Category: District News

  Throughout the academic year, metal detectors will be used at schools. During the first quarter, parents and students will be notified in advance about the implementation of metal detectors at their respective schools. For the remainder of the year, the use of metal detectors will be random, periodic, and unannounced.

METAL DETECTORS To enhance security, walk-through metal detectors will be in use periodically and unannounced at athletic events. BAG/BACKPACK GUIDELINES Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, with or without a handle or strap are permitted. Large bags or backpacks will not be permitted at any St. Lucie Public Schools football games. We encourage you to plan accordingly and bring only essential items. FOOTBALL ENTRY RESTRICTIONS There will be no entry allowed after the start of the 3rd quarter. Please make sure to arrive on time to enjoy the full game experience.

As we begin a new academic year, we want to ensure that every family in our district is informed and empowered. The Florida Department of Education has released a letter from Anastasios Kamoutsas, Commissioner of Education, highlighting the importance of parental involvement in education and reaffirming the rights of parents under Florida law. This letter outlines key elements of the Parents’ Bill of Rights, including your role in guiding your child’s education, access to instructional materials, and protections related to health, safety, and privacy. It serves as a reminder that your voice matters and that your partnership is essential to … Read More

St. Lucie Public Schools is pleased to provide you with this Back to School Quick Guide filled with important information for parents and students. Did you know? SLPS is an “A” rated District SLPS Ranks 11th in the State for Middle School Acceleration SLPS Ranks 16th in the State for College and Career Readiness SLPS Ranks 18th in the State for Middle School Acceleration SLPS is one of only three districts in the State that has a graduation rate of 90%+ for 8 consecutive years Cambridge International’s District of the Year for 2022 and 2020 Named a District of Distinction … Read More

Off. Away. All Day. A new Florida Law prohibits elementary and middle school students from using wireless communications devices during the entire school day. This measure will help students stay focused and engaged during school hours. Non-compliance may result in phone confiscation, and a parent or guardian may be required to retrieve the device. Let’s work together to create a distraction-free learning environment! 📘 Please review the Student Code of Conduct for more information. #OffAndAway #SLPSFocus #LearningFirst

Attention SLPS families! All students wishing to use the bus must be registered for the 2025-2026 school year. Please follow these steps to make sure your child is travel ready! 1. Visit: https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/bus/ 2. Complete and submit the form for the school year 2025-2026.* 3. You will receive a confirmation indicating that registration has been completed. 4. The week before school starts, you will receive an automated phone call with specific details of your child’s bus route. Don’t wait — register today to avoid delays! *Please note that addresses must be entered in the proper format. (example: 123 NW Happy … Read More

St. Lucie Public Schools is pleased to provide you with this Back to School Quick Guide filled with important information for parents and students. Did you know? SLPS is an “A” rated District SLPS Ranks 11th in the State for Middle School Acceleration SLPS Ranks 16th in the State for College and Career Readiness SLPS Ranks 18th in the State for Middle School Acceleration SLPS is one of only three districts in the State that has a graduation rate of 90%+ for 8 consecutive years Cambridge International’s District of the Year for 2022 and 2020 Named a District of Distinction … Read More

Off. Away. All Day. A new Florida Law prohibits elementary and middle school students from using wireless communications devices during the entire school day. This measure will help students stay focused and engaged during school hours. Non-compliance may result in phone confiscation, and a parent or guardian may be required to retrieve the device. Let’s work together to create a distraction-free learning environment! 📘 Please review the Student Code of Conduct for more information. #OffAndAway #SLPSFocus #LearningFirst

Attention SLPS families! All students wishing to use the bus must be registered for the 2025-2026 school year. Please follow these steps to make sure your child is travel ready! 1. Visit: https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/bus/ 2. Complete and submit the form for the school year 2025-2026.* 3. You will receive a confirmation indicating that registration has been completed. 4. The week before school starts, you will receive an automated phone call with specific details of your child’s bus route. Don’t wait — register today to avoid delays! *Please note that addresses must be entered in the proper format. (example: 123 NW Happy … Read More

Attention SLPS families! All students wishing to use the bus must be registered for the 2025-2026 school year. Please follow these steps to make sure your child is travel ready! 1. Visit: https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/bus/ 2. Complete and submit the form for the school year 2025-2026.* 3. You will receive a confirmation indicating that registration has been completed. 4. The week before school starts, you will receive an automated phone call with specific details of your child’s bus route. Don’t wait — register today to avoid delays! *Please note that addresses must be entered in the proper format. (example: 123 NW Happy … Read More

Attention SLPS families! All students wishing to use the bus must be registered for the 2025-2026 school year. Please follow these steps to make sure your child is travel ready! 1. Visit: https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/bus/ 2. Complete and submit the form for the school year 2025-2026.* 3. You will receive a confirmation indicating that registration has been completed. 4. The week before school starts, you will receive an automated phone call with specific details of your child’s bus route. Don’t wait — register today to avoid delays! *Please note that addresses must be entered in the proper format. (example: 123 NW Happy … Read More

St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) is proud to announce that for the first time since the state began issuing school district grades, the district has earned a coveted “A” rating from the Florida Department of Education. This historic achievement reflects across-the-board improvements for the second consecutive year, solidifying SLPS as an A-Rated Destination District. Since 2016, SLPS has demonstrated a steady and strategic climb in academic performance, moving from consistent “B” and “C” ratings to this year’s top-tier designation. The district’s unwavering focus on high expectations, student achievement, and instructional excellence has propelled this success. “This ‘A’ rating is a direct result of the hard … Read More

Attention SLPS families! All students wishing to use the bus must be registered for the 2025-2026 school year. Please follow these steps to make sure your child is travel ready! 1. Visit: https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/bus/ 2. Complete and submit the form for the school year 2025-2026.* 3. You will receive a confirmation indicating that registration has been completed. 4. The week before school starts, you will receive an automated phone call with specific details of your child’s bus route. Don’t wait — register today to avoid delays! *Please note that addresses must be entered in the proper format. (example: 123 NW Happy … Read More