Medical Detective Students at St. Lucie West K8 use microscopes for their protozoan classification lesson. Students also participated in the St. Lucie County Regional STEM Fair!
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The Palm Pointe Jazz Band performed at the MPA festival. They received a superior rating (the highest rating you can achieve) for their performances. Congratulations to all of the band students and Mr. Hatfield!
On Wednesday, February 8th at Port St. Lucie High School, the Senior Class of 2023 celebrated their final year in High School with a senior pinning event. During this year’s ceremony, the auditorium was filled with parents and supporters. Port St. Lucie High School was honored to include guest speaker, Dr. Adrian Ocampo. The Jaguar Battalion presented the Colors for the senior class of 2023. Cadet Captain Michael Coccaro as National Flag Bearer, Cadet First Sergeant Eathan Clayton as State Flag Bearer, Cadet Captain Isaac Mendez as the Right Guard, and Cadet First Sergeant Jeremiah Davis as the Left Guard.
Congratulations to the SLW Centennial Navy JROTC “Navy Eagles Black Talon” Drill Competition Team! They competed on Saturday, February 4th, 2023 at Flanagan High School and earned multiple trophies during the Flanagan “Stars and Stripes” Competition Drill Meet in Pembroke Pines, Florida. The Comp Team earned the following awards: 1st Place Personal Inspection (Trophy) 2nd Place 100m Relay (Trophy) 3rd Place Color Guard (Trophy) 3rd Place Team Push-Ups (Trophy) 5th Place Overall Athletics (Trophy) 5th Place Overall Competition (Trophy) 5th Place Armed Exhibition 5th Place Unarmed Exhibition Drill 5th Place Team Sit-Ups 5th Place Overall Academics And please congratulate Cadet … Read More
Mosaic Digital Academy K-5 students traveled back in time on a fun, interactive historical journey through the Oxbow Eco-center Preserve. Students experienced events from Florida’s history from both a human and wildlife perspective while learning about Florida’s abundant natural resources. A deep look at how humans have altered Florida’s watersheds gave students an opportunity to think deeply about how they can protect this fragile ecosystem they call home for the future.
Frontiers in History Social Studies Department Chairperson Sharon Ortiz celebrates with the 2023 FPC National History Day honorees. Exhibits: Valerie Andre: The First Woman to Fly a Helicopter in Combat by Valentina Catu, District Candidate. The Enigma of World War II by Elizabeth Mason, District Candidate. 1968 East LA Walkouts by Gabriella Scozzafava, Tiara Johnson, and Gabriela St. Hilaire, District Candidates. War of the Spanish Succession by Alonzo Mendoza and Armando Campos. A Brave New World: Ellis Island by Valentina Niederhofer. Mexican American War by Rebecca Mendez. The Berlin Wall by Tyler Reid and Christine Stoyanova. The Victorian Era by Dania Jean-Philippe. Research Papers: The California Gold Rush by Alana Rivera, District Candidate. Haitian Revolution: How did it Affect Haiti by Rossini Janvier. Websites: Stone Wall Riots by Matthew … Read More
Students from Lincoln Park Academy competed in the 35th Annual St. Lucie County STEM Fair on January 13, 2023. Below is the list of winners. WAY TO GO GREYHOUNDS! Category Name of Award Student Name(s) Senior Physics & Astronomy 2nd Place Jayden Nargen 10th grade Ms. McGoon Senior Physics & Astronomy 1st Place Nachbi Pierre 10th grade Ms. McGoon Junior State Junior State Qualifier Amani Webb 6th grade Mr. Logue Junior Physics & Astronomy 2nd Place Amani Webb 6th grade Mr. Logue Junior Physics & Astronomy 1st Place Jonathan V. Beam 8th grade Mrs. Gearhart Junior Chemistry 1st Place … Read More
Students from all over the county work with One Blood for their blood drive donation. The majority of the schools utilize their Allied Health programs to host this voluntary event for their campus. Just one blood donation can save up to three lives. Thank you to our CTE Month Sponsors: James Brann (Porch Factory), Sharita Walker (MidFlorida Credit Union), Certiport, Texas Roadhouse, Maddie Williams & the Treasure Coast Builders Association, Chris Russo (Howling Rooster), Robert Sharot (Carpets Etc.), and Jeannette Smith (NuSkin).
