Author: LAUREN PECZKO

This past week the band at Palm Pointe hosted Mr. Andrew Kruspe, a percussion specialist from Alabama, for a special percussion only clinic. The students were able to gain help in stick technique, counting, and performance fundamentals. Mr. Kruspe passed out materials and instructed the students to help them gain a better understanding of the percussion section as musicians.

Join St. Lucie Public Schools in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15th- October 15th! There are multiple ways to participate in celebrating the achievements of Hispanic Floridians! Hispanic Heritage Student Contests Hispanic Heritage Educator Contests Visit floridahispanicheritage.com/ to learn more.

St. Lucie Public School District is excited to announce the annual college fair on Tuesday, September 27th from 6 pm to 8 pm at the Havert Fenn Center. Over 50 college and university representatives will be there to meet with prospective students. You will also be able to participate in financial aid sessions to get valuable information about paying for college. SLPS students in grades 9 through 12 are encouraged to attend. Have your questions answered by college and university reps as you speak with them one-on-one. See you at the SLPS College Fair!

Saturday, August 20th, SLPS school psychologists and school counselors provided Youth Mental Health First Aid training for the city of Ft. Pierce Firehawks football and cheerleading coaches who coach youth ages 5-14. The purpose of the training was to provide the volunteers with tools and resources to support students that may be experiencing mental health challenges. The feedback received from the participants was very positive. We are grateful for the opportunity to provide this training for community volunteers that support our youth. https://cityoffortpierce.com/964/Tackle-Football

2022 SLW Centennial graduate Olivia Kaes was honored Saturday by ESPN106.3 at Keiser University as part of their annual Top63 event. This was the first ever year in which they honored flag football players as part of their special night highlighting athletes from Boca Raton to Vero Beach. Olivia, who is Centennial’s all-time leader in attempts, completions, passing yardage, and passing TDs, was recognized as the #8 overall player in the region. Under her play as a four-year varsity starter at QB, SLWCHS had posted record-breaking seasons year over year in regard to wins and accomplishments. Her Freshman season was … Read More

Congratulations to the Class of 2022! Last week, Superintendent Gent, joined by Board Chairman Dr. Donna Mills, Board Vice Chairman Troy Ingersoll, Board Member Debbie Hawley, Board Member Jack Kelly, and Deputy Superintendent Dr. Jon Prince celebrated the graduating classes of 2022 at Lawnwood Stadium. Nearly 3,000 students walked across the stage to receive their diplomas. Graduation is the culminating event that celebrates and recognizes the achievement of each graduate. St. Lucie Public Schools proudly boasts a graduation rate of 99% at the six comprehensive high schools.     St. Lucie West Centennial High School Graduation May 24, 2022 | … Read More

The Federal Communications Commission recently announced that 20 of the nation’s internet providers have committed to lowering costs for low-income households, a step that will essentially provide free high-speed internet for those participating in the Affordable Connectivity Program. The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is a U.S. government program that helps many low-income households pay for broadband service and internet connected devices. To learn more about eligibility and enroll, visit ACPBenefit.org.

$75,000 Top Award Goes to 17-year-old Robert Sansone of Fort Pierce Central High School for a pioneering invention to improve electric motor efficiency in the largest international STEM competition for teens. TARRYTOWN, N.Y. and WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 13, 2022) – Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: REGN) and Society for Science (the Society) announced that Robert Sansone, 17, of Fort Pierce, FL, won the $75,000 top award in the 2022 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (Regeneron ISEF), the world’s largest global high school competition, for a project that explored high-efficiency alternatives to induction motors. Other top prizes went to projects in … Read More

Principal Monarae Miller-Buchanan and Assistant Principal Ayesia Boria were the Masters of Ceremony for the 2022 Annual Scholarship Ceremony sponsored by the Education Foundation. The Education Foundation awarded 60 scholarships funded by 20 donors totaling $58,000. Many scholarships were funded in memory of school district-affiliated individuals, including Aaron Beauchamp, Harry Lee Williams, Kimberly Pearson, Tess & Abbey Huber, Andrew Schmeer, and Daniel Hinojosa. Dr. Donna Mills, Chair of the School Board, Debbie Hawley, School Board Member, and Dr. Helen Wild, Chief Academic Officer attended the event along with principals Henry Sanabria from Lincoln Park Academy & Andrea Popwell from St. … Read More