Author: MARY ROTI

Congratulations to our Shark Nation Track and Field Team! On Saturday, April 26th, SLWK8 Sharks had an incredible day at the St. Lucie County Middle School Track and Field Meet at Lawnwood Stadium in Fort Pierce. The Girls Team took 8th place while the Boys Team took 2nd! The team had many athletes score points for the team (finish in the top eight overall), including several who brought back medals for finishing in the top three. The Sharks were led by Robert Alcarez, who is a St. Lucie County Champion in the 800m after finishing in 1st place! Other top … Read More

Third grade students at St. Lucie West K8 enjoy super sweet learning in Mrs. Quiles’s Class! Topic 12 is all about graphs and data, and what better way to make it fun than with jellybeans? Students got hands-on with learning by collecting data from jellybeans (yum!), then used that information to create tally charts and scaled bar graphs. From determining appropriate scales to solving one- and two-step problems based on their graphs, our students are turning data into delicious discoveries! Learning is always meaningful—and extra fun—when it’s interactive and student-centered. Great job, data detectives!  #SweetLearning #MrsQuilesClass #GraphingWithJellybeans #HandsOnMath #FunWithData    

St. Lucie West K-8 Sharks were stoked to connect mathematics to their everyday technology, recreational, and social media interests. Students in Mrs. Portee’s 5th-grade math classes had to determine the mean, median, mode, and range of various data sets. To further pique their interest and engagement, each data set was intentionally created based on what our students enjoy, such as TikTok videos, Pokémon cards, and Roblox gift cards. The students were truly engaged and thoroughly enjoyed collaborating to share their results and add even more meaning to their data sets! Mrs. Portee motivates students every day with her innovative and … Read More

SLWK8 third grade students investigate their very own community of St. Lucie County! Students from Mrs. D’Andrea’s Gifted Class had a chance to deep dive into the history of our community. Students picked a historical place in St. Lucie County to research ranging from the stunning Sunrise Theatre to the Roosvelt Bridge. Students then displayed information in a shoebox model. Students wrote their information along the outside on the box. Inside the box is a display of the historical place. Students were thoroughly excited and engaged to complete their investigative project. Students worked with their teachers, classmates, and families to … Read More

SLWK8 Entrepreneurs competed in the CTE Showcase on April 2, 2025, at the St. Lucie Public Schools District office. Students prepared business plans, PowerPoint presentations, posters, and a pitch for a panel of judges against other middle school students in the county.  Students from Ms. Tremblay and Mrs. Boham‘s classes polished their pitches to perfection to be ready for the showcase.  It was great to see them helping each other get their posters ready in the morning, encouraging each other, and cheering everyone on.  After the showcase, a student said she thought this helped her self-esteem, and another echoed that … Read More

St. Lucie West K8 3rd-5th Grade Choral students traveled to Lincoln Park Academy recently to join over 100 other students from across the district to be a part of the 2025 St. Lucie Public Schools All County Chorus. Students stayed after school and practiced at home on their own to prepare and memorize eight songs so that they could be ready for the big day. Once at All County Chorus, they spent several hours in the morning rehearsing with other students. In the afternoon, they recorded a concert that will be shown on the district’s television station and stream on … Read More

Eighth grade Sharks took a field trip to experience CTE (Career Technical Education) programs at our amazing neighboring high school, St. Lucie West Centennial High School. Senior Eagles from the Criminal Justice program escorted students through CTE classrooms to give them a hands-on experience with what to expect in high school.  In addition to giving a great tour, the student guides gave wonderful advice to prepare for high school, answered all their questions, and guided them around the extensive campus.  Students were able to visit the JROTC, Aeronautics, Outboard Marine, Early Childhood, Culinary, Gaming Design, Allied Health, and the Criminal … Read More

St. Lucie West K8 Shark Nation families and staff danced and dazzled as they enjoyed a magical evening. What an unforgettable night we had at our Arabian Nights Parent-Child Dance! The atmosphere was filled with magic, music, and memories that will last a lifetime. From the enchanting decorations to the dazzling outfits, every moment was a celebration of our wonderful SLWK8 Shark Nation community. Parents and children danced the night away, creating beautiful bonds and cherished memories. A big thank you to everyone who joined us for this truly special evening. This event wouldn’t have been a success without you! … Read More

Mrs. Portee’s jaw-some fifth-grade classes were hard at work. The students were focused on estimating mathematical sums and differences. These magnificent mathematicians worked together collaboratively by using fraction strips to determine equivalent fractions. Our Sharks thrive through interactive activities that ask them to not only think critically but also collaboratively. With a standards-based focus, students used their skill set and resources to bring the sums and differences to life. Our Sharks worked diligently together utilizing their interactive notebooks, manipulatives, and math skills to put their fraction knowledge to the test by solving different math problems. Keep up the magnificent work, … Read More

St. Lucie West K8 in partnership with Publix, hosted Math Night for kindergarten through fifth grade students. Students had a fin-tastic time walking through the aisles of Publix, exploring different departments, and using critical thinking skills to solve real-world math problems. It was a creative and hands-on experience that truly brought learning to life. Thank you to everyone who came out for Publix Math Night! We had an incredible turnout and the kids had a wonderful time. A big thank you to Publix in St. Lucie West for their support and generous donation of goodies for Shark Nation families that … Read More

