New Process- Register to Ride

Attention SLPS families! All students wishing to use the bus must be registered for the 2025-2026 school year. Please follow these steps to make sure your child is travel ready! 1. Visit: https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/bus/ 2. Complete and submit the form for the school year 2025-2026.* 3. You will receive a confirmation indicating that registration has been completed. 4. The week before school starts, you will receive an automated phone call with specific details of your child’s bus route. Don’t wait — register today to avoid delays! *Please note that addresses must be entered in the proper format. (example: 123 NW Happy … Read More

New Process- Register to Ride

Attention SLPS families! All students wishing to use the bus must be registered for the 2025-2026 school year. Please follow these steps to make sure your child is travel ready! 1. Visit: https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/bus/ 2. Complete and submit the form for the school year 2025-2026.* 3. You will receive a confirmation indicating that registration has been completed. 4. The week before school starts, you will receive an automated phone call with specific details of your child’s bus route. Don’t wait — register today to avoid delays! *Please note that addresses must be entered in the proper format. (example: 123 NW Happy … Read More

New Process- Register to Ride

Attention SLPS families! All students wishing to use the bus must be registered for the 2025-2026 school year. Please follow these steps to make sure your child is travel ready! 1. Visit: https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/bus/ 2. Complete and submit the form for the school year 2025-2026.* 3. You will receive a confirmation indicating that registration has been completed. 4. The week before school starts, you will receive an automated phone call with specific details of your child’s bus route. Don’t wait — register today to avoid delays! *Please note that addresses must be entered in the proper format. (example: 123 NW Happy … Read More

SLPS Is An “A” Rated Destination District

St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) is proud to announce that for the first time since the state began issuing school district grades, the district has earned a coveted “A” rating from the Florida Department of Education. This historic achievement reflects across-the-board improvements for the second consecutive year, solidifying SLPS as an A-Rated Destination District. Since 2016, SLPS has demonstrated a steady and strategic climb in academic performance, moving from consistent “B” and “C” ratings to this year’s top-tier designation. The district’s unwavering focus on high expectations, student achievement, and instructional excellence has propelled this success. “This ‘A’ rating is a direct result of the hard … Read More

New Process- Register to Ride

Attention SLPS families! All students wishing to use the bus must be registered for the 2025-2026 school year. Please follow these steps to make sure your child is travel ready! 1. Visit: https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/bus/ 2. Complete and submit the form for the school year 2025-2026.* 3. You will receive a confirmation indicating that registration has been completed. 4. The week before school starts, you will receive an automated phone call with specific details of your child’s bus route. Don’t wait — register today to avoid delays! *Please note that addresses must be entered in the proper format. (example: 123 NW Happy … Read More

Relive 2025 Graduation Memories

Celebrate the SLPS Class of 2025 from anywhere! All high school graduation ceremonies are now available for viewing online. Join us in honoring our graduates’ achievements—to replay at your convenience. Treasure Coast High School: https://youtu.be/wPOi-Rb0lag St. Lucie West Centennial High School: https://youtu.be/jxHbwK6AV3U   Fort Pierce Central: https://youtu.be/qGG7VT9ftoU Fort Pierce Westwood Academy: https://youtu.be/qAAHO8knSHY Lincoln Park Academy: https://youtu.be/HYGL-G8cHXc Port St. Lucie High School: https://youtu.be/ho0jcPQW3AI Acceleration Academy: https://youtu.be/7D84k5dNeMo Performance Based Preparatory Academy: https://youtu.be/14kHLHFpOvQ Mosaic Digital Academy: https://youtu.be/xGaC7reVPtA

SLPS Celebrates the Class of 2025

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! On May 22 & 23, Superintendent Dr. Jon R. Prince, joined by Board Chairman Dr. Donna Mills, Board Vice Chairman Troy Ingersoll, Board Member Terissa Aronson, Board Member Debbie Hawley, Board Member Jennifer Richardson and Deputy Superintendent Dr. Helen Wild, celebrated the graduating classes of 2025 at the St. Lucie County Fairgrounds. This year, over 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 94% at the six comprehensive … Read More

IMPORTANT UPDATE – Enhanced Security Measures at Board Meetings

We would like to inform you that the use of metal detectors at the upcoming and subsequent board meetings is just the first phase of a broader safety initiative. In the coming weeks, we will be expanding the use of metal detectors to include: Spring Football Games: Metal detectors will be in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees. Graduations: As we celebrate the achievements of our graduating students, metal detectors will be used at all graduation ceremonies to maintain a secure environment. Schools: To further enhance our safety measures, we will begin implementing periodic and … Read More

Eagles’ Nest Preschool at St. Lucie West Centennial High School

Eagles’ Nest Preschool is a laboratory preschool classroom open to children ages 4 (by September 1st) to 5 years.  St. Lucie West Centennial High School students enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Academy have the opportunity to observe the preschool’s professionally trained staff and preschoolers in a real classroom setting. The students acquire positive interaction with preschoolers, learn from creative staff, study developmentally appropriate practices for children, and earn industry certifications. Eagles’ Nest is located at 1485 SW Cashmere Blvd., Port St. Lucie, FL, 34986. Our school is located in the northwest corner of the St. Lucie West Centennial High … Read More

Florida Prepaid Open Enrollment Begins with Plan Prices Starting at Just $29/Month

