Category: School News

At the 10th Annual Indian River Lagoon Science Festival, held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., students from Morningside Elementary proudly represented their school as Everglades Ambassadors and participants in the Need Project. These enthusiastic young learners hosted an engaging conservation booth, sharing their knowledge and passion for environmental stewardship with festival attendees. The event, which was free to the public, featured a wide variety of interactive exhibits from organizations across the Treasure Coast, along with exciting stage performances, raffles, and other family-friendly activities. It was a vibrant celebration of science and learning, perfectly aligned … Read More

Treasure Coast High School proudly celebrates 9th grader Kendyl Jarema as our Treasure Coast High School Titan of the Week! Recognized by Mr. Walby, Kendyl exemplifies maturity, responsibility, and a deep commitment to academic excellence. Her daily engagement in learning and personal growth sets a powerful example for her peers. Kendyl’s respectful and inclusive attitude fosters a positive environment for both students and staff, making her a true role model on campus. Her character and leadership reflect the core values of what it means to be a Titan. We’re honored to spotlight Kendyl and her outstanding contributions to our school … Read More

The Port St. Lucie High School Air Rifle team continues to dominate the virtual match circuit, securing their third consecutive victory against Olympic High School. With a score of 880, eight of those bullseyes, the team showcased precision, discipline, and consistency that reflect their dedication to excellence. Meanwhile, the Jaguar’s Battalion Air Rifle team made a powerful statement at Saturday’s 3 Position Air Rifle (PAR) match, finishing 3rd out of nine competing organizations. Their impressive score of 886, nine of those bullseyes, placed them among the top contenders in the region. Leading the charge was Team Captain James White, whose … Read More

At Oak Hammock K-8, learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door—it stretches into the gym, where elementary students are discovering that math and movement make a powerful team! This week, our Physical Education program took an exciting turn by integrating 3rd grade math standards into hands-on activities that brought geometry to life. Students explored key concepts like area, perimeter, quadrilaterals, and symmetry through dynamic games and challenges that encouraged teamwork, critical thinking, and physical engagement. Each activity was carefully designed to reinforce Florida’s 3rd grade math benchmarks while making learning active and fun. Throughout the week, students used math vocabulary … Read More

In Ms. Gagliano’s Kindergarten class at Weatherbee Elementary, math came to life through a fun game of musical chairs! Students are currently working on Unit 4 – Understanding Addition and Subtraction, with today’s focus on making connections to addition as “putting together” or “counting on” (NSO.3.1). As music played, students moved around the room, eagerly waiting for it to stop. When it did, they quickly sat down, grabbed a dry-erase board and marker, ready to write down the equation announced by their teacher. Using the counting on strategy, students solved each problem, proudly showing their work before erasing and jumping back into the next round. The classroom … Read More

Fort Pierce Central High School proudly celebrated over 400 students this past Wednesday for their outstanding learning gains on the ELA PM1 assessment. These gains, measured against last year’s PM3 performance, mark a significant step forward in academic growth and set a strong foundation for future success. In adaptive testing, PM1 plays a crucial role in shaping the difficulty of subsequent assessments. A strong PM1 score leads to a more personalized and manageable PM2, ultimately boosting performance on PM3. This year, Fort Pierce Central students showed a 2% increase in both learning gains and proficiency compared to the same time … Read More

We are thrilled to celebrate Mr. Michael Schwerer of Fort Pierce Central High School. He was named TCPalm’s Teacher of the Week for October 12–17! Garnering an impressive 58.25% of the 14,093 votes cast, Mr. Schwerer’s recognition reflects the deep admiration and support he receives from students, parents, colleagues, and the entire school community. This honor highlights Mr. Schwerer’s unwavering dedication to education and the positive impact he makes in the lives of his students every day. His passion for teaching and commitment to excellence inspire those around him and elevate the learning experience at Fort Pierce Central. We are … Read More

