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Our General Knowledge tutors have experience in both content and test-taking strategies. Sessions are offered throughout the year at convenient times. Online Registration in Eventbrite. Contact Sally VanDereedt in Talent Development for registration details.
Kids at Hope embodies the ideal that All Children Are Capable of Success — No Exceptions! As a Kids at Hope Community, schools throughout the county have the support of numerous community groups and organizations to welcome students back to school with a Tunnel of Hope. The tunnel symbolizes the affirmation and inspiration for students’ success in school.
Are you interested in becoming a substitute for St. Lucie Public Schools? We’re hiring now. Get Paid Up to $100 Per Day. #SLPSSubs #stlucieproud Simply click the link below to begin the application process: https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/departments/human-resources/
Attendance matters from the very first day of school. Every day a student is absent is a lost opportunity for learning. Too many absences not only can affect achievement for the absent student but also can disrupt learning for the entire class. Learn more at: https://www.attendanceworks.org/
Partnerships with local businesses such as Phoenix Metals support pathways to success for students in St. Lucie Public Schools Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs. CTE offers a complete range of career options for all students, helping them to discover their interests and the educational pathways that lead to success. These programs offer students the opportunity to achieve industry-recognized certifications, work-based learning experiences, and articulated college credits. CTE helps students gain the technical skills, rigorous academic foundation, and real-world experience they need for post-secondary education and a high-skill, high-wage, high-demand career.
WLX-TV is featuring new episodes this week from both Live United hosted by Kenrick Thomas and UF/IFAS hosted by Ed Skvarch. These episodes feature valuable community information such as the uses and importance of 211, resources to help fight childhood dental issues as well as how to insure your home and valuables this hurricane season. Also, don’t forget to tune-in to catch exclusive video coverage from events such as the Fall Teacher Symposium and New Teacher Orientation. WLX-TV is on Comcast Channel 13 (Fort Pierce), Channel 19 (Port St. Lucie), and Channel 99 on AT&T U-Verse. You can also catch us … Read More
SLPS teachers, staff, and administrators welcome students back to school on Monday, August 12, 2019.
Purpose: To assist parents/guardians with student enrollment Location: Samuel S. Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies – Gymnasium (2250 S. Jenkins Road, Ft. Pierce) Time: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Dates: July 29, 2019 – August 14, 2019 (Monday through Friday) *For your convenience, on-line applications are available 7 days a week/24 hours a day. Visit: https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/departments/student-assignment/
August Rapids Water Park Deals Tuition Discounts Car Rentals Golf Discounts Much More! Visit the SLPS Deals and Discounts Site Today! https://share.stlucie.k12.fl.us/Pages/default.aspx
Celebrate National Night Out Against Crime on August 6th!
Are you interested in becoming a substitute for St. Lucie Public Schools? We’re hiring now. Get Paid Up to $100 Per Day. #SLPSSubs #stlucieproud Simply click the link below to begin the application process: https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/departments/human-resources/
St. Lucie County is a Kids at Hope community: All Children Are Capable of Success — No Exceptions. For more information about opportunities to participate, contact KSingletary@roundtableSLC.org
SCHOOL Time Date Allapattah Flats K-8 3:30 – 5:30 August 8, 2019 Bayshore Elementary 3:30 – 5:30 August 8, 2019 CA Moore Elementary 4:00 – 6:00 August 8, 2019 Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie (CAST) 4:00 – 6:00 August 8, 2019 Dale Cassens Education Complex Elementary 5:30 – 7:00 August 8, 2019 Dale Cassens Education Complex Secondary 5:30 – 7:00 August 7, 2019 Dan McCarty Middle School 4:00 – 6:00 August 7, 2019 Fairlawn Elementary 3:30 – 5:30 August 8, 2019 FK Sweet Elementary 3:30 – 5:30 August 8, 2019 Floresta Elementary 3:30 – 5:30 August 8, 2019 Forest … Read More
The 2019 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday was passed by the Florida Legislature and signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis. This sales tax holiday begins Friday, August 2, 2019, and runs through Tuesday, August 6, 2019. During this sales tax holiday period, qualifying items will be exempt from tax including: certain school supplies selling for $15 or less per item; clothing, footwear, and certain accessories selling for $60 or less per item; and computers and certain accessories selling for $1,000 or less per item, when purchased for noncommercial or personal use. For more information and a list of qualifying … Read More
SLPS is seeking high performing teachers (see eligibility requirements on flyer) to make a difference in the lives and learning of children at Chester A. Moore Elementary and Lawnwood Elementary. Interested? Apply today!
All SLPS Employees and Students are invited to attend a FREE back-to-school event at First Data Field on Friday, August 23rd!
The Division of Student Services and Exceptional Student Education in collaboration with Sandy Hook Promise provided a Signs of Suicide (SOS) Training at Indian River State College for school psychologists, social workers, guidance counselors, and district leaders. The SOS program uses an educational curriculum to teach students to recognize the symptoms of depression and suicide, and can be implemented by existing school personnel within one class period. At its core, the SOS Program relies on three easy-to-remember steps, denoted by the acronym ACT: Acknowledge that you are seeing warning signs and that it is serious Care let your friends know how much you … Read More
You’re invited to help welcome and celebrate our new teachers by participating in the new teacher symposium Tunnel of Hope scheduled for Wednesday, July 31st at 8:00 a.m. at Fort Pierce Central High School. The address is 4101 South 25th Street, Fort Pierce. The Tunnel will be held in the Auditorium at the back of the school. Hope to see you there!
Purpose: To assist parents/guardians with student enrollment Location: Samuel S. Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies – Gymnasium (2250 S. Jenkins Road, Ft. Pierce) Time: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Dates: July 29, 2019 – August 14, 2019 (Monday through Friday) *For your convenience, on-line applications are available 7 days a week/24 hours a day. Visit: https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/departments/student-assignment/
Mark your calendar for the 2019 Back-to-School Non-profit Expo at Grace Way Village. When: Thursday, August 1, from 11 am to 3 pm. Grace Way Village is one of many non-profits looking forward to supporting teachers in their efforts to care for our community’s children! There are many non-profit organizations in the area that can help with the needs of your students.