Author: MAKEDA BROME

FK Sweet’s MOA Discovery Program kicked off their first session with FAU Harbor Branch. The session introduced students to lagoon habitats and wildlife by utilizing scientific tools, examining specimens, and demonstrating how the concepts introduced in the classroom relate to marine science research. Students investigated seagrass beds, mangroves, oyster reefs, and the diverse array of animals that depend on them. We hope that through this program, students gain skills in observation, classification, and scientific thinking, as well as a deeper appreciation for one of Florida’s most unique ecosystems, the Indian River Lagoon. We are grateful to the St. Lucie Education … Read More

Our Kindergartners at Frances K. Sweet have just completed an exciting unit on Sea Turtles as part of the MOA Discovery Program! Throughout the unit, students explored the seven species of sea turtles, their habitats, and life cycles, while learning how they can help protect these amazing creatures—especially during beach visits. A highlight of the experience was the exclusive Sea Turtle Play with Purpose kit, designed just for Frances K. Sweet’s MOA Discovery Program. With this kit, students: Participated in a Sea Turtle Rescue Followed the life cycle of sea turtles Read informational books to deepen their understanding. We’re so … Read More

 We’re thrilled to announce the return of Marine Marvels: Exploring Careers Beneath the Waves! As part of FK Sweet’s brand-new MOA Discovery Program, this incredible experience is opening up the world of marine science and conservation careers to our 4th-grade students. Through hands-on, scenario-based activities, our young explorers are meeting real-life marine role models, growing their ecological awareness, and strengthening creativity and critical thinking. So far, students have: Taken a virtual field trip aboard Nautilus Live’s EV Nautilus Connected with marine biologist Andie Fisher from Inwater Research Group Launched into career-focused lessons designed by IRG Education + St. Lucie Public … Read More

Frances K. Sweet is excited to share that they won First Place for Elementary Schools in the Martin Luther King Jr. Parade and First Place for Week of Kindness! Students’ kindness activities totaled almost five full days of Acts of Kindness!

Frances K. Sweet third graders were invited to attend the first annual St. Lucie County Insect Festival hosted by the UF/IFAS Ag-extension. Students were able to learn how bees communicate with each other, careers in entomology, have a chance to pet and feel what a millipede is like, race Madagascar cockroaches, and even try insect snacks!

F.K. Sweet treated their Bus Drivers and Aides to a special breakfast provided by the F.K. Sweet Cafeteria Staff. We love our SWEET Bus Drivers and Aides! They are vital in ensuring our students attend school on time every day.

Frances K. Sweet is excited to have a new community partnership with First United Methodist of Fort Pierce. Through this partnership, the church has already provided backpacks and supplies for students, school uniform shirts, and welcome-back goodie bags for all staff. First United will also provide Grace Packs to students and their siblings, volunteer at the school, provide Big Brothers and Big Sisters mentoring for literacy, and support the work already started in our botanical garden. We are so excited about this partnership and look forward to a SWEET year!

Chester. A Moore Elementary welcomed Chef Howard Farro to speak to our 5th Graders as part of our Black History Month and AVID speaker series. Students were excited to learn about how Chef Howard’s career got started and especially how he became a personal chef for celebrities! Chef Farro gave an inspirational talk that encouraged students to pay attention in school, always do the best they can, and to know they can rebound from any setbacks in life.