St. Lucie West K-8 was awarded at the School Board meeting with a 1st place trophy for the K-8/Middle School division for The Martin Luther King Jr. Parade! At SLWK8, Shark Nation embraces Dr. King’s, “Change Begins with Me” in habits, attitudes, and hearts. Applying personal responsibility, we swim to success in our school and community. Our sincere gratitude goes out to the Multicultural Committee and Mrs. Boham for their courageous investment in building a unique concept to represent us. A job well done! A huge Jaw-some shout-out also goes to our cheerleaders, student volunteers, parents, and teachers, who made … Read More

St. Lucie West K8 wanted to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our bus drivers and crossing guards for their unwavering dedication and hard work. Every day, they ensure our children travel safely to and from school, braving all weather conditions with a smile. Their commitment to the safety and well-being does not go unnoticed. To honor their incredible efforts, we were delighted to host a special breakfast in their honor. This breakfast was just a small token of our appreciation for the big difference they make in our community. St. Lucie West K8 Shark Nation is honored to thank these … Read More

St. Lucie West K8’s School Counseling Department goes above and beyond to advocate and support our students. This past week we celebrated National School Counseling Week. Our School Counselors invited our staff to celebrate throughout the week in our Student Services hallway. We had the opportunity to learn more about the critical role our counselors play on our school campuses. Not only did we learn more about the pivotal role they play, but they spoiled us with sweet treats and games the entire week! Staff and students were able to dress up as superheroes, twin with friends, and show their … Read More

St. Lucie West K8 third-graders were pumped for the Super Bowl! Mrs. D’Andrea and Mrs. Schettini’s third-grade AMP Math classes had a Super Bowl-themed Fraction Review Day. Students teamed up to go head-to-head in various fraction-based activities. They rotated around the room to compete individually and to work in teams. Not only were students cooperatively learning to solve real-world math problems, but they were able to show their team spirit as well! Our proud principal, Mr. Lezeau even joined in on the fun! Students are heading towards success by making learning fun and full of Shark Nation spirit!

St. Lucie West K-8 Math Night for K-5th grade was amazing! Students had a Fin-Tastic time walking through the aisles of Publix, exploring different departments, and solving real-world math problems. It was a fun, hands-on experience that truly brought learning to life. Students thoroughly enjoyed solving problems with their teachers, friends, staff, and our Proud Principal, Mr. Lezeau! It was a wonderful way to bring our families of Shark Nation and community together to emphasize the importance of mathematics in our everyday lives. Thank you to Publix for partnering with our school to make this a truly magnificent mathematical evening!

Congratulations to our Girls and Boys Basketball Teams! Our Sharks are headed to the Playoffs. The Girls Basketball Team is making history and headed for the playoffs for the first time! Shark Nation, let’s celebrate their huge accomplishments as they make history. This is a true testament to their hard work and perseverance. It would not be possible without the dedication of their incredibly JAW-SOME Coaches, Coach Jayy, Coach Watkins, and Coach Leaders. Thank you for seeing the potential in our students and helping them reach their goal of making the Playoffs! 24-25 Boys Basketball Team 24-25 Girls Basketball Team … Read More

Every year, St. Lucie West K8 has the incredible privilege to recognize our employees who go above and beyond to educate and support our students. Shark Nation is exceptionally proud to honor and celebrate our exquisite employees of the year. Thank you, your passion, dedication, and expertise are truly inspirational. Congratulations to our Superb Stars of SLWK8! We had two district finalists from Shark Nation, Ms. Harris (Teacher of the Year) and Mr. Adams (Outstanding First Year Teacher). Shark Nation is so proud of our Stars! Thank you for everything you do to above and beyond for our students each … Read More

St. Lucie West K8 Celebrates Dr. King’s vision of unity to construct a 1st Place Float! Students and teachers came together to build a float to showcase the shark spirit with the parade theme “Change Begins with Me.” Teachers came before and stayed late after school, even giving their weekend to build the float for the January 20th Parade in Ft. Pierce. Students worked in their free time to paint, construct, connect, and create the float. Cheerleaders and family members, along with staff and administration braved the cold, rainy weather to pump up the spirit along the parade path. Our … Read More

Shark Chefs from Ms. Tremblay’s Culinary Class completed their Entrepreneurship Unit! Students were thrilled to create their vision for a Food Truck. On the final day before class presentations, Teppan Nyoko, one of SLWK8’s Business Partners came to teach and support our students. They were on-site for students to learn about the inside workings of this business model. Students were invited to cook some incredible hibachi specialties. They also had the opportunity to try some of the delicious offerings Ram serves to his patrons. It was a memorable experience for everyone, and Shark Nation could not be prouder. A huge … Read More

Mrs. Boham’s SLWK8 STEAM SHARKS added a touch of mint to sweeten the end of their semester and year.  Previously, students designed candy bars and then voted to pick the favorite from each class, then an overall favorite for all classes. The winning bar was “Snowy Days” which was created by 7th graders.  Students layered in the fun when they proved themselves as chocolatiers and made a batch of the bars for themselves. While not ready to go into full production, the candy bar was a yummy treat to enjoy before winter break. Students truly enjoyed and loved their delicious designs!