Palm Pointe K‑8 has once again shown what it means to serve the community with heart, teamwork, and a little friendly competition. This year, students and staff participated in the school’s Souper Bowl Challenge, an initiative designed to “tackle hunger” by collecting non‑perishable food items for local families in need. From January 26 through February 6, classrooms across the school rallied together, predicting who would win the Super Bowl while filling collection bins with canned goods, pantry staples, and shelf‑stable items. The hallways buzzed with excitement as donations steadily climbed—each contribution another “yard gained” toward supporting the school’s food shelves. … Read More

Congratulations to the Palm Pointe K‑8 Jazz Band for their outstanding achievement at the Music Performance Assessment (MPA) held at Westwood Academy. Under the skilled direction of Mr. William Cromer, the talented students delivered an exceptional performance that earned them straight Superior ratings—the highest distinction possible. This accomplishment reflects their hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence throughout the year. The ensemble demonstrated not only musical artistry but also teamwork, discipline, and pride in representing Palm Pointe. We are incredibly proud of each member of the Jazz Band and celebrate this well‑deserved recognition of their remarkable efforts and success. Bravo … Read More

Brew Crew: Empowering Students Through Purpose Palm Pointe K‑8 is proud to introduce its new Brew Crew Coffee Program, a campus-wide initiative designed to provide select students with meaningful, real-world learning experiences that build confidence, communication, and independence. The Brew Crew Coffee Program offers selected students the opportunity to participate in a fully supported “work” environment, preparing and delivering iced coffee orders to staff across campus. Under the guidance and encouragement of school staff, students rotate weekly through key job roles—including Greeter, Barista, Cashier, and Delivery Assistant—to develop a broad range of functional and social skills. These structured experiences help … Read More

Our 8th Grade “Reading Wizards” experienced a day of learning magic during Palm Pointe’s Harry Potter-themed ELA intentional review. Students rotated through all four Hogwarts Houses, engaging in spellbinding activities that strengthened key literacy skills. At each stop, they practiced reading comprehension, explored figurative language, practiced math word problems using systems of equations, built vocabulary and morphology, and tackled decoding word problems… all while fully immersed in the wizarding world. The high energy, collaboration, and creativity on display made learning both meaningful and memorable. This enchanting review day proved that when imagination and instruction come together, students are truly empowered … Read More

Palm Pointe K‑8 is sparking big dreams in young learners by inviting students to come to school dressed as their future careers—dentists, nurses, firefighters, athletes, teachers, and beyond. The playful, purpose‑driven activity helps children begin imagining what’s possible and encourages conversations about interests, skills, and the education pathways that lead to those roles. It’s part of St. Lucie Public Schools’ districtwide Classrooms2Careers initiative, a K‑12 framework designed to connect learning to life and graduate students who are ready for college, career, or service. By weaving career awareness into everyday school culture, Palm Pointe shows students that their ambitions matter and that … Read More

Palm Pointe proudly celebrated student excellence at the District STEM Award Night on February 18, 2026. Our Rockets earned top honors, and Palm Pointe captured the District Regional STEM Fair Junior Division Champion Trophy for the third consecutive year. Award-winning students include Chloe Giaquinto (8th), Enoch Hong (8th), Skylar Habib (8th), Owen Royle (7th), and Kendall Takas (6th), who received placements and special awards in plant science, engineering, and environmental science. A very special thank you to our Science Fair Coordinator, Claudy Bois, for leading this work. We extend our gratitude to our teachers for guiding our students through this … Read More

Fueled by creativity and powered by teamwork, Palm Pointe K‑8 School’s Odyssey of the Mind middle school team is preparing to blast off to the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals at Iowa State University this May. After earning 1st Place in the Structure Problem at Regionals and 3rd Place at the Florida State Finals, these talented students are ready to represent our school, district, and community on a global stage. Participation in World Finals is a special treasure and we are so proud of our Rockets’ achievements.  We are grateful for Ms. Crooks and Mrs. Hong, our amazing coaches, … Read More

In honor of Black History Month, Palm Pointe Rockets engaged in meaningful learning that brought history to life. Eighth graders researched influential Black leaders who changed the course of our nation and the world. Through creative one-pager projects, students highlighted courage, talent, perseverance, and leadership across generations. Their work demonstrated strong research skills, thoughtful reflection, and artistic expression. These lessons helped students connect past struggles and achievements to issues that shape our world today. We are proud of our Rockets for their curiosity, creativity, and commitment to learning, and for honoring the legacy of leaders whose impact continues to inspire … Read More

Palm Pointe is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our students as they continue to shine across the district. Our 7th-grade Rockets did an excellent job representing Palm Pointe at the District Project Citizen Fair, where they demonstrated strong civic knowledge, critical thinking, and teamwork. Through research, collaboration, and thoughtful presentations, students brought real-world issues to life, showing Social Studies in action and the power of student voice. In addition, our Palm Pointe Rockets shone brightly at the District History Day Competition. This year’s theme, Revolution, Reaction, and Reform, was creatively and thoughtfully represented through a wide range of … Read More

