Author: Lydia Martin

The district’s video submission of CTE: Building Futures with Phoenix Metals has been recognized as an Award of Distinction winner.  The video was shot and edited by Steve Devlin, Multimedia Graphic Artist, from the Media Services Department.  The video explores the partnership the District has with Phoenix Metals, a company in St. Lucie County. Students can join the apprentice program at Phoenix Metals directly from participation in the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Boot Camp or other CTE programs. Highly skilled workers are needed in a variety of fields and this partnership allows for on the job training for SLPS … Read More

SLPS has parked buses at the following locations. The buses are serving as “Wi-Fi Hotspots” so that students can engage in Summer Academic Distance Learning Programs. District issued laptops will connect automatically when in range. Cell phones can connect to “SLPS-BYOD” network.    

The 2020 Census will determine congressional representation, inform hundreds of billions in federal funding every year, and provide data that will impact communities for the next decade. The 2020 Census will provide a snapshot of our nation—who we are, where we live, and so much more. The results of this once-a-decade count determines the number of seats each state has in the House of Representatives. They are also used to draw congressional and state legislative districts. Over the next decade, lawmakers, business owners, and many others will use the 2020 Census data to make critical decisions. The results will show … Read More

Alexia Morgan and Hannah Raymond from Palm Pointe K8 School had the opportunity to share their project at the Project Citizen State Finals recently. Their project, “Water” We Waiting For? researched drowning deaths of younger children and found that Florida leads the nation in drowning deaths of children ages 1-4 years old. The class set out to research and propose public policy to save lives and reduce these statistics.  The civics class submitted a digital entry this year due to the remote instruction and competition requirements. Thank you to civics teacher Jennifer Wright for leading students through this worthwhile project!

Students who have a district-issued laptop for summer academic programs and who are in need of repair can visit St. Lucie Elementary School from 9:00am-11:00am or Northport K8 from 1:30-3:00pm on Monday and Wednesday this week.

On Saturday, May 30, 2020, the faculty and staff of Southern Oaks Middle School disseminated a total of 130 bags and boxes of groceries to families of the school and community. This was completed while passing out 8th grade promotion certificates, collecting laptops for the year and collection/pick-up of band instruments. About two weeks prior, faculty and staff were asked to consider bringing in non-perishable items to give to families to assist with financial setbacks. Immediately, teachers and staff started organizing via TEAMS communications. In addition to people jumping in and offering to help, the first bit of great news … Read More

Palm Pointe K8 has placed 1st in the Florida Breakfast Challenge! Their efforts to increase school breakfast participation was successful and ensures students have access to the nutrition needed to succeed in the classroom and beyond. To recognize their win, No Kid Hungry Florida will provide the school with $1,000. Now more than ever we are able to see the vital role school meals play in the health and well-being of students. The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, the Dairy Council of Florida, and No Kid Hungry Florida appreciates everything Palm Pointe is doing to help improve the … Read More

St. Lucie Public Schools Child Nutrition Services Department will continue to serve free meals at the following school sites to children in St. Lucie County from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 9, 2020 – July 31, 2020. The multi-day meal packages include breakfast and lunch. On Tuesdays, the meal packages contain 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches. On Thursdays, the meal package contains 3 breakfasts and 3 lunches. North County C.A. Moore, 827 N 29th Street, Ft. Pierce, Fl 34947 Forest Grove Middle School, 3201 S. 25th Street, Ft. Pierce, Fl 34981 Ft. Pierce Westwood Academy, … Read More

Join the St. Lucie County Summer Reading Adventure! The program runs June 6 through August 8, 2020.  Track your summer reading online and earn virtual badges.  Complete the challenge, download your special certificate and you are automatically entered into the Grand Prize Drawing. Grand Prizes Pre-K: Pete the Cat doll and book collection K-5: Kindle Fire Teen: $25 Gift Card Click here for more information Summer Reading 2020 sign up

