Category: District News

Martha Underwood, Volunteer Coordinator for St. Lucie Public Schools, presented the Golden and Silver School Awards to area schools in February.  The awards are based upon volunteerism and the number of schools receiving recognition  continues to grow each year.   The Golden School Award (Elementary or Secondary Schools) A minimum of 80% of the school staff participate in training related to school volunteerism Designated school–based Volunteer Coordinator Total number volunteer service hours equals twice the number of students enrolled in the school The Silver School Award (Secondary Schools) Designated school-based Volunteer Coordinator Student volunteers and faculty must both receive orientation … Read More

President of the Education Foundation, St. Lucie County Thom Jones presented a check to the St. Lucie School Board for $72,000.  This check represents the generous grant awards provided by the Foundation’s Board of Director’s for educational programs in St. Lucie Public Schools. The St. Lucie County Education Foundation advances K-12 public education in St. Lucie County by increasing the capacity and resources of the district in partnership with key stakeholders. Our local Education Foundation serves as the conduit for private sector investment and community involvement in our public schools. The SLC Education Foundation serves as the primary link between … Read More

Principal Susan Seal was recognized at the February School Board Meeting for her leadership in music education.  The Florida Music Education Association (FMEA) Awards Committee presented Principal Susan Seal of Treasure Coast High School (TCHS) with the 2018 FMEA Secondary Administrator of the Year Award on January 12 during the FMEA Professional Development Clinic/Conference at the Tampa Bay Convention Center. This prestigious award is given to a school administrator who is not a professional music educator, but who displays ardent support of the school music program. It recognizes leadership, excellence in encouragement and promotion of music education in Florida schools. … Read More

Northport Step Up America Citizen Alert! Students in Mrs. Matteson’s seventh period class were asked what it means to be an alert citizen. Students responded that being aware of what is going in around them is vital. Mrs. Stone, Northport Dean pulled up the American Security Council website and had students read about suspicious activity and how to observe it in their neighborhoods and school. Students read about characteristics of suspicious activity that includes: items that have been abandoned, strangers eliciting information, loitering, internet or social media messages and posts and more. Students discussed what might happen if these events … Read More

On Saturday, February 10, education’s shining stars walked the red carpet during the annual St. Lucie County Education Foundation’s Night of the Stars gala.  This annual event was broadcast live from Lincoln Park Academy’s grand auditorium. Each of the St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) distinguished honorees representing their respective schools was recognized for outstanding service, and honored with awards.  As the envelopes were opened and names were called, Samantha Lamora stepped forward as St. Lucie County’s Teacher of the Year.  She is a first grade teacher at Savanna Ridge Elementary School where she exercises her belief that she can be … Read More

This month, the Florida Department of Education, students and educators are celebrating Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month with the 2018 theme, “Celebrate Today and Own Tomorrow.” “We are proud to offer Floridians a public education system that was designed to help students of all ages and backgrounds reach their academic and career goals,” said Commissioner of Education Pam Stewart. “Many students have gained the professional skills necessary to succeed through the Career and Technical Education programs available in all of our state’s school districts and colleges. Career and Technical Education Month is a great time to highlight the tremendous … Read More

Florida Prepaid College Plans offers five Prepaid tuition plans to fit a variety of budgets. Lock in tomorrow’s tuition costs with guaranteed plans starting at $47 per month. Enroll by February 28 to take advantage of those prices during the current Open Enrollment period, the annual time of year when families can start saving for college with a Prepaid Plan. Open Enrollment began October 15, 2017 and runs through February 28, 2018. 1. According to the Florida College System, by 2020, 65 percent of all jobs in Florida will require postsecondary education. 2. The Federal Reserve reports that student debt … Read More

Check out the St. Lucie Public Schools Wellness page for information on the District’s Incentive Program Personal Health Wellness Challenges Wellness Champions Wellness Program Offerings Wellness Resources And More! https://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/health-wellness/

Teen Driver Challenge When: Classroom – February 22 (Thursday) 5:30 – 8 p.m. Driving Range – February 24 (Saturday) 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Where:  St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office Training Room 4700 W. Midway Rd. Ft. Pierce, FL 34981 Contact Person: Carrie Fage Training Unit (772) 462.3607 The Teen Driver Challenge is an effective program providing information and first hand experience. If confronted with an emergency situation students who complete this course will have the knowledge and skills to react accordingly and reduce the chance of becoming a statistic. The Teen is required to have a valid Florida Operators License, or a Learner’s … Read More

Don’t miss an opportunity on February 22nd to learn about and gather resources for career opportunities within the community. Speak with career counselors about adult and vocational programs as well as options for personal career planning. This is a FREE event at Lawnwood Elementary School on Thursday, February 22nd from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm.      

