Category: School News

On September 10, 2026, the Port St. Lucie High School Jaguar Battalion proudly hosted its first blood drive of the academic year in partnership with ONEBLOOD. The event resulted in 60 students, faculty, and staff members donating blood, an effort that has the potential to save at least 84 lives. Cadets played a critical role in the success of the blood drive by supporting key operational and logistical functions throughout the day. Their responsibilities included verifying donor eligibility during check-in, escorting student donors to and from their classrooms, and assisting with post-donation monitoring in the recovery area. Through their professionalism … Read More

Bayshore Elementary kicked off its first PBIS celebration of the school year with a fun-filled Wacky Tacky Day! Students proudly spent 10 Jazzy Cash to participate in this exciting event, showing off their most creative, mismatched, and colorful outfits. Wacky Tacky Day was a special reward to celebrate the hard work and positive choices our students have demonstrated during the first month of school. By consistently following our ROAR Expectations and earning Jazzy Cash, students showed what it means to be respectful, responsible, and ready to learn. Their enthusiasm and school spirit made the day a huge success! We are … Read More

As part of Fort Pierce Central High School’s Road to GreAtness initiative, students enjoyed an exciting and well-deserved reward during the recent PBIS Soda-Pop Shop. The event provided an opportunity for students to redeem the PBIS tickets they have earned through positive behavior, responsibility, and consistent demonstration of school expectations. The celebration extended beyond refreshments, creating an energetic atmosphere that brought students together in a spirit of fun and accomplishment. Students filled the area with enthusiasm as they participated in line dances led by DJ Mr. Volz, whose music and positive energy helped make the event a memorable experience for … Read More

Our first Bulldog Slushy Event of the school year was a huge success! Students were excited to cool off with a refreshing treat while spending time with friends and enjoying a fun-filled early release day. The event provided a special opportunity for our Bulldogs to relax, celebrate, and create lasting memories together. One of the highlights of the day was seeing the joy and excitement on students’ faces as they enjoyed their slushies and participated in the festivities. The energy throughout the cafeteria was contagious, and the positive atmosphere reflected the strong sense of community that makes Forest Grove Middle … Read More

Order up! Fifth graders at Lakewood Park Elementary recently transformed their classroom into a bustling restaurant as part of their decimal unit. Students stepped into the roles of servers, cashiers, and customers — greeting guests, taking orders from a hand-picked menu, totaling bills, and counting back exact change, all using decimal numbers. Every check had to balance, which meant careful adding and subtracting of decimals, double-checking a teammate’s work, and solving problems on the spot when an order changed at the last minute. Along the way, students strengthened their teamwork, communication, and real-world financial literacy skills, discovering that the math … Read More

As we headed into the fourth week of the school year, the excitement and positive energy around Forest Grove Middle School continued to shine. Our Bulldogs are bringing big smiles, strong determination, and bright minds to school each day, creating an environment where learning and growth thrive. Students are embracing new challenges in the classroom, exploring exciting concepts, and building the skills they need for success. Beyond academics, our Bulldogs are enjoying special moments together, including Friday Fun in the cafeteria, where friendships are strengthened and school spirit is celebrated. During lunch, students have the opportunity to use their PBIS … Read More

Palm Pointe’s kindergarten students are digging into learning through their school garden! Thanks to the generous support of our community, new plants have been added to the garden, creating exciting opportunities for students to observe, explore, and learn firsthand. As part of their science studies, students discussed the needs of plants and animals and observed the changes taking place in their growing garden. They will continue to monitor plant growth, care for the garden, and record their observations throughout the year. This hands-on experience helps bring classroom lessons to life by connecting academic concepts to real-world experiences. The garden serves … Read More

Fort Pierce, Florida — September 11, 2026 — The Fort Pierce Westwood Academy Panther Battalion Army JROTC conducted a solemn 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony on Friday in observance of the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. The ceremony brought together cadets, students, faculty, staff, guests, and members of the school community to honor the nearly 3,000 lives lost, recognize the courage and sacrifice of first responders, and reflect on the lasting impact September 11 has had on the nation.  The ceremony and Panther Battalion were led by Battalion Commander Lieutenant Colonel (LTC) Angela Rivera and Battalion Command Sergeant … Read More

Southport Middle School is grateful for the continued generosity and support of Steve Ismen and the Holy Family Catholic Knights of Columbus, whose recent $1,500 donation will make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students and families. This generous contribution will directly support the school’s Grace Pack Pantry, helping provide weekly Grace Pack food bags and holiday food baskets to families experiencing food insecurity. The Grace Pack Pantry plays an important role in ensuring that students have access to nutritious meals beyond the school day, helping meet basic needs so they can focus on learning and success in … Read More

SWBAT recognize the Milky Way galaxy and describe its basic components: gas, dust, stars, and orbiting bodies. (SC.5.E.5.1) SWBAT understand that scientists use models—like drawings, 3D objects, mental images, or computer programs—to help explain how things work. (SC.4.N.3.1, SC.3.N.3.2) The students in Ms. Gibson’s classroom demonstrated creativity and scientific understanding while building models of the Milky Way galaxy. They were highly engaged as they used everyday materials, such as cotton balls and glitter, to represent key components of the galaxy. Their models included stars, gas, dust, and orbiting bodies. Through this hands-on activity, students learned how scientists use models to … Read More