Our latest Dell Certified Educators worked with experienced Dell EMC consultants and SLPS district leaders to integrate best practices in the application of technology to their instruction, curriculum, and assessment. On their path to becoming Certified Educators, each developed a personal goal to facilitate learning in a technology-rich, student-centered environment. Their participation in whole group training and individual technology coaching sessions allowed them to demonstrate their increased skill levels with the application of technology. As the third cohort of the Leaders of Innovative Technology (LIT) in SLPS. These teachers continue to share their knowledge with others at their school sites to enhance the … Read More

The graduation ceremonies will air on WLX-TV, the Education Channel of St. Lucie County, appearing on Comcast channel 13 (Ft. Pierce), Comcast channel 19 (Port St. Lucie), Blue Stream channel 19, and ATT TV channel 99.  Furthermore, a link to the broadcasts will be found on the St. Lucie Public Schools webpage at www.stlucieschools.org. Once aired, the ceremonies can be accessed through YouTube on-demand.   Schedule of Virtual Graduations May 26, 2020 St. Lucie West Centennial, 9:00 A.M. Ft. Pierce Westwood Academy, 11:00 A.M. Treasure Coast High School, 1:00 P.M. May 27, 2020 Lincoln Park Academy, 9:00 A.M. Ft. Pierce … Read More

If your district-issued laptop is in need of repair, please visit Bayshore Elementary School from 9 am-11 am or Weatherbee Elementary School from 1:30 pm-3:00 pm this week.  Repair technicians are available and on-site Tuesday through Friday.

St. Lucie Public Schools Math Curriculum Specialist, Christina Worley was just awarded a Kenneth Kidd Mini-Grant from the Florida Council of Teachers of Mathematics. The grant funds projects that enhance teacher and student understanding of mathematics.  Ms. Worley’s grant proposal focused on teacher training in developing engaging ways for students to review math concepts. The funds will be used to purchase supplies for teachers to create “Escape Room” activities for students. Congratulations!  

On Friday, May 15th, secondary music students in St. Lucie Public Schools and their teachers played “Lean on Me” in their yards to honor all those who have sacrificed so much during this Covid-19 pandemic. It was a touching tribute and a wonderful way to connect virtually with one another! Great job everyone!    

Join us on Facebook for the next two weeks as we celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2020 through our “Salute to Seniors!”

If your district-issued laptop is in need of repair, please visit Lawnwood Elementary School from 9 am-11 am or Floresta Elementary School from 1:30 pm-3:00 pm this week.  Repair technicians are available and on-site Monday through Friday.

Free “Grab and Go” Meals are available on Tuesday and Thursday from 11 am-1 pm. The multi-day meal packages contain 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches on Tuesday and 3 breakfasts and 3 lunches on Thursday. Feeding Locations North County C.A. Moore Ft. Pierce Westwood Academy Frances K. Sweet Elementary Lakewood Park Elementary St. Lucie Elementary Weatherbee Elementary East County Morningside Elementary Northport K8 West County Bayshore Elementary Manatee K8 Oak Hammock K8 West Gate K8 Windmill Point Elementary

If your district-issued laptop is in need of repair, please visit Manatee K8 School from 9 am-11 am or Samuel S. Gaines Academy from 1:30 pm-3:00 pm.  Repair technicians are available and on-site Monday through Friday.

Free Meals for Children Free “Grab and Go” Meals are available on Tuesday and Thursday from 11 am-1 pm. The multi-day meal packages contain 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches on Tuesday and 3 breakfasts and 3 lunches on Thursday. Feeding Locations North County C.A. Moore Ft. Pierce Westwood Academy Frances K. Sweet Elementary Lakewood Park Elementary St. Lucie Elementary Weatherbee Elementary East County Morningside Elementary Northport K8 West County Bayshore Elementary Manatee K8 Oak Hammock K8 West Gate K8 Windmill Point Elementary