Allison Lankow, the Special Projects Coordinator for the Port St. Lucie Public Works Department did a presentation for Southport’s 6th graders on litter prevention and recycling. The students actively participated in the presentation to better understand how being involved in litter prevention and recycling makes their community a better place for both humans and animals alike.

Southport Middle School recently enjoyed a wonderful evening of community partnership during Tip‑A‑Teacher Night at Texas Roadhouse. Students, families, staff members, and local patrons came together to support SPMS, creating an atmosphere filled with school pride and generosity. Teachers enthusiastically stepped into the role of hosts, assisting the Texas Roadhouse wait staff and connecting with families outside of the classroom in a fun and meaningful way. Through this event, Southport Middle School received 10% of the proceeds from patrons who submitted their receipts. In addition, many generous community members went above and beyond by making donations to support this great … Read More

 SPMS Fishing Club members have been hard at work learning the many components that make fishing both a skill and a science.  All of this preparation paid off during their recent trip to a nearby pond, where students had the chance to put their knowledge into action. The outing was a great success, with plenty of exciting catches and lots of smiles to go around. Experiences like this help students build confidence, patience, and an appreciation for the outdoors. A big thank‑you goes to Coach Zoerhorf, Coach Gonzales, and Mr. Mirc for guiding our students and making this hands‑on adventure … Read More

Parents, students, and families who attended Southport’s annual Family Literacy Night enjoyed a great night of music, games, food, and fun. Literacy teachers planned activities like Reading Rocks, Beat the Clock, and Musical Literacy while others served pizza and popcorn — all to provide families the opportunity to get involved in a universal mission: encourage kids to read. School Resource Deputy Greene from the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Department was there to provide bicycle safety information and fit students with brand new helmets. The Sheriff’s Department also donated two bicycles that were given to two lucky students who attended the … Read More

Katherine Avra’s art classes kicked off the year exploring the ELEMENT OF LINE.  All classes started out by learning about line, utilitarian art, and Florida license plate designs. Students created their own personalized license plates with colored pencil.  6th graders learned about Notans, a Japanese term for the harmony of light and dark. We discovered the connections between positive shape, negative space and symmetry. Our theme was sea life; students drew 6 sea life examples, carefully cut them out on black paper and flipped them outward to show symmetry and reveal the positive and negative harmonies. The work was mounted on … Read More

Southport Middle School held an Algebra and Geometry Parent Night on September 24th.  Math teachers, Adrian Mendoza, Jenna Woods, Principal Lydia Martin, and Math Coach Kathleen Manchester helped students solve their math problem during the “Amazing Math Race”. The parents and students were given important information and resources regarding the honors classes their students are taking. The students then participated in an “Amazing Math Race” contest! The students were given problems that went along with their course and when answered correctly received a clue that would take them around the school to get their next problem. It was so much … Read More

Under the direction of Bandmaster Mr. Jim LeBon, students in the Southport Middle School band put on an outstanding performance at their annual Winter Band Concert. In case you missed it, the live performance was featured on Southport’s Facebook page, making it available for the families who could not attend. Those who could be there in person enjoyed the Band from social distanced seating in the outdoor arena. The band featured music for the holidays to celebrate this exciting time of the year.

Guidance Counselors from Southport Middle School and Village Green Elementary School coordinated a wonderful reception for Southport’s incoming students for the 2024-2025 school year. Ms. Bernard and Mrs. Cannon’s presentation and a tour of the school gave the future Canes a glimpse into middle school life. The day included a fun ice breaker with SPMS Assistant Principal Dr. Roy in the Media Center, after which guidance counselors presented the course selection process and the electives that they will be able to choose to take at Southport. Elective teachers were there to address the group and introduce their students for awesome … Read More

Outstanding volunteers were honored recently at Southport Middle School. Pictured is Youth Volunteer of the Year Jervana Graham-Record with her parents Ansel Graham-Record, left, Ann Graham-Record, center, with volunteer coordinator Pat Christian-McFadden.  Not pictured are senior Volunteer of the Year Kathy Pritchard, Senior Volunteer of the Year, and Adult Volunteer of the Year Ruth Altvater.

