Category: School News

Mosaic Owls in Grades 3-5 enjoyed a GLOW party on campus with their teachers, Mrs. Schwenger and Mrs. Mimnaugh before Spring Break, celebrating their growth from the FALL PM1 to the Winter PM2 Reading & Math state assessments. We are so proud of you, Owls! Want to Grow Before PM3? Try These 3 Smart Strategies! 1. Read Every Day Even 15–20 minutes a day helps! Pick books, articles, or stories you enjoy. The more you read, the better your vocabulary and comprehension get! 2. Practice Writing Write a short journal entry, a story, or even a summary of what you … Read More

Forest Grove Middle School was excited to provide the opportunity for our 8th-grade students to attend the Maritime and Marine Career Expo. The purpose of this trip was to connect the students with local leaders to learn about the potential careers in the maritime and environmental science related fields. We strive to provide our students with opportunities to plan for the future as they grow during their limited time in middle school with us. We want our 8th-grade students to see what options they have for their future as they begin to prepare for their transition to high school in … Read More

St. Lucie West Centennial High School’s track team delivered an outstanding performance at the St. Lucie County Track Championship. The boys’ team emerged as SLC Champions, while the girls’ team secured the runner-up position. The track team showcased the depth of talent and dedication among the athletes. The boys’ team had several first-place winners: Giovani Jean-Pierre dominated the sprints, winning the 100m and 400m events. Dominic Dimarco excelled in the 800m, while Adam Kirkwood took first place in the 3200m. Emmanuel Dorelus Jr. impressed in the Long Jump. The boys also excelled in relay events, with the 4×1 team (Marc … Read More

Fort Pierce Central High School’s Culinary Arts program continues to amaze with its outstanding achievements and remarkable talent! A huge round of applause to Chef Strell, Chef Swertfager, and the stellar team of students: Isabell, Peyton, Joshua, Lily, Alana, Channisse, and Wyatt. Your hard work, creativity, and passion have truly paid off. Special recognition goes to Lily, Peyton, and Wyatt for their incredible performance in the Waiters Relay. Your precision, teamwork, and dedication were nothing short of spectacular. The edible centerpiece crafted by the team was not only intricate but also a masterpiece of detail and beauty—showcasing the incredible artistry … Read More

Our beloved Titan Sound had an incredible opportunity to showcase their craft at the Music in our Schools event on March 27th. Our students did a wonderful job, impressing everyone with their talent and dedication. Their performance was a testament to their hard work and passion for music. We are so proud of their achievements and the way they represented our school. The event was a fantastic platform for our students to shine and demonstrate their musical abilities. It was heartwarming to see the support from the community and the enthusiasm of the audience. The experience highlighted not only the … Read More

The St. Lucie Education Foundation, Children’s Services Council of St. Lucie County, and The Fort Pierce Rotary Club visited Lawnwood Elementary and provided a dictionary for every second-grade student. Our students will benefit from this generous donation of brand-new student dictionaries and free passes to the Manatee Center. We appreciate the commitment of these local agencies for enhancing our students’ learning in such a unique way. Students need dictionaries because they provide information about words such as pronunciation, spelling, meanings, parts of speech, and more. Providing students with their own dictionary will support them as they develop their language skills … Read More

We are thrilled to congratulate the eighth grade Oak Hammock Osprey Band on earning a Straight Superior rating at the Florida Band Masters Association Music Performance Assessment! This remarkable achievement reflects their hard work, dedication, and passion for music. As a result, they are now among the highest-rated bands in the state. We couldn’t be prouder of their accomplishments, and we are excited to see what they will achieve next. This recognition is a true testament to their excellence, and we are so proud to celebrate this moment with them! Their success inspires us all to strive for greatness. #OspreyBand … Read More

On a breezy Saturday morning, the Fort Pierce community came alive with a shared purpose. Over 70 Fort Pierce Central High School students, accompanied by an LPA student, gathered at the Manatee Center for the beloved tradition of the Kimberly Pearson Memorial Oceanside Cleanup. This sixth annual event proved to be yet another joyful success, embodying the spirit of dedication and togetherness that has become a hallmark of this Cobra initiative. Kimberly Pearson’s life-long legacy shone brightly as her mother, Susie Pearson, joined the volunteers to honor her memory. Alongside her were enthusiastic supporters, including Mrs. Armada, Mrs. Devlin, and … Read More

St. Lucie West Centennial High School is proud to announce the outstanding achievements of our students in the “Drop Savers” poster contest, organized by Port St. Lucie Utility Systems. This contest is aimed at promoting water conservation awareness among students. We are thrilled to celebrate the success of our four winners, each representing a different grade level. Congratulations to Brandon Cabrera (9th grade), Tienshi Chow (10th grade), Paige Hager (11th grade), and Gleidi Mercedes Picado (12th grade) for their creative and impactful posters. Their work highlights the importance of water conservation and showcases the artistic talent and environmental consciousness of … Read More

Our dedicated students who exemplified the PBIS Titan expectations were recently rewarded for their outstanding efforts! Meeting attendance and behavior standards was no easy feat, but our Titans rose to the challenge and surpassed expectations. To celebrate, Titans enjoyed their inaugural Food Truck Festival and Spring Powderpuff games. A special thank you goes out to our incredible vendors for making this event a success and providing a delicious reward for our students! Additionally, our students embraced the Titan competitive spirit during our first annual Spring Powderpuff game. Our talented Titan athletes stepped out of their usual roles to coach, teach, … Read More

