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Kindergarten students had an enriching experience at the 4-H farm, where they explored their five senses and interacted with various farm animals. The students were thrilled to have the opportunity to touch and learn about these animals in a hands-on environment.
Lincoln Park school counselor, Aixa Jamison, spearheaded a military exploration day! Students in the high school section of Lincoln Park Academy had the chance to explore the various career opportunities the military branches have to offer. Recruiters were able to conduct classroom visits to educate our students on the multitude of professions one can pursue. The interactive sessions left all seeking more information on the military branches and their high academic service academies.
We are so proud of our T.I.T.A.N.S. Robotics team for participating in Robot Build Day at Boca Raton High School. They were able to build the robot and practice for the upcoming competition on November 4th at our school. Titan Born, Titan Bred!
Village Green’s PBIS team held a Back to School Luau for students to encourage positive behavior this school year. Students and staff were able to enjoy fun games, music, photo opportunities, and Kona Ice! Everyone had a blast together and we look forward to celebrating positive behavior throughout the school year!
Mr. Lewis’ Science classes were learning about invertebrates and the five groups of vertebrates. We learned most invertebrates are categorized as Arthropods, meaning segmented or jointed. Students explored once-living specimens, preserved in resin. After getting over the shock of holding an insect, crustacean, myriapod, or arachnid, students were able to identify the specimens using their expository journal notes.
St. Lucie West Centennial High Nursing Assisting students are working hard towards their certification. They had a successful day at clinicals and will continue to reach for their goals. SLW Centennial High School has partnered with Port St. Lucie Rehab Center to give students hands-on experiences to help students further develop their skills. Go Eagles!!!
The SLW Centennial NAVY JROTC “Black Talon” Company had a field trip to visit the Kennedy Space Center on Wednesday, September 13th, 2023. Cadets visited various attractions, including the United States Astronaut Hall of Fame, the Apollo/Saturn 5 Center, and of course the Gift Shop. Cadets learned the importance of America’s “Race to the Moon” as well as had fun virtually flying the Space Shuttle. They look forward to visiting again next year!
What an amazing turnout for our Read to Succeed book night! Thank you to Big Apple Pizza and our Bayshore Elementary family and friends who came out to support this amazing fundraiser.
St. Lucie West K-8’s 4th/5th grade Gifted classes completed a jigsaw activity using the required Social Studies Curriculum on Founding Fathers. Each student had a different founding father that they researched as a group (x4) and then broke out into “teaching groups” where they each spoke to the others in their new group about their assigned historical figure as the expert on the topic. WAY TO GO SHARKS!
Students at Oak Hammock K8 school Level Up Learning, Level Up Success, as they integrate math and art! In Mrs. Daugherty’s 7th grade Art class, students used their creative skills and imagination to create a masterpiece while incorporating the mathematic skill of measurement into their design. They measured lines and created shapes, forms, textures, values, space, and color, which are the 7 elements of art. These elements are the foundation of art and are a good place to start when making or analyzing works of art.
At Treasure Coast High School, it takes all of us to impact student success. On 10/2/23, we celebrated our Food Service and Custodial Staff for National Custodian Day. On behalf of the Titan family, we are appreciative of their support to assist with our daily operation to ensure the very best for our students. Titan Born, Titan Bred!
Bingo for Books was a blast at Lawnwood Elementary last week! Students and their families played bingo to build their home library collection. Thank you to all of those who came out to participate and make this event a success!
Thank you to Marine teacher, Mrs. Karen Cloutier and Art Teacher Mr. David Graham for collaborating with Oxbow Eco-Center, St. Lucie County Parks and Recreation, and local artist Brenda Lee to allow our students to apply their learning in authentic and meaningful ways while impacting our community for the better. Students were joined by Kelly Boatwright and Jennifer Davis of SLC Parks and Recreation to learn more about the 10-year Master Plan and the development of Pioneer Park in the Port District. Artist Brenda Lee invited students to collaborate with her as she creates an art exhibit that delivers a … Read More
School Counselor Christine Derry launched the Port St. Lucie High Jaguar Ambassador Program with some awesome students who are charged with welcoming and orienting our new students as they arrive to our campus. Ambassadors spend two days showing new students the ropes, walking them to their classes, sitting with them during lunch, introducing them to other students, helping them get their laptops, and ensuring they feel welcomed and cared for at their new school.
Port St. Lucie High School students and parents attended our Dual Enrollment Connect Night. Parents were very grateful for the helpful information and extra attention given to our Dual Enrollment Jaguars. Thank you to School Counselors Monica Brooks and Christine Derry and Dual Enrollment Professor Ronald Frazer for making this a priority and keeping students and parents connected!
Village Green’s garden is getting their students excited about eating fresh, local produce. Starfruit was the first fruit harvested this school year and the kids were able to enjoy this special treat at lunch. Students will be able to get a hands-on experience growing healthy food this year and tasting the benefits!
First graders at White City Elementary are making great strides in math, writing, phonics, and reading. It’s amazing to see how enthusiastic they are about learning! They enjoyed a shaving cream activity as a fun reward for their positive behavior.
SLPS is excited to announce, the MSAP Magnet schools Early Decision Application Window is now open through December 15. Is your child interested in coding, robotics, or engineering? Do they have an interest in the Arts? Do they love to design and create? Does your child have dreams of becoming a pharmacist, veterinarian, or robotics engineer? If so, St. Lucie Public Schools has an MSAP magnet school that will put your child on the path to achieving their dreams. The Early Decision window for MSAP Magnet School applications is October 1, 2023, through December 15, 2023. Applications for Creative Arts … Read More
Our BlueJay staff and students are simply amazing!!! Rigor, engagement, learning and fun is evident in all the classrooms we enter. We believe that through high quality, engaging whole group instruction and differentiated small group instruction, all students will continue to achieve at higher levels. #MSEshinesBRIGHT
Congratulations to our 2023 CollegeBoard’s National Recognition Program awardees! These students were recognized for their academic excellence and hard work in school and on assessments. Titan Born, Titan Bred!