Southport Middle School faculty, staff and community members welcomed students back to the 2017-2018 school year with our annual Tunnel of Hope celebration! The Tunnel of Hope is just one of the ways we show our students that we believe anything is possible and they are a treasure! While our year starts with us cheering them at the beginning of the school year, Southport Treasure Hunters are committed to search for all talent, skills, and intelligence that exists in all children all day, every day! Our mission is simple: Mission Possible! We know our students can achieve anything they put … Read More

Five Southport Middle students placed in the Top 10 from the seven participating St. Lucie County public schools in this year’s Sumdog.com math competition. Southport Middle finished third overall in the math competition among all participating schools. Sumdog.com is a website where the students can practice math skills while playing fun games! Pictured, from left, are Macy Nielander, first place; Faith Cook, third place; Alycia Hardie, second place; and Christian Oravec, fourth place. Moxa Raval (not pictured) placed ninth in the competition.

Students in Andrea Levin’s anti-bullying class at Southport Middle School have been creating posters with an anti-bullying message. Pictured are Sabrina Bertrand, left, and Kelly Nguyen.

Southport Middle School students have been working on a number of service projects this year. For their service project, the Hawks team chose to raise funds and collect donations to benefit Save the Chimps, the world’s largest privately funded chimpanzee sanctuary located in Fort Pierce. As part of the service learning project, the students have been collecting blankets, food, toys, etc. to donate to the sanctuary. In addition, each month students have been finding ways to raise money in hopes of adopting a chimp.  At the end of the year they are planning be make piñatas and stuff them with tasty … Read More

At Southport Middle School, students in Adrianne Mendoza’s seventh grade math class from the Panthers team review for the upcoming math FCAT by playing math Jeopardy. Students had the opportunity to “buzz” in using the eggspert game buzzers to test their knowledge and skill level. Students worked as a team in order to earn points as they competed with the other groups within the classroom.

Southport Middle School seventh graders participated in a carousel activity to develop context for Mildred D. Taylor’s novel “Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry.” Students were assigned research topics and worked in groups to design posters on economic and social issues of the 1930s. The students then used the posters to teach their classmates about their research topic. By the end of the activity, all students were equipped with background knowledge the 1930s and prepared for a deep understanding of the issues faced by the Logan family and other characters in the novel. Pictured are Jelisea McIntyre, from left, Stephanie … Read More

The Performing Arts Department of Southport Middle School recently presented four shows of the Broadway Junior musical, Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland, Jr.” Adapted from Lewis Carroll’s “The Adventures of Alice in Wonderland,” and “Through the Looking Glass,” the story follows Alice as she journeys through the White Rabbit’s hole into a fantasy dream world with many unique characters and exciting adventures. With stunning costumes, beautiful artwork, props, songs, dances, and “Mad-hatter” action, the cast and crew of 89 students rehearsed for weeks to prepare. Many thanks to the volunteer crew of administrators, teachers, parents and high school students from Lincoln Park Academy and … Read More

To celebrate Florida City Government Week, the City of Port St. Lucie hosted a Virtual Town Hall for Kids. Students at four local schools, Morningside Elementary, Southport Middle, Port St. Lucie High and Somerset College Preparatory Academy, submitted videos, asking questions about how their local city government functions. Their questions were geared to members of a five-member panel of City employees, including Mayor Gregory J. Oravec; Councilwomen Jolien Caraballo and Stephanie Morgan; Communications Director Sarah Prohaska; Community Outreach Coordinator Parks & Recreation Robert Chenier; Assistant Chief of Police Richard Del Toro; and Utility Billing/Connection Support Manager Gina Linsley. Southport 7th … Read More

The Southport Girls on the Run team wrapped up their fall season by completing a 5K this past Saturday. Throughout the program, participants focused on more than just running, they built confidence, strengthened self-esteem, and developed leadership skills that will serve them well beyond the track. The experience empowered these young ladies to believe that anything is possible when they set their minds to it. The season’s finale was a celebration of perseverance, teamwork, and personal growth, showcasing how physical activity combined with mentorship can create lasting positive impacts. Congratulations to the team for finishing strong and embracing the power … Read More

Students at Southport Middle School gained essential life-saving skills by learning how to perform CPR. During elective classes, students reported to the Media Center to receive this instruction.  The training empowered students to respond confidently in emergency situations, reinforcing the importance of quick action and preparedness.  District curriculum specialist Emmaline Harvey visited SPMS, offering expert instruction and hands-on guidance.  Ms. Harvey, along with our P.E. coaches, provided students with a deep understanding of CPR, making the lessons both engaging and impactful. This initiative reflects the district and school’s commitment to student safety and readiness, equipping young learners with tools that … Read More