Students at SLW Centennial High School Freshman Academy were treated to an assembly sponsored by School Board Member Dr. Donna Mills. She introduced the guest speaker and gave a brief description of her responsibilities as a Board Member.  She entertained the freshmen with how she was elected and re-elected to serve on the School Board.  She also spoke about her continued efforts to support educators in St. Lucie County. The guest speaker of the day was the CEO of the Boys and Girls Club, Mr. William Armstead.  He opened up with his personal story of how he grew up in … Read More

St. Lucie Public Schools students started their summer learning as they took part in the Oxbow Eco-Center’s “Wildlife Biology Bootcamp.” Students had the opportunity to learn what it takes to be a real scientist by joining in field studies alongside local biologists. Students experienced what science looks like out in nature as they explored the wildlife awaiting them in the preserve. The Oxbow Eco-Center is hosting weekly bootcamps throughout the summer ranging from Ecosystem Exploration to the Art of Puppetry.

The Wilderness Club, led by Mrs. Slappey, had its first hike of the season and it did not disappoint! The new crew got to hike the preserve and grounds surrounding along the preserve at Rivers Edge and got to observe ground doves, a pileated woodpecker, and even spotted two black racers!  They also had the chance to identify animal scat, analyze game trails, and learn their secret pack call. It was an epic hike, and they cannot wait for more adventures ahead!

VPK Wildcats in Ms. Buescher’s class have worked hard all year! Students have learned letters, sounds, beginning reading strategies, numbers, addition and subtraction, science, social skills and more! We are so proud to move you up to Kindergarten next year! Congratulations to the VPK class of 2016!

The students in Mrs. Irby’s Kindergarten class celebrated the 100th day of school with fun 100th day activities. Students counted ten groups of ten pictures and glued them on strips to make hats, created eye glasses with 100 pieces, read 100th day books, sorted 100 words, and participated in many other activities!

Students at White City Elementary wrote and published their own books for Young Authors. Every student started with an idea, narrowed the focus and wrote a story. After editing and revising their work, the students published their work, including illustrations, in a Bare Book. Four students’ books were chosen as representatives from each grade level. Pictured are the 24 representatives with their certificates and medals.  

James Tobin, the incredible Art teacher at White City Elementary School, has been selected to participate in the prestigious Art21 Educators Program. This yearlong intensive professional development experience brings together passionate educators from around the world to explore the transformative power of contemporary art in education. Art21 is celebrated for its commitment to contemporary art and its ability to inspire new approaches to teaching and learning. Through this program, Mr. Tobin will engage with innovative resources, collaborate with a vibrant community of fellow educators, and discover creative ways to integrate contemporary art into the classroom, not only in the arts … Read More

White City Elementary Students Take on the Gladiator Challenge! White City Elementary recently celebrated student success with an exciting Gladiator Challenge! This PBiS event was designed to reward students who consistently demonstrated the school’s ROAR expectations— being Respectful to Others, Always Responsible & Safe. Students earned Dojo points throughout the month for positive behavior and were invited to participate in this high-energy challenge as recognition for their efforts. The event was led by our dedicated Physical Education Coaches, Coach Jones and Coach Smith, who brought enthusiasm and teamwork to the day’s activities. Students raced as a team through a wall … Read More

Students in all grades at WCE chipped in their quarters, nickels, dimes, and pennies to help the charitable organization (The March of Dimes). The March of Dimes uses funds collected to fund research to help prevent premature births. We are so proud of all who contributed!

White City Wildcats are roaring readers! They took on the Action 100 program with amazing ambition and the results show their success. Students read at least one hour every school day and 30 minutes on non school days. The program was completed with the fidelity of steps being recorded daily and ongoing conferencing throughout the year. Congratulations to all!  

Mrs. Anderson, 5th grade  reading teacher, is celebrating as WPBF’S Weather School Superstar of the week.  Cris Martinez surprised Mrs. Erica Anderson with this week’s honor.

At White City Elementary, the passionate Resource Team is inspiring students to take ownership of their learning and behavior through our monthly Pick Your Own Resource PBIS events—a highlight of the positive school culture. Led by the imaginative Mr. Tobin (Art), with enthusiastic support from Mr. Jones (PE), Mr. Smith (Music), and Mr. DeLeon (Media), these events recognize students who consistently demonstrate motivation, responsibility, and kindness. With limited spots available in each resource class, students eagerly earn ClassDojo points to secure early access to their favorite activities—whether it’s painting in Art, moving in PE, making music, or exploring in Media. … Read More

Students in Mr. Lewis’s class were building  circuits.  They were given batteries, copper wire and a light bulb and had to figure out how to use the materials to make a connection. Also, students were experimenting using M&M’s with the question “would all of the colors merge or separate”?    

White City Elementary School 2015 Employee Recognition goes to: Shawn Lewis, Teacher of the Year; Gabrielle Gross, School Related Employee of the Year; Dawn Dukes, Distinguished Minority Educator of the Year; and Alyssa FitzGerald, Outstanding First Year Teacher of the Year.

On Friday February 25, 2016,  White City Elementary recognized students for the character trait of the month: Perseverance.  When you persevere, you continue trying to do your best even though something is difficult. Wildcats, we are so very proud of you and know you will continue to do great things!