Fort Pierce Westwood wanted to share the news of Cody Wheatly, a 2020 Fort Pierce Westwood Academy graduate, that won the GOLD medal in figure skating while representing the Special Olympics Team USA at the 2025 Special Olympics World Winter Games in Turin, Italy!  While at Fort Pierce Westwood Academy, Cody competed on the local Special Olympics team. After graduation, Cody moved to Alabama. Cody continued to follow his passion for competition in Alabama. This passion led him to join and begin to compete with the Alabama state Special Olympics team. Congratulations Cody! #WestwoodonTop #ProudPanther. Attached are some photos and … Read More

The Lincoln Park High School and Middle School Orchestras recently participated in the Florida Orchestra Association Music Performance Assessments held on March 11, where they both earned commendable Excellent ratings overall. Additionally, they achieved Superior ratings for their sight-reading performances, showcasing their impressive musical skills and preparation. This year marked a significant milestone for Lincoln Park Academy, as the school proudly sent a remarkable total of 96 students to this year’s Music Performance Assessments, which took place at Vero Beach High School. The attendance was a record-breaking achievement, highlighting the growing interest and participation in the music program. The director, … Read More

On Saturday, March 29th, the 6th annual Kimberly Pearson Ocean-Side Clean-Up will take place from 9-11 am beginning at the Manatee Center, 480 North Indian River Drive in Fort Pierce. This cherished community event, which focuses on protecting the area’s natural beauty, fostering environmental stewardship, and honoring the lifetime learning legacy of Fort Pierce Central High School Marine Science teacher Kimberly Pearson, is seeking volunteers from our district to come together to make a tangible difference. Starting at the Manatee Center, volunteers will receive gloves, and trash grabbers before tackling debris along the oceanfront. The clean-up will be extended to … Read More

Fort Pierce Central High School celebrated the academic achievements of its brightest stars by honoring the top 10 students of the 2025 graduating class with personalized yard signs. These heartwarming visits added a personal and neighborly touch highlighting the hard work, determination, and excellence demonstrated by these scholars throughout their high school journey. School administrators proudly unveiled the colorful yard signs celebrating the Top 10 Ranking of these outstanding seniors. Each sign serves as a public acknowledgment of their dedication and perseverance, recognizing not only their stellar academic records but also their contributions to the school and community. The event … Read More

On Saturday, March 8th, students from Fort Pierce Central High School’s Beta Club joined forces with local volunteers for the annual “Great American Clean Up,” a nationwide initiative that encourages citizens to roll up their sleeves and work toward a cleaner, greener environment. Their efforts this year were focused on the scenic areas surrounding the Manatee Center and nearby beaches, leaving behind not just cleaner grounds but also an inspiring sense of community pride. Armed with buckets, trash bags and plenty of enthusiasm, Beta Club members and other volunteers scoured the area, picking up litter ranging from plastic bottles to … Read More

Forest Grove Middle School is proud to announce that our St. Lucie County Fair Display won in the category of Overall Kiwanis Pick! We are so grateful for all of the efforts and dedication that Mrs. Grant and her Art students presented while preparing the beautiful and creative artwork for this display. Mrs. Grant’s neon light vision truly came to life and her students understood the assignment. Some created works of art that were beyond expectations and added a new direction to the display. Hard work does not go unnoticed at Forest Grove. We know that Mrs. Grant and her … Read More

Congratulations to our awesome front office staff! The team including Ms. Ulecia, Ms. Jones, Ms. Brown, and Ms. Ingram placed 2nd in the district’s Wellness Sleep Challenge. We are so proud of all of our Bulldogs. Let’s keep the winning streak going Forest Grove! The Wellness Sleep Challenge was a three-week challenge that was held from January 13 through January 31st. The overall goal for this challenge was for each participant to improve their overall energy, personal and professional productivity, and health. Details of this challenge included finding a team of 4-6 participants within SLPS and to achieve 7-8 hours of … Read More

Bayshore Elementary’s first grade has embarked on an exciting new unit about 2 and 3-dimensional shapes! To introduce this fascinating topic, Mrs. Jones’ class spent time engaging in a hands-on activity with playdough. The students built various shapes, learning to identify them by their names and counting how many sides each shape has. This creative exercise not only helped the students grasp the basic properties of shapes but also allowed them to explore and experiment with their own creations. The playdough session was a fantastic way to make geometry fun and accessible for young learners. We are thrilled to see … Read More

Self-Care Week at the Grove has begun!! We’re going into spring break with pleasant vibes and good energy! Thank you to Discovery Coffee Shop, our community partners for supplying yummy beverages for our staff!!! Monday’s theme was Mindful Monday: “Always fill your own cup first and allow the world to benefit from the overflow.” In addition to Discovery Coffee Shop’s generous donation of coffee, we offered a variety of teas and hot chocolate with all the toppings. We want our faculty and staff to go into Spring Break with the mindset to remember self-care. In addition to this, we had … Read More

Recently, Mrs. Jennifer Richardson, SLPS board member, spent a day with the Food Service team at Centennial High School. Her visit provided a firsthand look at the dedication and creativity of our staff, who work tirelessly to provide nutritious meals to our students. Mrs. Richardson was impressed by the team’s ability to innovate and create a positive atmosphere, enhancing student satisfaction. Her experience also brought back memories of her time working in an elementary school cafeteria, highlighting the significant advancements in school food service over the years. She emphasized the essential role our Food Service personnel play in supporting our … Read More