Garden to Table

Fifth graders at Village Green Environmental Studies School were thrilled to learn about and enjoy eating food grown from their very own vegetable gardens! Students at the school grew “yummy” cabbages and “delicious” sweet potatoes.

Oklahoma Is Sure To Be A Summer Sensation

This summer’s musical is Oklahoma! SHOWTIMES AT PORT ST. LUCIE HIGH SCHOOL: JUNE 12TH THROUGH JUNE 16TH Wednesday, June 12th 7:30 PM Thursday, June 13th 7:30 PM Friday, June 14th 7:30 PM Sat., June 15th 2:00 PM and 7:30 PM Sunday, June 16th 12:00 PM and 4:30 PM

Graduation Schedule

Rather than an ending, commencement represents a beginning. It is appropriate that an occasion which marks the beginning of a new phase of life should be conducted with pomp and circumstance, stateliness and tradition. In keeping with the academic significance of the St. Lucie Public Schools graduation, we want to share some important graduation reminders: Refrain from posting signs, distributing literature, flying balloons, or undertaking any activity including air horns, whistles, bells, or loud sounding objects that might interfere with the dignity of the program. Everyone, including children of all ages, must have a ticket in order to be admitted … Read More

Teacher Appreciation Week #Thankateacher

Teacher Appreciation Week May 6-10 Teacher Appreciation Day May 7 Number One Teacher By Joanna Fuchs I’m happy that you’re my teacher; I enjoy each lesson you teach. As my role model you inspire me To dream and to work and to reach. With your kindness you get my attention; Every day you are planting a seed Of curiosity and motivation To know and to grow and succeed. You help me fulfill my potential; I’m thankful for all that you’ve done. I admire you each day, and I just want to say, As a teacher, you’re number one!

Morningside Named National Finalist

Morningside Elementary was selected as the Florida Elementary School of the Year and National Elementary Finalist for the NEED project. The students pictured (Ben Prohaska, Paul Mukhamedov, Wyatt Taylor, Luke Prohaska, Sincere Robinson, Logan McDonald, Tyler McDonald, and Ryan Ayvaz, along with advisor/5th grade teacher, Mollie Mukhamedov) will represent Morningside Elementary at the 2019 NEED Youth Conference in Washington, D.C. this June.   To find out more about the NEED Project, click on the link below. NEED – National Energy Education Development Project https://www.need.org/

Port St. Lucie High School Students Race 3D Printed Cars

Faculty, staff, students and invited guests were witnesses to an event dubbed the CO2 Races at Port St. Lucie High School. Students in Mr. John Picchiarini’s class designed the cars using AutoCAD 2018. The designs were then 3D printed on site. Two by two, the cars were lined up at the starting line and powered along fishing lines by CO2 cartridges.

Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day – May 9, 2019

Join Florida Department of Education (FDOE) in helping increase awareness about children with mental health needs and end the stigma around seeking help. On May 9, 2019, join the FDOE and wear green in support of Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day. Celebrate the statewide awareness campaign and tag a photo of your group wearing green or a green ribbon using one of these hashtags. #NotAlone, #LetsTalkAboutIt and #ItStartsHere

Law Day

With special thanks to Friends of the Rupert J. Smith Law Library, Inc., students had the opportunity to participate in the 2019 Law Day Art Contest and Law Day Reception. This year’s theme, “Free Speech, Free Press, Free Society,” highlighted the cornerstones of representative government and called on individuals to understand and protect these rights to ensure “The blessings of liberty for ourselves and our posterity.” Treasure Coast High School’s Jazz Band served to engage those attending the event during the reception. Special guests were honored and students from around the district were celebrated for their talents and were awarded … Read More

FPCHS Donates to Veterans

Fort Pierce Central High School JROTC cadets participated in the Wreaths Across America fundraising effort in the fall and raised over $1,100.  The dollars raised were donated to St. Lucie County’s local veterans organizations in an effort to honor the men and women who dedicated themselves to serving and protecting our country in the armed services. Immediate Past President of the Military Officers Association of America, Treasure Coast Chapter Bobbie Williams and Treasurer of the United Veterans of SLC, Inc. Vernon Walentainy were present to accept the donation from students. The gentlemen thanked the cadets and shared how the donation … Read More