Second graders in Mrs. Barrett’s and Mrs. McKeliver’s classes teamed up for an engaging reading and science experience centered on their first story, Emperor Penguins. Students created a penguin survival craft that showcased the central idea and supporting details from the text, strengthening their reading comprehension skills in a creative way. The learning continued with a hands-on science experiment where students explored how blubber helps penguins stay warm in Antarctica’s freezing temperatures. Through observation and discussion, they discovered how this important adaptation protects penguins from the cold. This exciting lesson helped students connect literacy and science while encouraging curiosity, collaboration, … Read More

On September 3rd, 2026, the Port St. Lucie High School Army JROTC Jaguar Battalion hosted its first Booster Club meeting of the school year. The meeting welcomed parents and family members while providing an overview of the exciting opportunities available to Cadets throughout the year. Battalion leadership shared information about upcoming fundraising efforts, including community car washes and collaborative events at Sam’s Club, which help support Cadet activities, competitions, and leadership development. Parents were also introduced to two of the Battalion’s premier extracurricular teams. The Raider Team challenges Cadets through physically demanding competitions that test strength, endurance, teamwork, and mental … Read More

Palm Pointe 6th graders participated in a quick bell ringer before diving into the day’s lesson, students chose a random motivational card, recorded the message, and reflected on what it meant to them. We then explored the meaning of motivation and discussed synonyms and descriptive adjectives such as determined, persistent, optimistic, and inspired.  This short activity strengthened students’ understanding of word relationships and precise word meanings. Building a richer vocabulary supports reading comprehension by helping students better understand tone, character motivation, and meaning, while also strengthening their writing with more specific and effective language. A positive, purposeful start to the … Read More

Each month, the staff at Southport Middle School recognizes one teacher and one staff member who exemplify excellence and are selected by their peers for their outstanding contributions to our school community. For the month of August, SPMS is proud to recognize Ms. Capre as Teacher of the Month and Ms. McFadden as Staff Member of the Month. Both individuals consistently demonstrate dedication, professionalism, and a commitment to creating a positive environment for students, staff, and families. Ms. Capre’s passion for teaching and her ability to build meaningful relationships with students make a lasting impact in the classroom. Her dedication … Read More

Third graders in Mrs. Zalepeski’s class became reading detectives during their Animal Adaptations unit as they worked collaboratively to summarize informational texts. Students focused on identifying the central idea and finding relevant supporting details that helped them better understand how animals adapt to survive in their environments. Through meaningful discussions, teamwork, and critical thinking, students analyzed key information and practiced organizing their ideas into clear and concise summaries. This engaging learning experience strengthened reading comprehension skills while encouraging collaboration and active participation. We are proud of our St. Lucie West K-8 Sharks for their hard work, thoughtful conversations, and growing … Read More

Mrs. Arana’s geometry class is building strong foundational skills as students learn how to construct copies and bisectors of lines and angles. Using rulers, compasses, and careful reasoning, students explored the precise steps needed to create accurate geometric constructions. This new concept challenges students to think critically, following sequential procedures, and applying their understanding of geometric relationships. As they practice these new skills, they are developing both confidence and mathematical precision. Constructions are a brand-new skill for many students, and they are rising to the challenge with enthusiasm and perseverance. We are excited to watch their growth as young mathematicians!

On Saturday, August 29, Lincoln Park Academy’s Band Program welcomed more than 70 future musicians to its annual Mouthpiece Party Day. Students had the opportunity to test mouthpieces and instruments, helping them find the best fit as they begin their musical journey. The event also featured games, prizes, and an informational parent meeting designed to help families prepare for a successful year in band. The band room was filled with excitement as students explored instrument options, met fellow musicians, and learned about the opportunities ahead. Mouthpiece Party Day was a fantastic start to another great year of music at LPA.  … Read More

Standing Together for Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Today, our Morningside Elementary family proudly wore yellow in recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. By standing united in yellow, we honored the incredible strength, courage, and resilience of children and families impacted by childhood cancer. We stand together with our brave childhood warriors. As a school community, we believe in the power of kindness, compassion, and support. Today was a reminder that even small acts of awareness can make a big difference in showing families they are not alone in their journey. Together, we shine brighter, stand stronger, and spread hope. #ChildhoodCancerAwarenessMonth … Read More

The first few weeks have been exciting at Lawnwood Elementary School! We have gone over PBIS school-wide expectations and learned our way around the school. Our Achievers were the first class to earn their first class loot reward, a Fun Friday popcorn day. We were also visited by some community leaders during an amazing Tunnel of Hope to kick off the year. Thank you for being a contributing factor to the academic success at Lawnwood Elementary! Welcoming students to campus brought a smile to their faces. We’re ready for a great year because… We achieve every day. That’s what we … Read More