Educational Youth Symposium Friday, June 08, 2018, 08:30am The Youth Symposium will take place at Lincoln Park Academy. Registration begins at 8:30. This is a FREE motivational and empowering activity for elementary, middle and high school students.
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St. Lucie Public Schools congratulates its graduating seniors! The Class of 2018 is almost 3,000 strong and boasts nearly $33.5 million in scholarships to support next steps toward their college and career goals. Some of the inspired young leaders have chosen to pursue pathways into the military service, 92 have elected careers in education and have received “A Promise is a Promise” certificates from SLPS, others have select varied college and career courses that will lead them on wonderful and exciting lifelong journeys including medicine, technology, engineering, political advocacy, artistic design, and journalism. To all of the 2018 graduates, we … Read More
Teacher Appreciation Night Tuesday, May 29 First Data Field, Port St. Lucie St. Lucie Mets vs Jupiter Hammerheads 6:30 PM
Friday, June 1st Free St. Lucie Mets Tickets for all K – 12 Students Game Starts at 6:30 PM
Recently, parents and students had the opportunity to explore the innovative experiences that await students interested in preparing for careers that include the latest state-of-the-art applications in robotics, coding, gaming, virtual and augmented reality. Samuel S. Gaines Academy is now accepting magnet student applications for Kindergartners and 6th graders. To learn more, visit the SLPS homepage at stluciepublicschools.org
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FL — Record-breaking rainfall and predictions for even more rain coming necessitate a change in venue for the St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) graduations set for this Thursday and Friday. District officials made the call after closely monitoring the St. Lucie County Fair Grounds. Saturated grounds after days of rain deem the area unsafe for set-up and parking for the large crowds anticipated to celebrate 2018 graduates. Changes to May 24 and May 25 St. Lucie Public Schools Graduation Ceremonies: Thursday, May 24, 2018 Fenn Center St. Lucie West Centennial High School Students with last name … Read More
ST. LUCIE COUNTY, FL — Record-breaking rainfall and predictions for even more rain coming necessitate a change in venue for the St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) graduations set for this Thursday and Friday. District officials made the call after closely monitoring the St. Lucie County Fair Grounds. Saturated grounds after days of rain deem the area unsafe for set-up and parking for the large crowds anticipated to celebrate 2018 graduates. Changes to May 24 and May 25 St. Lucie Public Schools Graduation Ceremonies: Thursday, May 24, 2018 Fenn Center St. Lucie West Centennial High School Students with last name … Read More
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Parents, community members, and students, Are you in search of quality resources and activities to support academic studies this summer? Look no farther! Don’t let the summer “slide” away when you have resources for Reading/Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Arts and Technology, College and Career, and ELL at your fingertips. Visit: http://WWW.STLUCIE.K12.FL.US/SEASONAL/SUMMER-SLIDE/
Congratulations to SLPS graduates. This week and next, the class of 2018 will graduate with honors and distinctions to carry them into their next steps of college and the world of work. We celebrate their accomplishments and wish them tremendous success as they venture forward! Lincoln Park Academy 8:30 am on May 22, 2018 at the Fenn Center Ft. Pierce Westwood High School 12:30 pm on May 22, 2018 at the Fenn Center Port St. Lucie High School 4:30 pm on May 22, 2018 at the Fenn Center St. Lucie West Centennial High School Students with last name A – K … Read More
Delegates from the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office met with the Cobra CERT, or the Cobra Community Emergency Response Team, and provided a donation for $1,000.00 to support the group’s continued efforts. A special thank you is extended to the Sheriff and his officers for their support. Cobra CERT is an extracurricular program available to students at Fort Pierce Central High School. The club aims to equip students with lifesaving Emergency Response skills; such as: Disaster Medical Operations, First Aid, Search and Rescue, Fire Suppression, Radio Communications, Hazardous Weather Spotting, etc. Students are also given the opportunity to work in … Read More
Twenty students from SLPS attended the “Ready to Work” Manufacturing Boot Camp Program Acceptance Information Session. Based on recommendations by high school guidance counselors, students attended to learn more about this opportunity to participate in a one week manufacturing boot camp organized by the Economic Development Council (EDC) post-graduation. Students will have an experienced-packed week visiting local manufacturers and attending training sessions that will include: soft skills, finances, and resume writing. After the week, students will have the opportunity to interview with the following companies: Silver Line Plastics: https://www.slpipe.com/ Phoenix Metal Products: http://www.phoenixgse.com/ Pursuit Boats: http://www.pursuitboats.com/ Hi-Tide Boat Lifts: http://www.hi-tide.com/ … Read More
Health Fairs for SLPS employees are scheduled at various locations, and you may register at any location. (See registration link below.) You will earn 50 wellness incentive points towards the 2017-2018 program. Village Green Environmental Studies School: 5/22 from 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM St. Lucie Elementary School: 5/23 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Oak Hammock K8 School: 5/23 from 12:15 PM – 3:30 PM Windmill Point Elementary School: 5/30 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Fairlawn Elementary School: 5/30 from 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM *Register for a Health Fair appointment
The Addams Family Show Dates/Times Wednesday, June 13, 2018 * 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 14, 2018 * 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 15, 2018 * 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 16, 2018 * 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 17, 2018 * 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! For ticket locations, click HERE.
