Author: LAUREN PECZKO

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

March 31, 2025 By LAUREN PECZKO

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

March 31, 2025 By LAUREN PECZKO

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

March 3, 2025 By LAUREN PECZKO

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

March 3, 2025 By LAUREN PECZKO

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

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

February 24, 2025 By LAUREN PECZKO

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

FREE/Low Cost Internet Services Sign-Up Event

February 17, 2025 By LAUREN PECZKO

Are you interested in “low-cost” or “no-cost” internet services through Comcast, Internet Essentials? St. Lucie Public Schools in partnership with the St. Lucie County Education Foundation and St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners is hosting a sign-up event on Wednesday, February 19 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the St. Lucie Public Schools District Office in Port St. Lucie. This offer is available to all families with a child currently enrolled in the public school system where Comcast services are provided. This event is RSVP ONLY. Pre-register for this event by calling (772) 429-3660! Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity. … Read More

Education’s Shining Stars Announced

February 3, 2025 By LAUREN PECZKO

Broadcast on Saturday, February 1st, St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) and the Education Foundation of St. Lucie County announced this year’s line-up of educational superstars. Jenna Blankenbaker from Fort Pierce Westwood Academy took top honors as St. Lucie Public School’s Teacher of the Year. Joining her in the winner’s category were School-Related Employee of the Year, Catherine Mills from C.A. Moore Elementary School; Distinguished Minority Educator of the Year, Latisha Fuller-Mustafa from C.A. Moore Elementary School; and Outstanding First Year Teacher Rylan Jay from Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie. Superintendent Dr. Jon R. Prince said, “All of the nominees … Read More

SLPS Celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

January 21, 2025 By LAUREN PECZKO

On Monday, January 20, 2025, St. Lucie Public Schools, along with SLPS Superintendent and Board Members, participated in Fort Pierce’s Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade. The theme of this year was “Change Begins with Me” and was Grand Marshaled by Dr. Kevin Perry, Assistant to the Superintendent and Retired School Board Administrator Dr. Christine Taylor. Schools honored Dr. King and his dreams of equality by creating floats that showcased his principles of racial equality and nonviolent social change. Thank you to all the schools and students who participated. Elementary 1st Place: Village Green Environmental 2nd Place: Parkway Elementary 3rd … Read More

SLPS to Host Magnet Schools Expo

January 21, 2025 By LAUREN PECZKO

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 LAST NAME BEGINS A-L | 5:30PM-6:15PM LAST NAME BEGINS M-Z | 6:15PM-7:00PM LOCATION: SLPS DISTRICT OFFICE 9461 Brandywine Lane, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 Join St. Lucie Public Schools for the Magnet Schools Expo! Learn more about the SLPS magnet schools and their programs. Magnet schools include: Fairlawn Elementary, Frances K. Sweet Elementary, Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie, Fort Pierce Westwood Academy, Lincoln Park Academy, and Samuel S. Gaines Academy. SLPS is currently accepting applications in grades K-12 for the 2025-26 school year. The deadline to apply is January 30.  

SLPS to Host Magnet Schools Expo

January 13, 2025 By LAUREN PECZKO

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 LAST NAME BEGINS A-L | 5:30PM-6:15PM LAST NAME BEGINS M-Z | 6:15PM-7:00PM LOCATION: SLPS DISTRICT OFFICE 9461 Brandywine Lane, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 Join St. Lucie Public Schools for the Magnet Schools Expo! Learn more about the SLPS magnet schools and their programs. Magnet schools include: Fairlawn Elementary, Frances K. Sweet Elementary, Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie, Fort Pierce Westwood Academy, Lincoln Park Academy, and Samuel S. Gaines Academy. SLPS is currently accepting applications in grades K-12 for the 2025-26 school year. The deadline to apply is January 30.  

SLPS to Host Magnet Schools Expo

January 6, 2025 By LAUREN PECZKO

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 LAST NAME BEGINS A-L | 5:30PM-6:15PM LAST NAME BEGINS M-Z | 6:15PM-7:00PM LOCATION: SLPS DISTRICT OFFICE 9461 Brandywine Lane, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 Join St. Lucie Public Schools for the Magnet Schools Expo! Learn more about the SLPS magnet schools and their programs. Magnet schools include: Fairlawn Elementary, Frances K. Sweet Elementary, Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie, Fort Pierce Westwood Academy, Lincoln Park Academy, and Samuel S. Gaines Academy. SLPS is currently accepting applications in grades K-12 for the 2025-26 school year. The deadline to apply is January 30.  

St. Lucie Public Schools Celebrates the Night of the Stars Finalists

December 9, 2024 By LAUREN PECZKO

Congratulations to the finalists for this year’s Night of the Stars! Tune in to the LIVE broadcast on the WLX Horizon App on February 1st to see the winners announced! Principal and Assistant Principal of the Year WINNERS! LaTanya Greene | Principal of the Year John Davino | Assistant Principal of the Year Distinguished Minority Educator of the Year Latisha Fuller-Mustafa (C.A. Moore Elementary) Kanosha Anderson-Webb (FK Sweet Elementary) Patrice Hays (Manatee Academy) Outstanding First-Year Teacher Rylan Jay (Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie) Nathan Adams (St. Lucie West K8) Megan Riordan (Windmill Point Elementary) School-Related Employee of the Year … Read More

SLPS Celebrates Red Ribbon Week

October 21, 2024 By LAUREN PECZKO

Every year, from October 23-31, more than 80 million people – both kids and adults – show their support for a healthy, drug-free life by wearing or displaying the red ribbon. Red Ribbon Week is a great reminder of why living a drug-free life is important. It’s a chance for parents, teachers, and communities to unite and reinforce the drug-free messages they share with kids all year. The eight-day celebration is an annual way to show that we won’t accept drugs in our schools, workplaces, or communities.

FREE Heart Screenings for Students

October 21, 2024 By LAUREN PECZKO

St. Lucie Public Schools is proud to partner with the Florida Department of Health and the Jessica Clinton MVP Foundation to promote a Free Heart Screening event on Saturday, November 16th, from 8am-4:30pm. Jessica Clinton, a young cheerleader in St. Lucie County, died tragically at the age of 17, partly because of an undiagnosed heart condition. The foundation created in her honor believes such tragedies can be prevented by promoting early heart screenings and providing public education and awareness of hidden heart conditions. Don’t wait. Schedule your child’s free heart screening today by calling 772-215-1912 or by visiting www.jessicaclinton.org.

An Important Message from the Superintendent

September 23, 2024 By LAUREN PECZKO

I’m Dr. Jon Prince, Superintendent of St. Lucie Public Schools sharing important information about school threats and school safety. I wanted to speak to you today as a parent of a St. Lucie Public School student and the husband of a St. Lucie Public school teacher, and not as my role as your Superintendent of Schools. I want to reassure you our students are safe and my message to you is framed by my most important role, which is that of a parent and husband. As you know, we are seeing an uptick in social media threats that turn out … Read More