Heathcote Botanical Gardens is hosting a St. Lucie Public Schools Employee Night on Friday, December 29 and Saturday, December 30 at 5:30 pm – 9:00 pm.
Author: LAUREN PECZKO
Staff - (Changed 12/15/2025 8:39:28 AM)
Superintendent Dr. Jon Prince and board members were thrilled to participate in the Port St. Lucie Festival of Lights Parade as well as the Fort Pierce Sights and Sounds Christmas Parade this past weekend. He was joined by Board Chairman Debbie Hawley, Board Vice Chairman Jack Kelly, and Board Members Troy Ingersoll, Dr. Donna Mills, and Jennifer Richardson. A special thanks to the drivers of the school bus (Mitch Miller) and convertibles (De’Aundrea Myles, Beral Toney, and Trenecia Scott), as well as the communications department for the festive parade decorations.
Congratulations to those who received recognition during the November 14th board meeting! The St. Lucie County Fire Department, the Fort Pierce Police Department, the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Department Athletic League, and St. Lucie Public Schools received a share of $500,000 from the consortium of the Florida Education Foundations to improve student resiliency. Keith Davis, Principal of Samuel S. Gaines Academy | Principal of the Year Ayesha Boria, Assistant Principal of Southern Oaks Middle School | Assistant Principal of the Year Amelia Sides, Palm Pointe, 7th Grade | Art in the Capitol Contest Winner Morningside Elementary | The … Read More
Congratulations to these STAR Award recipients from the November 14th board meeting! Congratulations to our STAR (Special Thanks and Recognition) recipients for the month of November. This award is given to employees who go above and beyond their required duties in support of the District’s Mission and Vision. #bestplacestowork #slps_florida #wearestluciepublicschools #education
With over 5,000 employees, St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) was recognized as one of St. Lucie County’s Best Places to Work. This is the seventh year in a row that the School District has received this honor in the “Extra Large Employer” (over 500 employees) category. Winning the distinction of Best Places to Work for the District was determined by several factors including; a low employee turnover rate and a 96% teacher retention rate, salary increases which resulted in over 900 employees receiving an average raise of 16.1%, a 99% fill rate on the first day of school for teaching … Read More
St. Lucie Public Schools is hosting a MSAP Magnet Schools Expo on Wednesday, November 8. This event will be held at the SLPS District Office. Students with last names beginning with A-L | 5-6 PM Students with last names beginning with M-Z | 6-7 PM
SLWK8 truly embraced the spirit of Hispanic Heritage Month. We organized an amazing door decorating contest that breathed life into our halls. Ms. Richardson’s Kindergarten class transformed their door into a beautiful work of art representing Prosperity, Power, and Progress! Our dedicated staff came together for a delectable potluck, offering culinary delights from various Hispanic countries. We also elevated our morning announcements by spotlighting prominent Hispanic figures who’ve shaped our world. It was a month where our students and staff united in honoring the rich and vibrant culture of Hispanic Heritage.
The Jessica Clinton MVP Foundation is hosting free heart screening for students ages 5 to 20 years, on Saturday, November 4th, 2023. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Register today at https://www.jessicaclinton.org/!
The cutoff for our Family Survey is fast approaching! 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, www.stlucieschools.org. We greatly appreciate your participation and feedback, which will assist us with growth and improvement. Thank you! *Survey runs Monday, October 9th through Wednesday, October 25th. Survey offered in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. English – SY24 FALL FAMILY SURVEY – Assessment & Accountability (stlucie.k12.fl.us) Spanish – SY24 FALL Encuesta familiar de las escuelas públicas de St. Lucie – Assessment & Accountability (stlucie.k12.fl.us) Haitian Creole – SY24 FALL Saint … Read More
On October 16th, Manatee K8 was host to a luncheon for District custodial employees for Custodial Appreciation Day. A great time was had by all who attended. Events like these not only recognize the incredible work of our custodians but also foster a sense of belonging and appreciation within our school community. SLPS truly appreciates the hard work and dedication of its custodial staff. Thank you for all that you do!
