St. Lucie Public Schools Child Nutrition Services Department will continue to serve free meals at the following school sites to children in St. Lucie County from 11 A.M. to 1 P.M. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 9, 2020 – July 31, 2020. The multi-day meal packages include breakfast and lunch. On Tuesdays, the meal packages contain 2 breakfasts and 2 lunches. On Thursdays, the meal package contains 3 breakfasts and 3 lunches. North County C.A. Moore, 827 N 29th Street, Ft. Pierce, Fl 34947 Forest Grove Middle School, 3201 S. 25th Street, Ft. Pierce, Fl 34981 Ft. Pierce Westwood Academy, … Read More

CAST Members held a Drive-Thru 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony. Students were welcomed by staff members. Dr. Reid presented promotion certificates and Assistant Principal Mrs. Gavoni gave students a CAST cup filled with treats and CAST memorabilia. Dr. Reid shared, “We are truly lucky to have such an outstanding group of young ladies and gentlemen in the CAST class of 2020, we truly miss them here on campus, but we know they will come a visit when the time is right. It was great to see them in person if only for a few minutes.”

Amanda MacKenzie’s 5th and 7th grade art students completed a “Laundry Art” activity.  The students were asked to use articles of clothing to create images.

Congratulations to our 8th grade students transitioning to high school!  West Gate celebrated this occasion with a drive-thru ceremony.

Join the St. Lucie County Summer Reading Adventure! The program runs June 6 through August 8, 2020.  Track your summer reading online and earn virtual badges.  Complete the challenge, download your special certificate and you are automatically entered into the Grand Prize Drawing. Grand Prizes Pre-K: Pete the Cat doll and book collection K-5: Kindle Fire Teen: $25 Gift Card Click here for more information Summer Reading 2020 sign up

Allapattah Flats K-8 Agriculture Program and FFA Chapter are new to the district and have worked hard to make a name for themselves this first year. Below are two big accomplishments the FFA Chapter made this year during the midst of Covid-19. The following contests were coached by the Agriculture Teacher and FFA Advisor Kristen Newell. On Wednesday, May 20th, three FFA members from the Allapattah Flats FFA Chapter competed in the Virtual Vegetable Evaluation contest. These students had to identify vegetables, insects, and weeds from pictures they were given on the exam. The team placed 3rd in the state … Read More

Southport Middle School would like to express their gratitude to the many generous residents of Ballentrae, in Port St. Lucie, for their continued support of our Grace Packs program. A huge thank you to Jack Jennings, from Ballentrae, who spearheaded the donation drive. Because of their support to our Grace Packs program, all our Grace Packs families will be provided with healthy food during this difficult time. We would also like to extend our appreciation to the numerous teachers and volunteers who generously donated groceries and/or money, organized, adopted, and/or delivered Grace Packs to our Southport families these past few … Read More

Our latest Dell Certified Educators worked with experienced Dell EMC consultants and SLPS district leaders to integrate best practices in the application of technology to their instruction, curriculum, and assessment. On their path to becoming Certified Educators, each developed a personal goal to facilitate learning in a technology-rich, student-centered environment. Their participation in whole group training and individual technology coaching sessions allowed them to demonstrate their increased skill levels with the application of technology. As the third cohort of the Leaders of Innovative Technology (LIT) in SLPS. These teachers continue to share their knowledge with others at their school sites to enhance the … Read More

The graduation ceremonies will air on WLX-TV, the Education Channel of St. Lucie County, appearing on Comcast channel 13 (Ft. Pierce), Comcast channel 19 (Port St. Lucie), Blue Stream channel 19, and ATT TV channel 99.  Furthermore, a link to the broadcasts will be found on the St. Lucie Public Schools webpage at www.stlucieschools.org. Once aired, the ceremonies can be accessed through YouTube on-demand.   Schedule of Virtual Graduations May 26, 2020 St. Lucie West Centennial, 9:00 A.M. Ft. Pierce Westwood Academy, 11:00 A.M. Treasure Coast High School, 1:00 P.M. May 27, 2020 Lincoln Park Academy, 9:00 A.M. Ft. Pierce … Read More

If your district-issued laptop is in need of repair, please visit Bayshore Elementary School from 9 am-11 am or Weatherbee Elementary School from 1:30 pm-3:00 pm this week.  Repair technicians are available and on-site Tuesday through Friday.

Ms. Kimberly Nedrow’s art students participated in an art poster contest back in January. Congratulations goes to: • Emelie Paula, 7th Grade Whale Sharks – 1st Prize and $200 • Mishelle Scuderi, 8th Grade Whitetips – 2nd Prize and $150 • Keirah Jimeson and Tiffany Perez, 6th Grade Whitetips – 3rd Prize and $50 each • Sammiah Dorelus, 8th Grade Whitetips and Luyeisy Marquez-Moreno, 8th Grade Megalodons – 4th Prize and $37.50 each In fact, Emelie’s and Tiffany’s poster entries are still in the running for a national prize in their grade groups. You can help by clicking on the … Read More

We are so proud to announce that CAST Kindergartner, Gia Grasso, has won the Sunrise Theatre Coloring Contest for the 5 & under category. Gia worked on this “extra project” while keeping up with her core classes online (including: Dance, Drama, Music, PE, and Visual Art). Congratulations Gia.

Flattening the emotional curve: Elasticity and Resiliency During COVID-19 was the theme of a webinar offered in late April. Recently, Mrs. Elizabet Flores participated in the webinar that helps with strategies and tools to identify those students that need motivation for distance learning and how to deal with the stressful situation of COVID-19. She came away from the webinar with excellent tools to share.

Miss Quinones, first grade teacher at WMP, was selected as the Texas Roadhouse Teacher of the Year based on submissions from her students! She won a great gift basket and a free entrée at the restaurant every month for a YEAR! Way to go Miss Q!

St. Lucie Public Schools Math Curriculum Specialist, Christina Worley was just awarded a Kenneth Kidd Mini-Grant from the Florida Council of Teachers of Mathematics. The grant funds projects that enhance teacher and student understanding of mathematics.  Ms. Worley’s grant proposal focused on teacher training in developing engaging ways for students to review math concepts. The funds will be used to purchase supplies for teachers to create “Escape Room” activities for students. Congratulations!  

On Friday, May 15th, secondary music students in St. Lucie Public Schools and their teachers played “Lean on Me” in their yards to honor all those who have sacrificed so much during this Covid-19 pandemic. It was a touching tribute and a wonderful way to connect virtually with one another! Great job everyone!