Our Palm Pointe Rocket Historians had an AMAZING time representing St. Lucie County at the Florida State History Day competition this weekend. Their hard work, creativity, and passion for history were showcased on a statewide stage, making our entire district proud. From 6th grader Violet Turner’s thoughtfully researched French Revolution exhibit to the powerful Council of Elders: Salem Witch Trials performance by 8th graders Erick Brusamarello and Enoch Hong, along with 6th grader Jakob Hong, each presentation reflected hours of dedication and academic excellence. The students demonstrated confidence, poise, and a deep understanding of historical inquiry. We are incredibly proud … Read More

From Kindergarten to 8th grade, our Rockets soar! In honor of Dr. Seuss and Read Across America Day, our 8th graders teamed up with our Kindergarteners for a morning of reading, laughter, and leadership. After sharing “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!”, partners created hot-air balloons and wrote their future dreams on either side- one from a Kindergartener’s perspective and one from the middle school mentor. This meaningful buddy activity supports our district’s Classrooms2Careers initiative by helping students begin thinking about who they want to be in the future, and the paths they can take to get there. By the end, … Read More

Palm Pointe K‑8 opened Literacy Week with a well‑attended Big Apple Read to Succeed Family Night at Big Apple Pizza on January 21. The event brought together students and families to celebrate reading, home–school partnership, and community support. Each student selected five complementary books to build a home library, then read alongside a trusted adult and completed a brief book response. Participants earned free pizza and a beverage, along with gaming tickets, as recognition for their effort and engagement. The evening highlighted the school’s commitment to fostering lifelong readers while strengthening family involvement. Palm Pointe extends appreciation to Big Apple Pizza and all … Read More

The Kids Heart Challenge (formerly known as Jump Rope for Heart) event was held last Friday, February 15th at Palm Pointe K-8.  Coach Piscopo and Coach Santoro were amazing volunteers and do so much to support the American Heart Association mission. This year, the students raised $4,431 to help further the mission of the AHA.  Great work!

Palm Pointe recently held high-energy pep rallies to get students pumped up for testing and ready to shine! The celebrations focused on encouraging students to do their best, stay confident, and show what they know on upcoming assessments. Adding to the excitement, the Palm Pointe leadership team surprised students by dressing up in inflatable costumes and racing across the courtyard, bringing lots of laughter and school spirit. The event created an atmosphere of positivity and motivation, reminding students that hard work and a positive mindset matter. Palm Pointe is proud of our students and wishes them success as they tackle … Read More

At Palm Pointe, the magic truly never ends—and so much of that magic happens quietly behind the scenes each and every day. On National Maintenance Worker Day, we proudly celebrate the incredible members of our maintenance team who work tirelessly to keep our campus safe, clean, welcoming, and running smoothly. From early mornings and late nights to unexpected repairs and daily upkeep, their dedication ensures that our school remains a place where learning, creativity, and growth can truly shine. Whether responding to urgent needs or maintaining the little details that make a big difference, their impact is felt across our … Read More

Third-graders had a ball bringing idioms to life today! Through creative costumes, props, and presentations, students showed they truly understood phrases that usually mean more than the words themselves. From “raining cats and dogs” to “piece of cake,” their interpretations were clever, colorful, and full of personality. They really knocked it out of the park with their enthusiasm and confidence as they explained the hidden meanings behind each idiom. Learning was anything but “plain as day” as students laughed, learned, and showcased their creativity. It was a fun-filled experience that proved our third graders are smart as a whip and … Read More

Palm Pointe Educational Research School @ Tradition recently had a Beautification Day at the school.  JMC Landscaping, St. Lucie County Wal-Mart Stores, Wal-Mart Distribution Center #7038 in Ft. Pierce, Palm Pointe’s Junior National Honor Society, Palm Pointe PTO and maintenance staff all participated in the school beautification project. Everyone picked up trash, pulled weeds and laid mulch.  Approximately 800 bags of mulch were donated by Wal-Mart and some Junior National Honor Society members also donated mulch.  After the work was done, PTO fed all the workers.  Palm Pointe will also be receiving a grant from Wal-Mart’s Volunteerism Always Pays program.  … Read More

Students and staff at Palm Pointe Educational Research School @ Tradition recently enjoyed wearing their favorite team jerseys, an annual fundraising event. Everyone donated $1.00 to help support Big Brothers, Big Sisters’ annual Bowl for Kid’s Sake. Students and staff look forward to helping out this organization every year. 

On Thursday, January 31st, the Jazz Bands from Palm Pointe participated in the Florida Bandmasters District 13 Jazz Band Performance Music Assessment at St. Lucie West Centennial High School where they were evaluated by a panel of three state certified Jazz Adjudicators. We are proud to announce that both bands achieved straight superior ratings, which is the highest possible rating. Congratulations to the Palm Pointe students and staff on this awesome achievement.