According to the American Heart Association (AHA), nearly 1 in 3 kids or teens in the U.S. are overweight or obese. Check out the AHA’s newsletter to find ways to keep both you and your students acting in healthy ways this year.
The September COLT of the month was held on the afternoon of September 17th in the Gaines Academy audeteria. The program started with a welcome message from Principal Wilke. Then, the SGA guidance staff led both parents and students in a fun activity that explained the month’s character trait. After the activity, the giving of the certificates ceremony began. Audience members were thrilled to hear why their child had been chosen by their teacher to represent their class in the power-up trait of RESPONSIBILITY!
We are excited to celebrate the success of our CAST Music students! 3rd through 5th-grade music students and 6th-grade percussionists had an outstanding winter performance. Students performed using Orff xylophones, steel drums, Brazilian Samba drums, ukuleles, and more! Congratulations performers!
This lab provided Lincoln Park students with a first-hand experience of how forensic scientists use DNA to connect suspects to crimes. The students were able to make a connection to the material on a deeper level. Next week the students will make their weekly venture to Harbor Branch for a mark & recapture field lab.
The Senior Barbecue at SLW Centennial was a resounding success. The barbecue brought together the graduating class of 2025 for a day of fun, food, and festivities. The event featured many exciting activities, including bounce houses, games, and other activities that brought out the inner child in every senior. Additionally, these upper classmen enjoyed great barbecued food and treats. The atmosphere was energetic. The students talked, laughed, and danced to the beats of lively music. The barbecue provided a wonderful opportunity for seniors to relax and bond with their classmates as they prepare to embark on the next chapter of … Read More
On Friday, April 6th, six seniors were recognized for their academic and athletic excellence as they committed to the college or university of their choice to continue playing their sport. Congratulations to these fine seniors: From left to right: Logan Peters -Baseball – North Park University in Chicago, IL Emilie Passanante – Bowling – Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, GA Alisa Passanante – Bowling – Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah, GA Phillip Katta – Tennis – Belmont Abbey College in Charlotte, NC Tyler Hogan – Soccer – Florida International University Kayla Glennon – Swimming … Read More
The Fort Pierce Westwood’s Class of 2019 senior pinning ceremony was a tremendous success! Alumni Ian Osking inspired students with his keynote address. Once a panther, always a panther! Congratulations seniors!
Fort Pierce Westwood Academy Seniors enjoyed a spectacular pep rally and field day! Tug of war, an obstacle course, and the hula hoop shuffle were just a few of the fun activities planned! The day was spent celebrating the amazing class of 2023!!
Graduating senior alumni were invited to walk Fairlawn’s halls in their caps and gowns. Fairlawn’s current students and staff congratulated them as they walked. A small reception was held in their honor where the seniors enjoyed seeing their elementary classmates and their 5th grade pictures on display! We are so proud of each of them and wish them much success in their futures.
A BIG Shout Out goes to the Cadets from the Fort Pierce Westwood Army JROTC Program for volunteering their time to support an incredibly worthwhile cause (while also starting off the Thanksgiving Holiday in a great way). The Cadets worked with the Treasure Coast Blue Star Mothers Organization, packing close to (200) Care Packages for US Military service members who are deployed all around the world. The Blue Star Mothers are a group of women who are mothers, stepmothers, grandmothers, foster mothers, and legal guardians who have children who are currently serving in the military, guard/reserves, or have children who … Read More
CAST elementary students in Ms. Swabon’s on campus and MySchool virtual visual arts classes started their school year by drawing a self-portrait through the lens of a “selfie.” The young artists were given the option to use a template provided to them or to trace a cell phone to create an image of how they see themselves. This first project is always a great starting point for both the artist and the teacher to open conversation about the artistic experience.
At White City Elementary, the SEL curriculum is a top priority on our campus! Learning ways to control our emotions, practicing skills to support our feelings, and building relationships, have cultivated our Wildcat school culture. Mrs. Steward loves leading our school and making the Wildcat campus a safe place that staff and students enjoy. #SELday #WearBlueDay
St. Lucie Public Schools is looking for residents to serve on the Referendum Citizens Advisory Committee. The Committee’s sole duty will be to provide oversight to ensure that the referendum funds are used for the purposes described in the referendum ballot language. On April 23, 2019, voters approved a 1 mil property tax to raise teacher pay and retain high quality teachers, improve school safety with school resource officers in every school, expand mental health services and preserve important school programs. School District staff shall provide the Committee with sufficient information, documents and administrative support for the Committee to fulfill … Read More
Ms. Quinn’s K-2 InD ESE class is using Secret Santa’s Elf Delivery Service as an opportunity to work on their communication and social skills. Each day the Oak Hammock student elves deliver gifts to teachers and take the opportunity to work on social skills. Students are learning the importance of knocking before entering a room, looking in the direction of the person they are speaking to, introducing themselves and being polite and respectful. The student elves are bringing such joy to all those they encounter along the way.
Second grade students in Kasey Ascani’s RTI enrichment class at F.K. Sweet Elementary are participating in a Readers Theatre activity to improve their reading fluency. Pictured, from left, are Brooke Adams, Juliana Mejia, Zion Hunt, and Jode-Ann Bailey.
Second grade students at Frances K Sweet participated in a vocabulary parade showcasing their knowledge of vocabulary words that were learned in the first nine weeks of school. Mrs. Amy Johnson’s we excited to share their knowledge with the other students in the school. Students Pictured: Jaquez Albury, Omar Andrade-Fernandez, Yaiden Beausejour-Joseph, Christopher Brunson, Javian Gardner, Jayden Leddy, Andy Marin-Ortiz, Wilkens Michaud, Genese Roopnarine, Guinevere Sauveur, Dennis Scott Jr., and Kaylee Uff
The St. Lucie Education Foundation, Children’s Services Council of St. Lucie County, and The Fort Pierce Rotary Club visited Lawnwood Elementary and provided a dictionary for every second-grade student. Our students will benefit from this generous donation of brand-new student dictionaries and free passes to the Manatee Center. We appreciate the commitment of these local agencies for enhancing our students’ learning in such a unique way. Students need dictionaries because they provide information about words such as pronunciation, spelling, meanings, parts of speech, and more. Providing students with their own dictionary will support them as they develop their language skills … Read More
Students in Eric Redding’s second grade at Allapattah Flats K8 class made peanut butter and jelly sandwiches as a culminating activity for their Expository Writing Unit. This activity focused on using specific details and descriptions in writing. Students were asked to list the steps to make the sandwich, and then were invited up to try it! The students learned that they might not have included all of the steps when making the sandwich, as it didn’t quite work out as planned. Students quickly realized what a difference details can make in writing. Pictured is Tatiana Holloway as she watches to see if … Read More
