SLPS Career Fair

March 4, 2024 By LAUREN PECZKO

The South County Career Fair was held on February 27th at the MIDFLorida Event Center.  Approximately 400 juniors and seniors from Mosaic Digital Academy, Port St. Lucie High, SLW Centennial, and Treasure Coast High were in attendance.  Students were able to meet and chat with company representatives, ask questions about their company and careers, interview, and possibly land internships.  The goal was to expose students to the companies and businesses in St. Lucie County, provide them with the opportunity to learn and explore specific industries, gain the confidence needed to approach adults and start conversations, interview, and practice soft skills.  The … Read More

SLPS Career and Technical Education and Economic Development Council Host Counselor’s Virtual Healthcare Session

November 10, 2020 By LEINITIA ROBINSON

St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) partnered with the Economic Development Council (EDC) as an initiative to continue our goals of communicating employment, post-secondary, and scholarship opportunities for our graduating students in St. Lucie Public Schools.  This virtual session featured Mr. Wayne Gent (SLPS Superintendent), Mr. Pete Tesch (EDC President), CareerSource Research Coast, Cleveland Clinic Tradition Hospital (Martin Health), Indian River State College, Keiser University, Lawnwood Medical Center & Heart Institute (HCA), and St. Lucie Medical Center (HCA).  The participants included SLPS counselors, graduation coaches, and medical educators.    

SLPS Breaks Ground on New Fort Pierce Westwood Academy High School

January 29, 2024 By LAUREN PECZKO

On Friday, January 19, St. Lucie Public Schools Superintendent, School Board Members, and special guests broke ground on the site of the new Fort Pierce Westwood Academy High School.   Superintendent Dr. Jon R. Prince was joined by Board Chairman Debbie Hawley, Board Vice Chairman Jack Kelly, and Board Members Dr. Donna Mills, Jennifer Richardson, and Troy Ingersoll. Several notable guest speakers and community members were in attendance including Deputy Superintendent Dr. Helen Wild, Principal David Alfonso, former Superintendent Mr. E. Wayne Gent, former Board Member Dr. Samuel S. Gaines, County Commissioner Cathy Townsend, and Fort Pierce Mayor Linda Hudson … Read More

SLPS Board Chair Honored at Luncheon

October 14, 2016 By Lydia Martin

St. Lucie Public Schools Board Chair Kathryn Hensley was honored at a recent St. Lucie County Chamber of Commerce Luncheon for her steadfast advocacy for children and tireless commitment to harnessing energy and making a positive difference in this community. In addition to serving as the School Board Chair, Mrs. Hensley is also actively involved in HANDS of St. Lucie County and Children’s Services Council among many other groups and organizations. Thank you for being a true Children’s Champion!  

SLPS at the St. Lucie County Fair

February 28, 2022 By LAUREN PECZKO

SLPS was on display at the St. Lucie County Fair! Schools created their own exhibits with the theme of “Dream Makers: Arts, Academics & Athletics”, which were then judged. Congratulations to all the winners! Thank you to all schools who participated, the St. Lucie County Fair, and sponsors!  

SLPS at Safety Fest

April 22, 2024 By LAUREN PECZKO

Stop by and visit the SLPS booth at the 10th annual Safety Festival this Saturday, April 27th at Clover Park! This year’s event will continue to feature live demonstrations, Touch-A-Truck, giveaways, static displays, plenty of safety information, free kids zones, bounce houses and face painting. Learn more about the Safety Festival at: slcsafetyfest.com.

SLPS Appreciates Volunteers

June 20, 2016 By Lydia Martin

A reception honoring volunteers throughout St. Lucie Public Schools has hosted by Martha Underwood, Volunteer Coordinator.  At the Board Meeting following this reception, Outstanding Volunteers of the Year for School Year 2015-16 were announced. The winner in the adult category was Mr. Samuel Rodriguez from Weatherbee Elementary. The senior category winner was Ms. Carolyn Christ from Windmill Point Elementary. The youth category winner was Jenna Pont from St. Lucie West K-8 School. We appreciate that wonderful partnership of our school volunteers!  

