Category: School News

Mariposa Elementary’s Award Winning Odyssey of the Mind Team A team of seven creative minds from Mariposa Elementary came together to save creativity through problem solving. Mariposa’s Odyssey of the Mind team went to a regional competition in Riviera Beach, where they won 2nd place! The team members that participated were 5th graders Janellie Alvarez, Sydnee Rubenstein, James Philips, and Samantha Gardner; 4th graders Justin Horton and Mason Mumford; 3rd grader Taylor Wildes. This is the 2nd year in a row that the Mariposa team was able to earn a medal at the regional competition. Their coach, Mrs. Scipioni, is … Read More

Southport Middle School students put on a magnificent performance of the Disney production The Jungle Book for Kids. It all began with an exciting announcement in early January to Mrs. Dusash’s Exceptional Student Education class that all of her students would have an important part to play in the upcoming drama production of The Jungle Book for Kids. According to Ms. Ruby Soto, ESE Para professional and stage hand for the performance, “The students’ enthusiasm was, without any doubt, reflected in their performances” (on March 9, 2017). Mrs. Dudash’s class, along with many other Southport students, put on a performance … Read More

We are pleased to announce the outcome of the Florida Public Service Association 2017 state conference/competition. Treasure Coast High School Criminal Justice Academy students placed in the following events: ·         1st Place – Evidence Packaging, Selina Velazquez ·         2nd Place – Evidence Packaging, Layla Labish ·         3rd Place – Latent Fingerprinting, Chari Rivera ·         5th Place – High Risk (felony) Traffic Stops, Matthew and Timothy Ferreira ·         3rd Place –  Brain Bowl ·         1st Place – Prepared Marketing Poster, Selina Velazquez ·         3rd Place – Use of Force Novice, Matthew Ferreira   In addition, the following six students received eight … Read More

Northport students became researchers and scientists in their classrooms. Hobe Sound Nature Preserve brought live owls to enhance the science lessons learned in school. Students learned about heredity and the difference between owls and red tailed hawks. They learned what owls eat as well as their natural habitats, and they also learned that owls can’t digest foods so they form pellets similar to hairballs. The pellets are filled with bones from their prey. Students were able to dissect sterilized pellets and match bone pieces to figures on a chart. A big thumbs up to this terrific hands-on lesson. Many thanks … Read More

With the support of Special Olympics Coordinators from local high schools, St. Lucie Public Schools hosted its first Unified Track and Field Meet on Wednesday, March 8th at Lawnwood Stadium in Fort Pierce. The Meet started out as a practice run, but it soon turned into a full-fledged event that engaged all participants in a spirited day.  The excitement of the track and field events was infectious and everyone left with smiles on their faces.  

On Friday, February 3, 2017, 26 select 8th grade students from Lincoln Park Academy toured several programs at Indian River State College during Middle School Great Explorations.  These students spent the day gaining valuable hands-on experience in the robotics, photonics, medical services, and computer animation/digital media fields.  The purpose of the trip centered on the connection between secondary education and the world of work, cementing the learning which took place during the 8th grade Naviance activities completed throughout the school year.  Feedback from the students was very encouraging and we can’t wait for next year’s trip!      

Please join St. Lucie Public Schools in supporting the St. Lucie Fire Department as it  hosts a family fun event on April 8th for Autism Awareness.  This family fun day centered around a charity flag football game will also host many vendors and provide fun activities for all ages. This event will be held at the Jessica Clinton Park in Port St. Lucie.  

As 8th graders in St. Lucie Public Schools, we know you are excited to start your high school journey.  You should have received a high school assignment card, and we want to remind you to attend the open house at your new high school on Wednesday, March 22nd at 6:00 pm.   Learn about the course selections, see the school, and meet the staff.   We look forward to welcoming you as our new freshmen class.

Eleven concert bands from throughout St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) participated in the District 13 Concert Band Music Performance Assessments (MPAs) this past weekend. At this assessment, the ensembles perform on Stage 3 prepared numbers for three judges.  One selection must be a march.  Students leave the stage and go into the Sight Reading room.  They are handed a booklet that resembles the booklet that students receive when taking FSAs.  They are directed to different passages in the booklet.  The director is allotted a small amount of time to give brief directions, and the bands are then expected to “sight read” … Read More

What a wonderful morning @Northport K-8 School. We hosted a notable group of community service members who really care about our school. We partnered with Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Saint Lucie County and Americorps to bring the very best learning experience to our VPK-grade through three students. Guest readers included PSL Mayor Greg Oravec, SLPS Board Members Debbie Hawley and Troy Ingersoll, Commisioner Tod Mowery, Star Bright Reading Therapy dogs and their handlers, many members of BBBS and our wonderful volunteers from Port St. Lucie United Methodist Church. Students and community members interacted and learned that Seuss wrote more … Read More

St. Lucie Public Schools congratulates David Hall who represented Fort Pierce Westwood and the District in the State Wrestling Tournament this weekend. David upset a number one seed in the first round in an unbelievable match; he then went on to win 6th place in the State Meet!  David was the only wrestler from St. Lucie County to place at the meet. Congratulations to David, Coach Torres, Coach Bama, and the entire wrestling team for a great season and for representing Westwood with Panther Pride!