St. Lucie Public Schools Participates In Summer Food Service Program

St. Lucie Public Schools will participate in the Summer Food Service Program during the months of June and July.  Nutritionally balanced meals will be provided to all children regardless of race, color, sex, disability, age or national origin during summer vacation when school breakfasts and lunches are not available.  At open sites, all children, 18 years old and younger, are eligible for meals at no charge, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service.  The programs are only approved for geographical areas of need where 50 percent or more of the children qualify for free … Read More

Centennial Eagles Cater Criminal Justice Celebration

St. Lucie West Centennial High School’s Culinary Arts students catered and served a delicious lunch for the guests at the Criminal Justice Academy Completers celebration.  The celebration was hosted at the Keiser University campus at Tradition. Go Eagles!

State of the Jobs Scholarship Winner

Ajah English, 12th grader at Lincoln Park Academy, is the recipient of the ” State of the Jobs” Scholarship in the amount of $800.  She is the only recipient from the district.  The scholarship was presented by Leslie Haviland, Director of Student Services, Keiser University; Brian Bauer, Career Source; Pete Tesch, St. Lucie Economic Development Council of St. Lucie County; and Tonya Woodworth, Career Source. Congratulations!    

Environmental Expo

Village Green Environmental Studies School hosted the Environmental Science Expo last weekend to highlight the school’s permaculture garden, square foot gardens, astronomy binoculars, solar lab and microscope center. Fifth grade students took responsibility to orient  guests about the variety of  plants grown, their origins, and their uses.

Community Partners Spruce Up Northport

We are truly blessed at Northport. Pastor Brian, Deacon Rad, and others from our First United Methodist Church of Port St. Lucie community partners gave a day of service to our school. We are beautiful and wondrously freshly painted and cleaned. ❤ Northport appreciates all who supported the effort!

Northport Students Release Their Inner Author!

Mrs. Lawrence’s first grade class proudly brought their completed Young Author books to the media center.  Great job for innovative and exciting work and teaching the joy of writing!❤ Young Authors is a school-wide program at Northport. Common language and joyful writing brings the community together to help children release their inner writer.

SLC Public Library Makes House Call

Many thanks to the St. Lucie County Public Library for visiting Northport second graders. Jayme Kostandinu, children’s program specialist, and Brittany Ellis, program associate, brought news about the public library’s summer reading program themed “A Universe of Stories!” Students received applications for public library cards and listened to interactive stories to spur their reading initiative. The program runs from June 1 through August 3. Parents, take your children to the public library and check out their many programs and books.

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie Debuts Arts Week

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie proudly showcased their talented students during the debut of Arts Week. Fine arts teachers collaborated to create and put on nightly performances. “Scenes and Sounds,” was the premiere of this year’s inaugural annual student film festival presented by The Media Arts Department which included transcendent music from The CAST Band. The Dance Department dazzled the stage with a showcase of various dance styles and techniques. The Elementary Music & Drama Department presented a lyrical and theatrical evening filled with tales from the animal kingdom and Florida history. The CAST Vocal Arts Department showcased their … Read More

Diversity in Music, Unity in Song

“Diversity in Music, Unity in Song” is the theme for this year’s St. Lucie County All County Elementary Chorus.  Tune in to the School Report segment below to enjoy the music and the message from our children.  

Safety Fest 2019

Friends, families, businesses, and organizations came together on Saturday, April 27th for a day of fun, food, festivities, and demonstrations at the 5th Annual Safety Fest held at the Digital Domain Stadium in Port St. Lucie. The Ft. Pierce Central High School JROTC Color Guard and St. Lucie West Centennial High School Band opened the event by presenting the Colors and playing the National Anthem. St. Lucie Public Schools was represented by Transportation, FDLRS, Media Services, Magnet School Programs, and General Programs of Study.

Key Club Installation of Officers

The Key Club is a student-led organization that teaches leadership through service to others and is supported and mentored under the umbrella of the Kiwanis International family. Key Club members build themselves as they build their schools and communities. New members of the Key Club were recently inducted for the coming school year.  

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