’s rich history and legacy in St. Lucie County. Stay tuned for future oral histories which will be released on LPA’s YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbiA_nGUNc0  

Students at Lincoln Park Academy had an exciting day as they traveled to the Fenn Center to engage in the start of ongoing communication with college recruiters.  They were able to ask pertinent questions relative to their chosen careers and receive valuable feedback that will aid in final decision making.  The students, along with their dedicated counselors, report an overall success as they shared valuable experiences resulting from their visit.  The recruiters were very motivated while sharing campus factors that their universities promote for overall student success and degree completion.  This was certainly a valuable field trip that will leave memorable memories … Read More

The Lincoln Park Academy HOSA competition team traveled to their first HOSA Competition on 01/25/2024 for the Treasure Coast Regional Winter Leadership Competition in West Palm Beach. Students Camille Anoos, Nachbi Pierre, and Payton Norkus all competed. Payton and Camille competed in Medical Terminology and Nachbi competed in Cultural Diversities and Disparities. The students had a wonderful experience being able to network and learn more about HOSA from different schools within the region. During the awards ceremony, Nachbi Pierre placed fifth overall in his category. They were joined by advisors Mrs. Jones and Mrs. Nash. They are eager, excited, and … Read More