Middle school artists were inspired by the book, The Best Part of Me by Wendy Ewald.  The artists discussed Ewalt’s photography project.  Artists were then asked to identify the part of themselves that represents the best of who they are.  Learning basic photography skills, artists took self portraits of the best part of them.  Diving deeper into their positive self- image, artists brainstormed reasons why this was their best part.  They added reasons to their self portraits using photo editing software.  The result is striking photography that makes the artist and the audience feel good.  This project helped shine a … Read More

The Treasure Lakes Conference held their first championship of the year in golf this week.  Lincoln Park Academy’s Girls Golfer Angelica Holman shot a 35 and was crowned the Treasure Lakes Conference Champion.  Congratulations to Angelica and to 6th grader Jaden Peterson who was also attended the invitation only championship that day.

Bruce Gardner, the Building Construction teacher at Port St Lucie High, is demonstrating welding to his students with the Miller AugmentedArc VR/AR welding kit. For beginner to advanced-level welding students, the AugmentedArc system simulates multiple welding processes (MIG, TIG and Stick), blending real-world and computer-generated images into a unique, augmented reality environment.

On Wednesday, October 7th, selected cadets of the Port Saint Lucie Jaguar Battalion participated in the Outstanding Cadet Board (OCB). Two cadets from each company, a Let 1 and a Let 2 or 3, competed against each other on the OCB, in which cadets are awarded points for proficiency on what they have learned in the program. Although every individual may not qualify for outstanding cadet, all participants are still awarded and recognized for their initiative and confidence. In response to COVID guidelines, we had our MySchoool cadets conduct the board via TEAMS. There was a tie between the LET … Read More

On Thursday October 8th, 2020, Brian Brown, Automotive instructor at Port St Lucie High School was recognized at the Treasure Coast Builders Association’s St Lucie Chapter chapter monthly meeting. Mr. Brown gave a brief overview of his program and areas of emphasis. In the photo (left to right) are Brian Brown, Douglas Harvey and Keron Belgraves.

Lincoln Park Academy celebrated their four volleyball seniors prior to their win over John Carroll. The seniors included #1 Keri Postal, #6 Morgan Busby, #7 Mariund Bas, and #12 Samantha Killane shown here with Coach Cunningham.

What an honor to celebrate some of Northport’s finest staff.  The custodial staff, under the management of Michael Washington, have accomplished superior work keeping the school clean, sanitized and ready to support the children, teachers and staff.  It is a pleasure to be able to work with such a friendly and accommodating group of professionals.  The Northport custodial group has definitely stepped up to the plate to work as a team.  Northport celebrated National Custodians Day on October 2, 2020.

Lakewood Park Elementary virtual students are fully engaged during Writing Boot Camp. Fourth-grade students practiced writing an example of an introductory  paragraph. The students introduced a topic clearly and grouped related information in the introduction paragraph. Students are using the Top Score Writing program. Mrs. Garcia shared a picture of the students using the program on Facebook and the school won an Amazon gift card for being a Top Score Writing Star User.  

On Friday, September 25, Port St. Lucie High School JROTC Jaguar Battalion’s Color Guard presented the colors at the first football game against John Carroll High School. With COVID-19 restrictions hindering a lot of our activities, the color guard was ecstatic to finally honor our country through a cadet led event. Commanding the Color Guard was National Flag Bearer Cadet Captain James Mikovsky accompanied by Cadet Captain Isaiah Hylton as State Flag Bearer, Cadet Captain Noah Cook as right Guard, and Cadet Captain Elijah Hylton as left Guard.  

Students in Mrs. Eibl and Mrs. Moore’s class joined a Teams virtual call with a third grade class in Washington state. Both classes read “A Fine, Fine School” and participated in a chat with each other about the similarities and differences among our schools and classrooms. What a great experience for our Blue Jays!  

Mrs. Aristide’s Second Grade MySchool students at Oak Hammock K-8, enhanced their understanding of Citizenship and Government through Project Based Learning (PBL) by honoring 9/11. Mrs. Aristide, encouraged the students to explore: What is the significance of American Symbols? Students researched, selected and gathered data about their American Symbol. This PBL assignment challenged students to ask, collect, visualize, and create independently. Students gained insight on the importance and historical significance of their American Symbol by creating and presenting a project board. Remembering 9/11: Iconic American Symbols

Last week at St. Lucie West K-8 School, Mrs. Goldberg’s MySchool Kindergarten students studied American symbols and their relationship to freedom. For content, they used their feet and hands to make bald eagles. They also created a directive drawing of the Liberty Bell. Great Job Baby Sharks!  

Every October, Northport K-8 School learns about Bullying Awareness.  On October 2, the school’s anti-bullying message was kicked off by celebrating World Smile Day.  White masks were donated for each child by the school’s Partner in Education, Judi Neville.  The students and teachers decorated the masks using glitter, stickers, crayons, colored pencils and other art supplies.  Smiles were valued and celebrated across the school campus the whole day.  On October 5, the school will unite against bullying for World Anti Bullying Awareness Day by wearing the color blue in unity.  Lessons will be taught in classrooms and a poster contest … Read More

Mr. McGraw’s I & II 2D Studio classes have been using the time at school or at home to truly look at the world around them. During the normal school year students at LPA draw from life in the art classroom. “We focus strongly on life drawing as the fundamental skills necessary to reach artistic goals.” This year, while at home via MySchool or in the physical classroom students have been examining the concept of looking. Students have been studying familiar and often taken for granted objects in the kitchen as objects to study and draw from. “Looking is a … Read More

Fifth-grade students at Lakewood Park Elementary planned and carried out a scientific investigation by using observations, making predictions, and collecting and organizing data. Mr. Carr’s class created and attempted to float their own boats that were designed by going through the steps of the scientific process. This process helps students raise questions and investigate the natural world.  

CLICK ON TITLE TO ACCESS NEWSLETTER October School Calendar *************************************************************************** REMINDER: November 3, Election Day, is a school holiday for all students and staff.  SLPS employees may contact the St. Lucie County Elections Office  at 772-462-1500 if they would like to apply to be  a poll worker on Election Day. ********************************************************************************* The last day to register to vote in Florida is Monday, October 5th. You can visit https://registertovoteflorida.gov/home to register online to vote. To submit an online application, you will need: Your Florida driver license (Florida DL) or Florida identification card (Florida ID card) issued by the Florida Department of Highway … Read More

September 3, 2020 Governor’s Press Office 850-717-9282 Media@eog.myflorida.com First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces 2020 Hispanic Heritage Month Theme and Student Contests Student essay contest winners will receive a 4-Year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced that the theme for Hispanic Heritage Month will be “Celebrating Untold Stories and Contributions of Hispanic Americans in Florida” and released information regarding the student art and essay contests and Excellence in Education awards. Hispanic Heritage Month is recognized and celebrated in the United States from September 15 to October 15. “For … Read More

The 2020-2021 Comprehensive Mental Health Plan submitted by SLPS recently obtained approval from the Florida Department of Education. This plan provides a comprehensive overview of an established infrastructure designed to address the mental, social and emotional, and behavioral needs of all children. Included in the plan is a synopsis of the many existing programs and services currently available in SLPS, as well as plans for the district’s expansion of services utilizing the Mental Health Services Allocation and the dollars generated through the passage of the voter referendum in St. Lucie County which provides additional dollars to support mental health. Establishing … Read More