West Gate K-8 students learned about various high school Career and Technical Education programs from across the SLPS District through their Career and Reality Fair. Students and instructors from Criminal Justice, Allied Health, Agritechnology, and Biomedical programs provided students with hand-on demonstrations. In addition, they provided information about curriculum. Bill Wilcox from Phoenix Medals spoke to students about the manufacturing industry and its continued growth potential. As part of the Fair, students were challenged to create monthly budgets without overspending. Each student was provided a salary based upon his or her current GPA. This income was a realistic representation of … Read More
ST. LUCIE COUNTY – For the second consecutive naming period, St. Lucie Public Schools received the distinction of being recognized as one of Florida’s Healthy School Districts. The Florida Partnership for Healthy Schools (FPHS), in collaboration with Florida Action for Healthy Kids (FLAFHK), Florida Association of District School Superintendents (FADSS) and Florida Healthy Kids Corporation announced the honorees for the period of May 2018 through April 2020. Florida Healthy School Districts have established a culture and climate that embraces the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) approach to reduce barriers to learning and support academic achievement. Superintendent E. … Read More
For the second consecutive naming period, St. Lucie Public Schools received the distinction of being recognized as one of Florida’s Healthy School Districts. The Florida Partnership for Healthy Schools (FPHS), in collaboration with Florida Action for Healthy Kids (FLAFHK), Florida Association of District School Superintendents (FADSS) and Florida Healthy Kids Corporation announced the honorees for the period of May 2018 through April 2020. Florida Healthy School Districts have established a culture and climate that embraces the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) approach to reduce barriers to learning and support academic achievement. Superintendent E. Wayne Gent recognized the … Read More
ST. LUCIE PUBLIC SCHOOLS INVITES YOU TO AN EXCLUSIVE MICROSOFT INTERACTIVE NIGHT Learn About the New Magnet Program at Samuel S. Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies WHO: Samuel S. Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies (District Staff will be on hand to answer questions and assist with the magnet application process) WHAT: Microsoft Interactive Night WHEN: Monday, May 21st from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. WHERE: 2250 S. Jenkins Road, Ft. Pierce, FL 34947 WHY: Samuel S. Gaines Academy is now accepting magnet student applications for Kindergartners and 6th graders This exclusive Microsoft Interactive Night will provide students and parents the opportunity to … Read More
ST. LUCIE COUNTY – “Student Perks: It’s More Than Coffee” had just the right blend of innovation and effective programming to receive an Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The collaborative venture with St. Lucie County honors students in St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) Exceptional Student Education (ESE) program by providing them the opportunity to run a coffee kiosk at the County Administration Office. They reap benefits of authentic experiences while their customers benefit from their valuable services. Superintendent E. Wayne Gent said, “We appreciate our community partnerships. When we have opportunities such as this to … Read More
“Student Perks: It’s More Than Coffee” had just the right blend of innovation and effective programming to receive an Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The collaborative venture with St. Lucie County honors students in St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) Exceptional Student Education (ESE) program by providing them the opportunity to run a coffee kiosk at the County Administration Office. They reap benefits of authentic experiences while their customers benefit from their valuable services. Superintendent E. Wayne Gent said, “We appreciate our community partnerships. When we have opportunities such as this to work together and achieve … Read More