To celebrate literacy at Mosaic Digital Academy, 5th-grade students in Mrs. Mimnaugh’s class put “Hats on for Reading”, while 2nd graders in Mrs. Lankow’s class dressed up as their favorite word for “Vocabulary Day”. Students also participated in read-aloud sessions and brought out the “Virtual Red Carpet”, wearing red in class to be “Well Read”. Awesome job Owls! #virtualfun #literacyweek
Indian River State College Culinary Institute and Hospitality and Tourism Program hosted an educational tour for FPC’s Culinary students. During the visit, the students were able to participate in the youtube simulcast of the No Vacancy Live podcast with Glenn Haussman and Anthony Melchiorri; and the guest was Greg Juceam, the President and CEO of Extended Stay America. It was an interesting day where students continued to build rapport with IRSC Professors, toured the IRSC Culinary Institute, met current IRSC students and FPC alumni, were served a delicious lunch, and were exposed to exciting aspects of the Hospitality industry. More … Read More
The Palm Pointe Jazz Band was invited to play the pre-show for the annual St. Lucie Public Schools Night of the Stars. The band had several featured soloists as well as some swing, rock, and Latin tunes. Way to go Palm Pointe!!
Congratulations to Chef Chris Balachak, St. Lucie West Centennial High Culinary Arts Instructor, and her students who received a Rachel Ray $5,000 Grow Grant to purchase new equipment shelving, hand tool bins, and temperature/moisture resistant shelving. In addition, the St. Lucie Education Foundation matched the $5,000 awarded by Rachel Ray so they have another $5,000 to spend on upgrades to their catering facility. Go Eagles!
Beta Club sponsor Carolyn Collins is beyond proud that FPC Beta members placed 14 times in the state competition in Orlando. Cobras competed against 45 Beta Clubs in the state of Florida. FPC Beta members are eligible to compete in the national competition this summer in Kentucky! Congratulations to: Black and White Photography – Olivia Donnelly – 1st place Digital Art Division 1 – Makayla Vasser – 3rd place Digital Art Division 2 – Nico Tovar – 1st place Engineering – Lucas Salcedo, Rocky (Mohammed) Hai, Nico Tovar, Carrigan Cramer – 1st place Spanish – Maria Granados – 2nd place … Read More
Sixth grade students in Mr. Fess’ STEM class created working wind-turbines out of old toy motors as part of their “Energy & the Environment” curriculum. All students designed, created, tested, and improved their own creations. Students rated their electricity production using a multimeter and made changes to their builds to improve their efficiency. Students at the middle school level are introduced to Career & Technical Education and STEM at Northport K8 within Mr. Fess’ class. #CTE Month, #EDC, #CareerSourceResearchCoast, #NorthportK8 Thank you to our CTE Month sponsors: James Brann (Porch Factory), Sharita Walker (MidFlorida Credit Union), Certiport, Texas Roadhouse, Treasure … Read More
St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office Drone Team presented to criminal justice students at St. Lucie West Centennial High School. Students also learned about the law enforcement vehicle and law enforcement related procedures. #CTEMonth, #CareerSourceResearchCoast, #EDC – Economic Development Council of St. Lucie County, #SLCSO CTE Month Sponsors: James Brann-Porch Factory, Sharita Walker-MidFlorida Credit Union, Certiport, Texas Roadhouse, Maddie Williams (Treasure Coast Builders Association), Howling Rooster, Carpets Etc., and NuSkin.
Lincoln Park Academy Orchestra is proud to announce that violinist Giselle Arana-Cisneros, grade 9, was recently awarded Concertmaster of the Florida Orchestra Association All State Concert Orchestra in January! The Florida Music Education Conference was held in Tampa on January 11-14 and featured All State performing groups from various different areas of music performance. Giselle auditioned for her placement and was awarded this honor from 18 first violins. This talented musician is not only in orchestra but in chorus as well and has performed with many area community orchestras including the Treasure Coast Youth Symphony.
Students with the Principal’s Honor Roll and A/B Honor Roll enjoyed time out on the patio to celebrate their hard work! We are so proud of their hard work!
Juniors & Seniors attended the HBCU College Fair at the Fenn Center to explore the next steps after graduation. Several students received offers and scholarships on-site! Keep up the great work! ?
Fort Pierce Westwood Academy hosted Innovation Zone – a night dedicated to students interested in all the wonderful things FPWA has to offer such as STEAM, History Fair, Leader in Me, CTE and Magnet programs, classes offered at the Marine Oceanographic Academy, and more!
Fort Pierce Westwood’s MOA AICE Marine 1 students got an opportunity to learn about FAU Harbor Branch’s Marine Mammal Research and Conservation Program (MMRC). The mission of this program is to “Protect Wild Dolphins and Whales” through conservation, stranding response, research, collaboration, and education. Mr. Steve Burton, Director of Marine Mammal Stranding and Population Assessment at FAU’s Harbor Branch, along with his team, gave a hands-on demonstration to the students about the Marine Mammal Ambulance Transport System and rescue operations and answered all their questions. Students got to act as marine dolphins and worked in teams to learn rescue operations.