Category: School News

B-I-N-G-O was the game of choice for September’s PBIS lunchtime celebration. Campus PBIS events are a way for students demonstrating positive behaviors, role-modeling responsibility, and following school-wide expectations to earn extra prizes and be rewarded for their exemplary choices. Students with PBIS tickets gathered in the auditorium during both lunches for some riveting rounds of BINGO! Students show off their winning cards and cool prizes! With pride, great job and way to go Cobras!

At Forest Grove Middle School attendance matters! Even on early release days! Every student in attendance received a sweet treat during their lunchtime.   

We were thrilled to welcome our wonderful grandparents to Bayshore Elementary for a special Grandparents Day celebration! The turnout was fantastic, and it was heartwarming to see so many smiling faces. Our students and their grandparents enjoyed a day filled with fun activities, heartfelt moments, and cherished memories!    

Lawnwood Elementary Staff Members are TREASURE HUNTERS! The faculty and staff members of Lawnwood Elementary participated in a Kids At Hope professional learning opportunity.  Mr. Kevin Singletary, Kids At Hope Training Coordinator & Treasure Hunter, provided a training for the treasure hunters of Lawnwood Elementary.  We believe all children are capable of success, No EXCEPTIONS!  

Third graders enjoyed a guest speaker from the UF/4-H program that enriched our Animal Adaptations unit. They discovered how great horned owls use their feathers for camouflage, vertebrate animals, and how turtle shells offer protection. The presentation also covered how predators have developed specific traits for survival. This engaging session helped students understand the various ways animals adapt to thrive in their environments!

Fifth graders at Village Green Environmental Studies School were excited to celebrate the completion of their reading unit on corn. Over the past few weeks, 5th grade has explored the fascinating world of corn through informative texts. They delved into its history, its significance in different cultures, and even the science behind its growth and uses. To celebrate the end of this enriching unit, they planned a special Corn Celebration Day! This event was a fun and educational culmination of all that the students have learned and experienced.  

This week, our PBIS team hosted an amazing breakfast of Panera, fruit, and Natalie’s juice to express gratitude to our dedicated teachers and staff for their commitment to recognizing and rewarding students’ positive behaviors. Teachers and staff distribute purple tickets to students demonstrating school-wide expectations and making positive decisions. PBIS is a vital school-wide initiative that fosters positive student behavior while enhancing the overall school climate and single-school culture. By recognizing and reinforcing positive behaviors, teachers and staff engage in motivating and supporting the kind of school community that promotes a positive learning environment. A warm thanks to Mrs. DeVries, … Read More

Students in Mr. Hammond’s 6th-8th grade Gifted Math classes were asked to design a bridge that could support itself over 10 inches. The surprise was that these mountains had landslides, so rocks were dropped on their bridge to test the strength. Each group was assigned a role of site manager, designer, and two builders. After their construction and before the test, students watched the Tacoma Bridge video to show what happens when engineering goes wrong.  Students had fun testing their engineering skills and being taught a real-world application of mathematics!

Students in VPK-5th grade at Lakewood Park participated in their first Stop and Stem Early Release Day this month! Students researched, designed, built, and tested various prototypes.  Our Falcon engineers were hard at work and enjoyed showing off their unique talents and skills!

Friday, September, 20th, Fort Pierce Central hosted its annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration staff luncheon. Pictured above, Ms. Lyna Soler stands at her door, greeting students adorned in her native Puerto Rican attire before the luncheon. Fort Pierce Central’s Cobra Culinary Arts program put on a remarkable feast of traditional dishes and contemporary renditions of celebrated delights. The Cobra Cafe was decked out in all things Latin, rich with cultural heritage, flags, symbols, iconography, banners, and artwork. Chefs Strell and Swertfager masterfully prepared their students to cater a large banquet hosted in their café over two lunches. To support the Cobra … Read More

Forest Grove Middle School’s Marine Oceanographic Academy Prep program welcomed an ORCA guest speaker. Students learned and discussed information about data collection for A Day in the Life of the Indian River Lagoon.

Fairlawn paired their annual Title One meeting with a student success night for all families. Parents learned what a day in the life of their child is like in school and how they can support their student’s learning both in school and at home. Families had pizza and a great night of learning.

Question: On a steamy hot day what’s Cooler than Kona Ice? Answer: BULLDOGS enjoying Kona Ice Days at Forest Grove.  

We are bursting with pride for our incredible students who truly embody Manatee spirit! As they wait for class to begin, they are making the most of their time by engaging in meaningful activities. Whether it’s diving into a book, practicing reading fluency passages, or tackling fractions, they are showing us what it means to be proactive and dedicated learners. These bright minds are not just preparing for the day ahead; they are already becoming world changers, Keep shining, students! Your hard work and commitment are inspiring everyone around you!

At Morningside, We hustle our way to maintain the “A!” Take a look inside our classrooms in the morning, and this is what you will see! We believe students learn best when provided with differentiated, engaging instruction. We have a whole-school learning approach, where all teachers begin their day in a small group setting. Grade levels begin their day with intensive reading instruction and interventions, working bell-to-bell to ensure students are provided with maximum opportunities for success. Did you know that more than 7 million students in the U.S. miss 15 or more days of school each year? This amounts … Read More

Thirteen Folds of Glory holds high significance to our armed forces. This tradition requires the U.S. American Flag to be lowered and systematically folded into a tight triangle. TCHS ROTC Cadets explained that this triangle shape is symbolic of honorable values such as liberty and sacrifice. On September 11, Treasure Coast High School’s ROTC program proudly honored our nation’s fallen heroes of 9/11 during the annual Patriot’s Day ceremony. Treasure Coast High School’s color guard presented and posted the American flag and state flag and participated in various service medleys recognizing the songs of military branches played in sequence. This honors the … Read More

In our ongoing concentration on Earth, space, and time, we apply the S.T.E.A.M principle of ART to integrate one concept from the unit into our science aprons. Take a look at our Amazing Scientists at Work!!

The Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) has announced the new members of the 2024-2025 Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC). This year, the FHSAA will be welcoming in nine new students into the committee, along with seven returning members. The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) was established in 2008. The committee serves as a critical link in identifying topics, issues, and concerns that face the student-athletes of the State of Florida. This year, the Association received over 60 applications from students across Florida. These members were chosen based on their sports participation, extracurriculars, essay, and leadership skills. FHSAA student-athletes represent the 2024-2025 … Read More