Promoting attendance in the classroom in Mrs. Herrera’s 2nd Grade! When these Bluejays have perfect attendance for 10 days in a month -students earn an ice cream party from Mrs. Herrera! ALL students in Mrs. Herrera’s class were present for the first 10 days of school! They Celebrated with an ICE CREAM PARTY today

Congratulations to Coach Sides and Coach McKenna for being awarded the American Heart Association’s Kids Heart Challenge Grant! This grant will provide health equipment and resources for our Morningside staff and students.

Students in Mrs. McKenna’s 1st grade class took part in a study of Frida Kahlo for Hispanic Heritage Month. After learning about Frida Kahlo’s inspirational story, students designed and created their own paintbrushes and completed self-portraits.

 Morningside Elementary School recently held it 2011-2012 Spelling Bee. Pictured, from left, are Assistant Principal Jennifer Hedeen, first place winnre Raisa Asim, third place winner Rodney Calixte,  second place winner Bianca Morris second place, Principal Cortina Bell-Gray and in the back, bee coordinator Jean Constantine.

Third grade students at Morningside Elementary participated in researching the life and art of abstract artists such as Pablo Picasso during their enrichment MTSS. They were able to identify how the illustrations and art enhanced the mood of the stories they were reading. Then, they replicated one of Picasso’s famous works called “The Three Musicians”. Students created collages by layering geometric shapes, construction paper cutouts, paint and other materials to create these eye catching masterpieces.  

BIG excitement for our 5th Grade Blue Jays! Morningside Elementary School 5th Grade Blue Jays brought incredible energy and curiosity to Saturday with Scientists! Five outstanding students jumped into hands‑on labs, exploring Biologist DNA Extraction, Paleontology, and Robotics. They uncovered pieces of the past, experimented with real scientific tools, and tackled each challenge with enthusiasm, teamwork, and confidence. Their passion for learning was unmistakable as they explored everything from ancient fossils to future‑focused technology. These young scientists are truly soaring, and their dedication and excitement make us incredibly proud of all they have accomplished. #When Learning is an Adventure Everyone … Read More

We are proud to announce that Morningside Elementary has been recognized as a PBIS Gold Model School, a prestigious honor that reflects the hard work and commitment of our entire school community. This recognition celebrates the incredible teamwork of our students, staff, and families who make Morningside a place where positive behavior and learning thrive. Through our strong Single School Culture, Blue Bucks rewards, which are spent at the PBIS store, fun PBIS events such as Hat Day and a carnival, teacher treasure boxes are always a positive reward within the classroom, and our commitment to living out S.O.A.R. expectations, … Read More

Our Everglades team wanted to spread the word about the importance of the Everglades ecosystem to our community. They used technology to help create information sheets based on the Everglades habitats. Tavola’s Pizzeria on PSL Blvd, a frequent supporter of Morningside Elementary students, agreed to allow us to feature these sheets at their pizzeria. We are so thankful for the community partners that join with us to celebrate the success of our students and help get the word out about the importance of the Everglades.  

On Thursday, December 11, 2014,  the Morningside Elementary Chorus under the direction of Donna Calvert presented a upbeat singing and speaking presentation for parents and guests to celebrate traditions around the world.  The students dressed in traditional costumes from their country or state and told about the  traditions that are part of that country’s holiday time. Student’s also played bells, tambourines and other percussion instruments throughout the program.             .

Over the past few weeks, students and teachers have worked very hard to “show what they can do” on the third progress monitoring assessment of the F.A.S.T. Assessment. Although all students tried their very best, a perfect score is hard to achieve. Morningside celebrated the students who achieved this amazing task. The MSE prize patrol came out to their homes and surprised them with a sign and a ten-minute party. Congratulations again to: 5th grade Math – Mikhail, Liam, Ethan (4th grade AMP); 3rd grade math- Charolette; 5th grade science- Mikhail, Andrew, Emersen We are so proud of all our … Read More

Both ladies celebrated their upcoming retirement with staff, teachers, family and other guests. Barbara (Mrs. I) has worked for 17 years in St. Lucie County working in our elementary schools with small groups of students to raise their confidence and achievement scores.  For the past 46 years, Peggy (Mrs. McBee) has taught high school students in Physical Education and has specialized in Gifted Curriculum throughout our county at the elementary level.  Best Wishes to you both! You will be missed!

In collaboration with drama students from Port Saint Lucie High School, 5th-grade students at Morningside Elementary experienced the performance of a lifetime. Over six weeks, high school students visited during PE and music resource classes to work with our 5th graders. Together, they learned and practiced routines to various songs, fostering teamwork and creativity. The high school students mentored the younger students, helping them build confidence and stage presence. The culmination of their efforts was a special performance held in the MSE cafeteria, where students showcased their routines to classmates, teachers, and other staff members. This engaging project not only … Read More

Fifth Grade students at Morningside Elementary learned lessons in motion and energy. They designed, built and launched rockets along with their teachers and former Morningside teacher, Tom Filipkowski. The students enjoyed their experience and gained a deeper understanding of science standards.

Fifth-grade AMP students at Morningside Elementary are delving into the wonders of our solar system as they explore the planets. Aligned with Florida Science Standards SC.5.E.5.1, SC.5.E.5.2, and SC.5.E.5.3, students are building knowledge of planetary characteristics, movements, and patterns. Through collaboration, one student researches while the other partner takes notes, and together they develop their PowerPoint using a shared digital document. This teamwork not only strengthens their science knowledge but also builds skills in communication, teamwork, and technology. By working together, students are developing a deeper understanding and ownership of their learning while exploring the mysteries of space in a … Read More

After learning about Frida Kahlo, students designed and created their own paintbrushes, ran multiple tests, and made improvements where needed. They also created a self-portrait and put their paintbrushes to use to color parts of their portrait.

Maggie Garrett, seated, a kindergartner in Jean Constantine’s kindergarten class at Mariposa Elementary School  reads to fifth graders Raisa Asim, Alyssa Byrum and Hilario Garcia the book she put together and colored to work with her sight words she is learning to read.

An additional 12 student athletes at Fort Pierce Central High School signed letters of intent to play athletics in college this coming season. A celebration was recently held by the students, staff and families for the occasion. Athletes and their schools are: Jonathan Marcelin, football, Bethany College; Jonathan Marsailles, wrestling, Central Baptist College; Maurice Campbell, football, Southern University; Jameel Jackson, football, Grambling State University; Tyler Gaskin, football, Benedict College; Deion Robinson, football, Graceland University; Eugene Jacobs, football, Ave Maria University; Nikko Crespo, baseball, SUNY Canton; Roneisha Jordan, volleyball/basketball, Rainy River Community College; Ebony Joseph, basketball, Rainy River Community College; Nic … Read More