SLPS App

July 6, 2017 By Lydia Martin

Download the St. Lucie Public Schools App. Receive up-to-date news Gain handy access to calendars and athletic events Enjoy on-the-go connection to parent resources Access social media posts Search “St. Lucie Public Schools” in your favorite App store today for convenient access to important information about your child’s education.

SLPS APP

June 26, 2017 By Lydia Martin

Download the St. Lucie Public Schools App. Receive up-to-date news Gain handy access to calendars and athletic events Enjoy on-the-go connection to parent resources Access social media posts Search “St. Lucie Public Schools” in your favorite App store today for convenient access to important information about your child’s education.  

SLPS Announces Recipients of Social Studies Teacher of the Year

September 6, 2019 By Lydia Martin

Congratulations to the three recipients of the Social Studies Teacher of the Year Award! Elementary School: Diane Eibl, Morningside Elementary Middle School: Wendy Portillo, Allapattah Flats K8 High School: Luca Bradley, Ft. Pierce Central High School Teachers were nominated by their school administrators and will be recognized by The Florida Council for the Social Studies at their annual conference on October 19th. 

SLPS Announces Graduation Dates for 2023

December 12, 2022 By LAUREN PECZKO

St. Lucie Public Schools 2022-23 Graduation Dates Ceremony to be held at Lawnwood Stadium, 1302 Virginia Ave., Fort Pierce, FL, 34982 MAY 23 Treasure Coast High School | 8 AM Port St. Lucie High School | 11 AM MAY 24 Fort Pierce Central High School | 8 AM Lincoln Park Academy | 11 AM MAY 25 St. Lucie West Centennial | 8 AM Fort Pierce Westwood Academy | 11 AM SLPS provides several ways to watch this event. Watch live on: Comcast channel 13 & 19, Blue Stream Fiber channel 19, ATT TV channel 99, SLPS Facebook Live, Live on … Read More

SLPS Announces Finalists for School Related Employee of the Year and Outstanding First Year Teacher

December 13, 2021 By LAUREN PECZKO

Last week, Superintendent E. Wayne Gent, accompanied by School Board Chair Dr. Donna Mills, School Board Vice Chair Troy Ingersoll, Board Members Debbie Hawley and Jennifer Richardson, Deputy Superintendent Dr. Jon Prince,  Thom Jones from the Education Foundation, and Assistant to the Superintendent, Dr. Kevin Perry, paid surprise visits to this year’s finalists for School Related Employee of the Year and Outstanding First Year Teacher. School Related Employee of the Year Finalists School Related Employee of the Year is a program that is supported by the Florida Department of Education in which outstanding education support personnel are recognized for the … Read More

SLPS and LEGO EDUCATION

April 14, 2019 By Lydia Martin

SLPS and LEGO Education partner to bring innovative and engaging programs of study to students. Pictured: SLPS Magnet Schools Program leaders Jane Whitaker and Korissa Diaz, LEGO Education’s Laylah Bulman, and Executive Director of the National STEM Ecosystem Project Gerald Soloman. #StLucieStrong #stemeducation

SLPS Adds Translation Feature to District Website

May 16, 2022 By LAUREN PECZKO

St. Lucie Public School announces a new feature to the District website! Simply click the flag icon in the upper right corner next to the search bar and choose from a wide selection of languages to have the page instantly translated!

SLPS A Promise Is A Promise Program-A Guaranteed Teaching Position After College Graduation

December 12, 2022 By LAUREN PECZKO

Teachers are in high demand, and education is one of the most rewarding careers available today! St. Lucie Public Schools recognizes the value that SLPS graduates add when they return to the schools they attend to teach the next generation of students. We promise to hire declared students upon graduation from college who meet certification eligibility requirements. Interested in educating the next generation? Take the Steps! Meet with your assigned school Counselor at your high school. Declare Education and/or Teaching as your intended field of study in college or university. Receive the St. Lucie Public Schools “Promise is a Promise” certificate … Read More

Sleeve Up, Don’t Wait!

October 18, 2021 By Lydia Martin

Sponsored by the Education Foundation and made possible by private donations, students who show proof of full vaccination for COVID-19 to school administration during the month of October will receive a $25 Walmart gift card while supplies last. SLPS continues to encourage all eligible individuals age 12 years old and older to get vaccinated for COVID-19.

Loading Image