The Jessica Clinton MVP Foundation is hosting free heart screening for students ages 5 to 20 years, on Saturday, November 4th, 2023. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Register today at https://www.jessicaclinton.org/!
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, www.stlucieschools.org. We greatly appreciate your participation and feedback, which will assist us with growth and improvement. Thank you! *Survey runs Monday, October 9th through Wednesday, October 25th. Survey offered in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. English – SY24 FALL FAMILY SURVEY – Assessment & Accountability (stlucie.k12.fl.us) Spanish – SY24 FALL Encuesta familiar de las escuelas públicas de St. Lucie – Assessment & Accountability (stlucie.k12.fl.us) Haitian Creole – SY24 FALL Saint Lucie Public Schools Sondaj sou Fanmi – Assessment & … Read More
Due to the generosity of SLPS District Office employees, 101 jars of peanut butter were collected for Grace Packs, an organization that provides nourishment to food-insecure children in St. Lucie County. Thank you to all who donated!
SLPS is excited to announce, the MSAP Magnet schools Early Decision Application Window is now open through December 15. Is your child interested in coding, robotics, or engineering? Do they have an interest in the Arts? Do they love to design and create? Does your child have dreams of becoming a pharmacist, veterinarian, or robotics engineer? If so, St. Lucie Public Schools has an MSAP magnet school that will put your child on the path to achieving their dreams. The Early Decision window for MSAP Magnet School applications is October 1, 2023, through December 15, 2023. Applications for Creative Arts … Read More
Molly Grow, a 7th grader at the Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie (CAST), was honored by the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) Treasure Coast Chapter as their “Youth of the Year.” Molly is the chapter’s only student member and has been involved in many community projects and has even led her own fundraising event. Her contributions were recognized at the FPRA Annual Board Installation and Award Luncheon on September 21 at Indian River State College. President Jennifer Trefelner, APR, CPRC presented Molly with the chapter’s first “Youth of the Year Award” in front of several public relations professionals on the … Read More
The Jessica Clinton MVP Foundation is hosting free heart screening for students ages 5 to 20 years, on Saturday, November 4th, 2023. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Register today at https://www.jessicaclinton.org/!
Cognia® names St. Lucie Public Schools a 2023 Cognia® System of Distinction for excellence in education. This year Cognia, the global nonprofit school improvement organization, recognized eight school systems in the United States and in four other countries across the globe as Schools and Systems of Distinction – Cognia. “I am pleased to congratulate St. Lucie Public Schools for their designation as a 2023 Cognia System of Distinction, a program which recognizes public and non-public institutions that exemplify excellence in education and service to learners,” said Dr. Mark A. Elgart, President and CEO of Cognia. Cognia selected St. Lucie Public Schools as one of the eight … Read More
We are excited to host the St. Lucie Public Schools College Fair on Thursday, September 21st, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Havert L. Fenn Center. St. Lucie Public School students in grades 9 through 12 are welcome to attend and will have the opportunity to meet with over 80 organizations ranging from armed services to technical schools, colleges, and universities. They will provide information about admissions and college life. There will also be two financial aid sessions at the event. The college fair is located at the Havert L. Fenn Center, 2000 Virginia Avenue, in Ft. Pierce. … Read More
Exceptional Student Education and Student Services presents the ESE Parent Advisory Learning Opportunity. Sessions available in person and online. NORTH COUNTY Wednesday, September 20th | 6 pm-7 pm | Samuel Gaines Academy SOUTH COUNTY Thursday, September 21st | 6 pm-7 pm | Southport Middle School Media Center We will discuss the establishment of an ESE parent advisory, parent’s rights, procedures, and improvements for students with disabilities. For more information/RSVP call 772.429.4577 or email jeffrey.bolbach@stlucieschools.org.
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