 Join The Parent Academy of St. Lucie County for Two Upcoming Workshops! Both Are Informative and FREE   Parenting Wisely February 12, February 22, March 1, March 8 Secrets of Modern Parenting March 22, March 29, April 5, April 12            

It’s flu season, and working together there are some everyday preventive actions we can take to help slow the spread of germs that may offer some protection against the flu.   Try to avoid close contact with sick people.   If you or your child gets sick with flu-like illness, stay home for at least 24 hours after the fever is gone except to get medical care or for other necessities.   Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.   Wash your hands often … Read More

One hundred ninety early childhood educators laughed and learned at the “St. Lucie Speaks…and Listens” Conference at Fort Pierce Central High School on Saturday, February 3, 2018. The conference was presented by ALPI-Head Start, Early Learning Coalition of SLC, Children’s Services Council, St. Lucie County Education Foundation and St. Lucie Public Schools. The conference’s keynote speaker was Jennifer Faber of the Florida Children’s Council.

Fort Pierce Central High School’s culinary chefs prepared and served area business leaders a delicious breakfast at the Chamber of Commerce Business & Education Breakfast sponsored by the St. Lucie County Education Foundation! At this quarterly breakfast, attendees also enjoyed tours of Fort Pierce Central’s career and technical academies,thus providing a closer look at what students are learning in preparation for their next step into college and/or career opportunities. These events are available throughout the year at various school sites, and we invite you to join.  For more information and upcoming opportunities, visit: Chamber website: http://stluciechamber.org/…/education-business-breakfast-a…/ and https://www.facebook.com/stlucieschools/ THIS IS … Read More

VPK Registration Is Now Open for the 2018-2019 School Year To be eligible, children must be 4 years old on or before September 1, 2018 Free Full Day Program Register Before February 22, 2018   For More Information Visit:  http://www.stlucie.k12.fl.us/our-programs/voluntary-pre-k/            

Tallahassee-based artist Thomas H. Lewis aims to create one-of-a-kind colorful, detailed, complex and exciting works of stained glass art that capture and translate images in a manner that reflects the reality, emotion and true nature of the subject being presented. Lewis has worked in the medium of stained glass for more than 23 years. His concentration has been in perfecting the copper foil technique, which allows the subject to be translated onto glass in realistic detail. The objective in all of Lewis’ work is to achieve a detailed realistic presentation of the subject; be it humans, flowers and plants, animals … Read More

St. Lucie Public Schools seventh graders don’t just talk about perceived problems in the community, they seek solutions and find ways to put their plans into action in this year’s Project Citizen Showcase.   Distinguished judges from area municipalities, research centers, and community organizations will speak to students about their projects and discern award status.  The event is scheduled for Wednesday, February 14 at IRSC’s Kight Center on the Fort Pierce campus from 8:45 AM to 12:30 PM.   Kate Ems, coordinator for this event, explains that seventh grade students work to identify a problem in their community, research public … Read More

Three teachers were named as finalists for St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) Teacher of the Year during surprise announcements on Monday, January 22nd.  Luca Bradley (Fort Pierce Central High School), Luke Hall (Treasure Coast High School), and Samantha Lamora (Savanna Ridge Elementary School) reveled in the news from delegates representing SLPS, School Board, St. Lucie County Education Foundation, and MidFLORIDA Credit Union. SLPS Superintendent E. Wayne Gent said, “Our Teacher of the Year finalists are outstanding individuals who are stand-outs in their profession.  These are the individuals students grow up to remember as that ‘special someone’ who made a difference … Read More