Centennial Eagles are soaring to new learning opportunities.  Our St. Lucie West Centennial High School Early Childhood students have been actively learning through hands-on experiences. Over the past month, they completed their Baby Think It Over lessons, with some even taking the babies home for the weekend. This immersive activity gave students a realistic glimpse into the responsibilities of caring for a newborn—highlighting the importance of patience, empathy, and dedication. Their commitment to learning and growth has been truly inspiring. We’re incredibly proud of our Eagles for embracing this challenge and demonstrating such maturity and care. Keep soaring high, Eagles!  … Read More

Some of our Bayshore Elementary Jaguars wore orange to represent Unity Day! By wearing orange, our students and staff showed a collective visual statement that bullying is not OK, and that everyone deserves to feel safe and included. The vibrant color creates an impactful and powerful statement that can be seen across schools and communities, helping to raise awareness. The counselors went on the Morning News and shared a message of unity while also promoting being a friend, not a foe! Wearing orange is a simple way to visibly demonstrate that a community, school, or classroom is standing together against … Read More

A huge thank you to Mr. Fraum and the incredible St. Lucie West Centennial High School Culinary students for their outstanding support at the Village Green Boo Bash! Our Eagles showcased excellence by preparing delicious food, maintaining spotless workspaces, and serving with enthusiasm and professionalism. Their teamwork and positive energy made the event a memorable experience for all. We’re proud of our students for representing SLW Centennial with heart and dedication. This partnership with Village Green continues to thrive, and we look forward to many more impactful moments together. Eagles are World Changers.  Great job EAGLES!!!  We are Eagle strong.

What a night! Port St. Lucie High School’s Homecoming 2025 officially kicked off with a bang! First up, the annual Jag Challenge in the Jaguar Gymnasium was as competitive and fun as ever! Students faced off in a variety of classic, field-day style games—it was a true test of strength, teamwork, and Jaguar spirit! Check out the intensity of that Tug-of-War! But the best part? The BONFIRE IS BACK! After a few years on hiatus, the tradition returned in spectacular fashion following the Jag Challenge. There’s nothing like gathering around a massive fire with your friends to celebrate Homecoming! It’s … Read More

A heartfelt thank you to Emmaline Harvey, head of the K–12 PE/Health Curriculum team, for providing our students at St. Lucie West Centennial High School with this incredible learning opportunity! Our HOPE students recently participated in a Hands-Only CPR instructional session, where they learned and practiced essential chest compression techniques. The session was a great success—every student had the chance to engage, practice, and build confidence in performing life-saving CPR. We are deeply grateful for partnerships like this that empower our Eagles with real-world skills. This experience truly reflects our commitment to student growth and shows that we are, without … Read More

Bayshore Elementary proudly celebrated students who demonstrated outstanding behavior during the first nine weeks of school! Students who did not receive a BIR or referral were invited to a special outdoor celebration filled with fun activities. They enjoyed relay races, spoon and egg challenges, soccer ball kicks, and a sweet treat to top it off. Smiles and laughter filled the air as students were recognized for making positive choices. This celebration supports our commitment to the SPOTS expectations: Safe, Polite, On Task, Treat others with respect, and show how to be responsible. We believe in rewarding students who consistently follow … Read More

Our 3rd–5th Grade Mosaic Owls had an unforgettable visit yesterday from the Oxbow Eco-Center, where students got up close with snakes, turtles, and other fascinating Florida wildlife! Hands-on experiences like these help students connect science to the real world—understanding how animals adapt to their habitats, how ecosystems stay in balance, and how our choices impact the environment we share. A huge thank-you to our visiting wildlife scientist from Oxbow for bringing the wonders of nature to life! Our Mosaic students are definitely inspired to protect our planet and the creatures who call it home. #MosaicOwls #LegendaryLearning #OxbowEcoCenter #STEMinAction #VirtualLearningInTheWild

SLW Centennial High School Culinary students truly brought their learning to life. As part of the unit on Culinary Math and Product Identification, students stepped beyond the pages of the textbook and into a fully immersive, hands-on experience in the kitchen. Instead of reviewing material in a traditional way, students worked collaboratively in small teams to identify various types of small wares, kitchen equipment, and cutlery. The activity encouraged students to think critically and apply their classroom knowledge in a real-world environment, fostering both teamwork and practical understanding. The lab then transitioned into a product identification challenge, where students used … Read More