This article was published in School Bus Fleet —  a magazine with the latest news and articles about pupil transportation industry news. PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Some 500 transportation employees here recently prepared to take students back to school at St. Lucie Public Schools’ annual in-service training. The training program was held on Aug. 7 and 8 at the Port St. Lucie Civic Center. The theme of this year’s in-service was “Hop on the Energy Bus,” inspired by the Jon Gordon book The Energy Bus. The district’s school bus drivers and other transportation team members heard a keynote address … Read More

The Indian River Lagoon Science Festival is holding satellite events throughout the Treasure Coast. What do a tour of a world-famous orange juice plant, a paddle through Florida’s history, and a plant sale by Florida Master Gardeners have in common? They’re all part of five weeks of satellite events leading up to the fifth annual Indian River Lagoon Science Festival! The satellite events celebrate the scientist in everyone with S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) programs and activities for a variety of ages and interests. This year’s Indian River Lagoon Science Festival takes place on Saturday, October 27 at … Read More

September is Fruit and Veggies – More Matters Month. This is a national campaign to inform people how easy it is to get 5 – 7 servings of fruits and veggies in our daily diet. Fruits and vegetables contribute much needed vitamins, minerals, and fiber to the diet which helps reduce the incidence of chronic disease. For children ages 2-18, the recommended fruit and vegetable intake ranges from 1-2 cups of fruit and 1-3 cups of vegetables. Recommended intakes are based on age, sex and activity level. A report from CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly looked at fruit and vegetable … Read More

Art Contest  (Grades K-3) Governor Rick Scott and First Lady Ann Scott’s Hispanic Heritage Month Art Contest is open to all K-3 students in the state of Florida. Two winners will be selected. Entry Dates: Entries must be mailed to Volunteer Florida: Hispanic Heritage Month Committee, 3800 Esplanade Way, Suite 180, Tallahassee, Florida 32311. All entries must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. EDT on Monday, October 15, 2018. Emailed, scanned, or faxed entries will not be accepted. Contestants are responsible for all shipping costs. Awards: Winners will be notified after October 22, 2018. Winners will receive a prize at Governor Rick Scott and First Lady … Read More

The Smithsonian at the St. Lucie County Aquarium and FAU Harbor Branch are working together to host an open house for teachers on Sept 19th from 10am-2pm at both the Aquarium and FAU Harbor Branch Ocean Discovery Visitor’s Center. Come learn about the exciting 2018-2019 educational opportunities offered by local organizations at this Teacher Open House! There are two host locations for this event and teachers are invited to either (or both!). The Open House at the Aquarium will offer free admission to registered teachers, snacks and light refreshments, and our educators will be on-site to discuss Smithsonian education programs … Read More

According to the American Heart Association (AHA), nearly 1 in 3 kids or teens in the U.S. are overweight or obese. Check out the AHA’s newsletter to find ways to keep both you and your students acting in healthy ways this year.

St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) will be celebrating Dads Take Your Child to School Day on Wednesday, September 26, 2018. Dads Take Your Child to School Day is a statewide initiative of the Florida Department of Education to encourage fathers and male role models to become involved in the education of their children as a means for increasing student achievement.  Fathers, stepfathers, grandfathers, uncles, brothers, foster fathers and other male role models are invited to take their children to school on September 26. The Dads Take Your Child to School Day event is designed to highlight the significant role a … Read More

From board rooms to ball fields, Superintendent E. Wayne Gent is sharing the positive messages about St. Lucie Public Schools! B Rated School District with No Failing Schools Ranked 22nd Among Florida’s Districts (Top Third) Based on Academic Achievement Number of A Schools Increased From 5 To 8 This Year Number of A and B Schools Increased By 40% Over the Last 2 Years 90.1% Overall Graduation RateUpload Files, and Ranked 5th in Florida Highest Ranking District on the Treasure Coast Based on Graduation Rate Named One of SLC’s Best Places to Work Identified as a District of Distinction for … Read More

Chief Brian Reuther of  the SLPS Security Department announced today that Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers banners will be placed in all K-8 and middle schools as a step toward expanding awareness of the Crime Stoppers program.  Last year, in partnership with the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office, the program began on high school campuses. Safety is a priority for SLPS, and the District will remain vigilant in monitoring campuses and buses.  It is up to everyone to immediately report any concerns or suspicious activities directly to law enforcement or staff members. Anonymous reporting is available through Crime Stoppers by calling … Read More

To help teachers prepare for the General Knowledge test, we are offering FREE GK tutoring beginning the week of 9/10.  Please use the links below to register for Fall 2018 General Knowledge Tutoring.  Please note, when registering for the tutoring session you are committing to attending ALL dates in that session.  All of the tutoring session dates are listed in the registration links.   You must enter the following password after clicking on an event link to register:  GKTutoring Math GK Tutoring Fall 2018 St. Lucie West Centennial H.S. 4:00 – 5:30 pm  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/general-knowledge-tutoring-math-fall-2018-st-lucie-west-centennial-hs-tickets-49226153751   Reading GK Tutoring Fall 2018 Dan McCarty Middle School 5:00 – 6:30 pm https://www.eventbrite.com/e/general-knowledge-tutoring-reading-fall-2018-dan-mccarty-ms-tickets-49225734497   Please contact Laurie Boyer with any additional questions.

Become a school volunteer today!  We can help match your interests, skills, and schedule to the needs of our schools. Opportunities include: After School Programs Supervises, under the direction of the teacher, any after-school activities Arts and Crafts Volunteer Works with the art or classroom teacher helping students develop creativity and expanding appreciation of art   Business Partner Provides expertise and resources to enhance the career-based educational perspective by participating in advisory committee functions, opportunities for career related internships, and/or special events and programs which assist student in skill development Chaperone Provides additional support and supervision of students while on … Read More

Below is a letter from Grace Way Village that shares ways in which students in need can be assisted with school clothing and nutrition needs: Dear St. Lucie County School Teachers and Guidance Counselors: For the sake of those who do not know about Grace Way Village, a well-established nonprofit serving those in need for the last 9 years, here is a brief rundown of all that we do: Provide free clothing for all children in need thru the age of 18 (If student is still enrolled in HS, thru the age of 20) Provide free a hot lunch on … Read More