Dear Elementary School Parents, Did you know that our partner Florida Prepaid College Savings Plans has reduced Prepaid Plan monthly prices for newborns and infants to the lowest in more than a decade. Prepaid Plans allow families to lock in the cost of college with fixed monthly payments. A risk-free 1-Year University Plan now starts at just $29/month for the Prepaid Plan Open Enrollment period from February 1 – April 30, 2025. The reduced prices result in savings of up to $850 per plan for a 1-Year University Plan and up to $3,400 in savings for four years. Prepaid Plans … Read More

Eagles’ Nest Preschool at St. Lucie West Centennial High School

Eagles’ Nest Preschool is a laboratory preschool classroom open to children ages 4 (by September 1st) to 5 years.  St. Lucie West Centennial High School students enrolled in the Early Childhood Education Academy have the opportunity to observe the preschool’s professionally trained staff and preschoolers in a real classroom setting. The students acquire positive interaction with preschoolers, learn from creative staff, study developmentally appropriate practices for children, and earn industry certifications. Eagles’ Nest is located at 1485 SW Cashmere Blvd., Port St. Lucie, FL, 34986. Our school is located in the northwest corner of the St. Lucie West Centennial High … Read More

Groundbreaking Ceremony Commemorates the Construction Phase of the New K8 School

Exciting news for St. Lucie Public Schools! On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, SLPS broke ground on the new K8 school site located in Tradition! This marks a significant milestone for our community. This state-of-the-art K8 facility, opening in August 2026, will provide top-notch education and opportunities for our students. The ceremony was attended by SLPS Board Members, Superintendent Dr. Jon R. Prince, Deputy Superintendent Dr. Helen Wild, Chief Operations Officer Terence O’Leary, and Warton-Smith Inc., and Spiezle Architectural Group Representatives. The event provided an opportunity to acknowledge and express gratitude to all the individuals who have worked tirelessly to make … Read More

SLPS Wants to Hear from You!

Parents, we would like to know what you think! Please take a few minutes to complete the Family Survey posted on the homepage of the district website, https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/family-survey/. We greatly appreciate your participation and feedback, which will assist us with growth and improvement. Thank you! The survey is open until April 11.

Calling All Artists-Showcase Your Art on Port St. Lucie’s Utility Boxes

The City of Port St. Lucie is inviting artists of all ages (professional or not) to participate in a public art initiative aimed at beautifying our streets, neighborhoods, and public spaces. This exciting project will transform plain metal utility boxes located at traffic intersections into vibrant works of art, reflecting Florida’s natural beauty. About the Project Public art promotes a sense of community pride and ownership, while also helping create a distinctive neighborhood identity. The City Council’s vision is to bring art to unexpected places, and this project offers a unique opportunity for local artists to contribute to enhancing the … Read More

Florida Prepaid Open Enrollment Begins with Plan Prices Starting at Just $29/Month

Dear Elementary School Parents, Did you know that our partner Florida Prepaid College Savings Plans has reduced Prepaid Plan monthly prices for newborns and infants to the lowest in more than a decade. Prepaid Plans allow families to lock in the cost of college with fixed monthly payments. A risk-free 1-Year University Plan now starts at just $29/month for the Prepaid Plan Open Enrollment period from February 1 – April 30, 2025. The reduced prices result in savings of up to $850 per plan for a 1-Year University Plan and up to $3,400 in savings for four years. Prepaid Plans … Read More

Congratulations to St. Lucie Public School Administrators

Congratulations to St. Lucie Public School administrators Brad Lehman, Principal at Treasure Coast High School, Heather Bolitho, Director of Elementary Curriculum, and Louisa Saget, Assistant Principal at Samuel S. Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies, for completing the FLDOE 2024-25 Chancellor’s Leadership Academy.  This year-long leadership institute focused on fostering a sustainable statewide community of leaders with a shared vision of high-quality instructional leadership.  Our administrators participated in professional learning sessions and learning walks to deepen their knowledge of high-quality teaching and learning and on Florida’s state academic standards to support student achievement.  We are proud of our administrators and their … Read More

SLPS School Winners at the St. Lucie County Fair

Congratulations to all the winners! The theme of this year’s St. Lucie County Fair display was “St. Lucie Schools – Navigating the Future”. Thank you to all the students and staff for their hard work in creating their displays, as well as to the fair sponsors for their support! FIRST PLACE RECIPIENTS Elementary | Rivers Edge Elementary Middle School/K-8 | Palm Pointe High School | St. Lucie West Centennial SECOND PLACE RECIPIENTS Elementary | Lawnwood Elementary Middle School/K-8 | Southern Oaks Middle School High School | Lincoln Park Academy THIRD PLACE RECIPIENTS Elementary | White City Elementary Middle School/K-8 | … Read More

Legacy High School Enrollment

St. Lucie Public Schools is thrilled to announce that enrollment for Legacy High School, the newest high school on the Treasure Coast, is now open to all students, regardless of their zone or county. Students who are out of zone or out of county will need to provide their own transportation. Open enrollment closes March 31, 2025. Academics Legacy High School is committed to academic excellence. There will be a variety of advanced courses including Advanced Placement (AP), Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE), and Dual Enrollment (DE) classes to challenge and inspire students. Athletics Legacy High School will provide … Read More