Former student, Mark Jattan, comes back to Mariposa Elementary to shadow teachers. Mark is seen here with his former fifth grade teacher, Mrs. Sarah Letsch. Mark is interested in becoming a teacher and is currently attending the University of Central Florida.  He would like to begin his career teaching at the elementary school that started it all for him. He has a great deal of fond memories from Mariposa and would like to continue that tradition for the upcoming generation of Mariposians.

St. Lucie County Fair 2017 Steer Show Results: Kiana Green (Chapter calf) 1st in class Aaron Jackson 2nd in class Bryce Deans 4th in class Rhett Baumann 3rd in class Arielle Fountain Reserve Grand Champion County Bred Calf!

CHOICE OPEN ENROLLMENT WINDOW OF OPPORTUNITY (applies to in-zone and out-of-zone students) Kindergarten – 8th Grade: March 1 – 31 Open Enrollment and School Choice Questions and Answers If my children currently attend a school within my zone, has anything changed for them? No. The new law says my child can enroll in any school in the District. Am I guaranteed a seat at the school of my choice? A seat must be available for your child’s grade at the school. If I want my children to attend the same school outside of my zone, is there any guarantee they … Read More

Plan to attend the Autism Speaks presentation by Liane Holliday-Willey on March 23. Location: St. Lucie School District Board Room Time: 6 PM – 8 PM The FAU CARD Autism Lecture Series is brought to you FREE by a grant from the Harry T. Mangurian Foundation.  

Junior, Sloan Sizemore, won 1st Place in the Individual Performance Category at the St. Lucie Public Schools History Day Fair. Sloan will be competing next at the State History Day Fair in Tallahassee. Congratulations Sloan!      

Congratulations to Centennial’s Wrestling Regional Qualifiers:  Mike Jimolka, 4th place; Garrett Graeser, 2nd place; Tonasis Rolle, 4th place; Kevin Smith, 3rd place; Jacob Holtz, 4th place; JoJo Alford, 4th place; and Logan Henik, 4th place. Go EAGLES!  

St. Lucie Public Schools staff members were celebrated at the February School Board Meeting for demonstrating exemplary customer service. Ana Fernandez (St. Lucie Elementary, Reception) Steve Devlin (WLX-TV, St. Lucie Public Schools Education Channel) Jaeda Williams (WLX-TV, St. Lucie Public Schools Education Channel) Stephen Tipton (WLX-TV, St. Lucie Public Schools Education Channel) Craig Jerome (WLX-TV, St. Lucie Public Schools Education Channel) Mitch Miller (Transportation, Driver for Community Parade Events) Dorothy Barron (Transportation, Driver) Mona Webb (Transportation, Bus Aid and Worksite Leader) James LeBon (West Gate K-8, Band Master and Volunteer for High School Band Programs) Dorothy Barron                                                                               Mona Webb   … Read More

  Black History Month Color Guard By: Sarai Narvaez The Port Saint Lucie High School JROTC cadets were excited to present the colors and be part of the Black History month program at Port Saint Lucie High School. Cadet Sergeant First Class De’vonte Cousar led the Color Guard presenting the national flag, Cadet Commander Sergeant Major Damilola Joloagun presented the state flag, and standing as the guards were Cadet Major Dallas Reyes and Cadet Staff Sergeant Marco Nader. The Color Guard marched in honor to recognize the central role of Black Americans in U.S. history. Soon after the ceremony was … Read More

Bayshore Elementary’s Odyssey of the Mind Team competed on Saturday, February 25, and received 2nd place! The team created a humorous story about a family that brings home an “Odd-a-Bot.” Instead of being programmed to perform tasks, this Odd-a-Bot robot learned from watching others. The team designed an original robot character that demonstrated human characteristics when performing tasks. In the performance, the Odd-a-Bot character moved and learned human actions from watching characters perform activities such as household chores, singing, and dancing. The Odd-a-Bot learned more than it was expected to learn, and confused its actions with humorous results. The team was … Read More