Ms. Claudio’s seventh graders at CAST examined different styles of architecture and discussed the pros and cons and how math is used in architecture. Students then designed and built their own structure to scale using spaghetti noodles, marshmallows and tape. Their goal was to build the tallest structure that best resembled their scale drawing.

Lincoln Park Academy is proud to announce that they will be representing St. Lucie County Public Schools again at Water Fest! Water Fest is the largest event on the east coast designed to educate the public on the value of water and the importance of protecting our water resources, water conservation, and the environment. Municipal & county utilities, state and local regulatory agencies, community and non-profit groups, advocacy organizations, and school groups provide interactive lessons and activities, demonstrations, and contests. Attendees of all ages will have “fun while learning” at this free outdoor expo. Please come out and support Lincoln … Read More

Save The Chimps is a chimpanzee sanctuary located in Fort Pierce, Florida. At Save the Chimps there was need for enrichment activities to keep the chimps stimulated. In Ms. Schutt’s 21st CLCC class students piloted the Save The Chimps to learn about the chimpanzees. “Save the Chimps” project was offered to 3rd and 4th grade students at Samuel Gaines Academy in order to improve math, reading, writing and science skills. The after school program consists of project based learning incorporating academics and extracurricular/ personal enrichment activities. Students created chimpanatas as enrichment activities to help the chimps celebrate “Chimpo De Mayo.”

Many thanks to science teacher Ms. Donovan for arranging and scheduling the entertaining FPL program for Weatherbee’s second and third graders. Students had a great time learning ways to conserve energy!

Staff from the Savannas Preserve State Park was recognized at the August 28, 2012, St. Lucie County School Board meeting for their support of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) education programs at Port St. Lucie High School during the 2011-12 school year. The personnel at the Savannas Preserve hosted field trips and provided community service opportunities for students. Pictured, from left, are Merle Townsend, Friends of Savannas president Merle Townsend, Florida State Parks AmeriCorps member at Savannas Mary Bennett, park manager Dylan Gavagni, Friends of Savannas Education Committee Member Jim Stewart, Friends of Savannas Education Committee chairman Henry Maursey, … Read More

The Savannah College of Art & Design, or SCAD is one of the most prestigious and respected art schools in the nation. The art students at Fort Pierce Central High School participated in an interactive presentation with Juan Maurico, the Assistant Director of Admissions for SCAD, on Thursday, August 21st. Mrs. Avra hosted juniors and seniors who learned about the school’s majors, new programs, housing, scholarships, and SCAD’s 99% job-placement rate. Students interacted in small groups, designing new products for some of SCAD’s corporate partners, like Crocs Shoes. Students were excited about the opportunities to invest their unique aspirations in … Read More

Savanna Ridge Elementary Young Author class winners in Kindergarten through fifth grade were recognized and celebrated at an ice cream sundae social.  Students enjoyed sharing a special treat with fellow Young Author winners and talking about their winning books they wrote.  They were presented with a certificate from Mrs. Melrose, Assistant Principal, on behalf of the Literacy Committee.  The following students are representing Savanna Ridge at the 2016 St. Lucie County Reading Council’s Young Authors Celebration on May 21st! Catalina Black, 5th grade Lea Michelle Rivas, 4th grade Ariah Richards, 3rd grade Destinee Perry, Kindergarten Way to go! We are … Read More

Students in Ms. Fuller’s VPK class enjoyed showing their family members what a day of learning is like in their classroom.  Families enjoyed center rotations with their VPK child.  Students and parents read books in the listening center, explored reading fundamentals via online programs, used manipulatives and many other engaging activities.  Thank you to our VPK families for attending our Family VPK Day!

Mrs. Marino, a third grade teacher at Savanna Ridge Elementary School, was a Target Field Trip Grant recipient for the 2015/16 school year.  Therefore, third grade students benefited by enjoying a fantastic field trip to Heathcote Botanical Gardens as they explored the life of plants. They learned about the basic structures in plants, how plants respond to stimuli, and understood how plants use the sun, air, and water to make their own food. In addition, the experience provided the students with hands-on activities and a take-home plant to further their understanding of the lessons they learned. Thank you Target for … Read More

Third grade students in Mrs. Shukri’s class enjoyed working with Keiser University students who were previously in the military.  The Keiser University students read a children’s book to the class that was created by a soldier.  It explained why military parents may seem different when they get home to their families due to PTSD.  They also explained their jobs and where they have traveled while serving in the military. Students worked with the Keiser students to make Christmas cards for the soldiers overseas for the upcoming holiday season.