The Giving Concert Benefits Students in St. Lucie County

The seventh annual Giving Concert is planned for Thursday, October 25th at Lincoln Park Academy Auditorium located at 1806 Avenue I in Fort Pierce. The doors will open to the public at 6:30 p.m. and the concert boasting area choral groups will begin at 7:00 p.m.   The event, sponsored by St. Lucie Public Schools and organized by Choral Director Dr. Rolanda Jones, will benefit Grace Packs which is a weekly weekend back pack program that provides necessary food items to students in need.   Admission to the concert is a non-perishable food item (Chef Boyardee products are suggested) donation. … Read More

The Giving Concert Benefits Students in St. Lucie County

St. Lucie County, FL –   The seventh annual Giving Concert is planned for Thursday, October 25th at Lincoln Park Academy Auditorium located at 1806 Avenue I in Fort Pierce. The doors will open to the public at 6:30 p.m. and the concert boasting area choral groups will begin at 7:00 p.m.   The event, sponsored by St. Lucie Public Schools and organized by Choral Director Dr. Rolanda Jones, will benefit Grace Packs which is a weekly weekend back pack program that provides necessary food items to students in need.   Admission to the concert is a non-perishable food item (Chef Boyardee … Read More

Miami Dolphins Albert Wilson Supports C.A. Moore Elementary

FORT PIERCE, FL – Miami Dolphins Wide Receiver Albert Wilson (#15) continues to support Chester A. Moore Elementary School (CAM) in Fort Pierce, Florida. Wilson, a Port St. Lucie High School graduate, has deep ties to St. Lucie County and the elementary school located in Fort Pierce.  He is the foster son of Mrs. Sherri Brown, media specialist at CAM.   “Students are inspired to do their best knowing that one of their sports heroes could stop in their classroom or visit during lunch to check on progress or give a great-job high five,” said Principal Ucola Barrett-Baxter.   Wilson … Read More

Indian River Lagoon Science Festival Celebrates Science on the Treasure Coast

The Indian River Lagoon Science Festival returns for its fifth year on Saturday October 27 from 10am-3pm at Veterans Memorial Park, part of the River Walk Center in Fort Pierce! This FREE all-ages day of discovery promises to be a blast for the whole family with dozens of minds-on, hands-on activities exploring the wonders of science, technology, engineering, art and math on the Treasure Coast.   The Indian River Lagoon Science Festival aims to show not only the importance of science, but also to highlight how very fun it can be! This event features over 75 exhibitors from around the … Read More

Miami Dolphins Albert Wilson Supports C.A. Moore Elementary

Miami Dolphins Wide Receiver Albert Wilson (#15) continues to support Chester A. Moore Elementary School (CAM) in Fort Pierce, Florida. Wilson, a Port St. Lucie High School graduate, has deep ties to St. Lucie County and the elementary school located in Fort Pierce.  He is the foster son of Mrs. Sherri Brown, media specialist at CAM.   “Students are inspired to do their best knowing that one of their sports heroes could stop in their classroom or visit during lunch to check on progress or give a great-job high five,” said Principal Ucola Barrett-Baxter.   Wilson shepherds groups of students … Read More

Celebrating National Principals Month

Each October, National Princpals Month recognizes the essential role that principals play in making a school great. Principals are among the hardest working, yet often least recognized individuals in education. Principals set the academic tone for their schools, and it is their vision, dedication, and determination that provide the mobilizing force for achieving student success. Each October, NASSP, NAESP, and AFSA seek to honor these unsung heroes for their tireless efforts in pursuit of excellence in education. National Principals Month is a widely recognized celebration of the principalship, marked by national and state resolutions supporting the event, as well as … Read More

Sunrise Theatre’s Nutcracker Ballet and Irish Dance

For the 12th year the Sunrise Theatre is committed to providing students in St. Lucie, Indian River, Okeechobee, and Martin Counties the opportunity to attend live theatrical performances. The School Time Performances offer current, challenging and artistically diverse programming performed by international, national and regional artists and theatrical companies. For some students, it is their first time seeing a live performance and for others yet another glimpse into the world of education, brought to life. Tickets for all performances are $3 per person per show. School bus transportation costs are covered by the Sunrise Theatre Foundation. Field Trip Forms Must … Read More

Weatherbee Media Center Students Shine!

Students at Weatherbee Elementary School are applying literacy and STEAM skills during weekly visits to the media center. Students create in the new Maker Space, read in the Library Living Room, practice fluency in the George Washington Readers’ Theater, and work on computer-based learning in addition to checking out their favorite books.  

Port St. Lucie High School Army JROTC Jaguar Battalion March 30th Annual Homecoming Parade

On October 11, 2018, the Port St. Lucie Army JROTC Jaguar Battalion participated in the 30th annual homecoming parade from Village Green Elementary School, down Lennard Road, and back to Port St. Lucie High School. Congressman Brian Mast and leading cadets took turns calling cadences as they showed their pride carrying each state’s flag. Leading our Battalion was PSLHS’s color guard commanded by Cadet 1st Sergeant Andre Hannon, accompanied by Cadet Major Dariel Parzych and Cadet 2nd Lieutenant Justin Locklar and Cadet 2nd Lieutenant Mic heal Bourguillon as guards.  

Palm Pointe Kindergarten Students Learn About Fire Safety

Palm Pointe Kindergarten students enjoyed an exciting learning opportunity this week when St. Lucie County Firefighters came to their school to teach them about fire safety. October is fire safety month, and to celebrate this initiative, students had an opportunity to interact with our local firefighter heroes.  Students learned what to do in the event of a fire, how to safely exit their home, how and when to call 911, and the importance of coming up with a family plan during a fire emergency.  They were able to explore the firetruck and tools used by the firemen. Thank you to … Read More

Marching Band Showcase Returns to Lawnwood Stadium

The 2nd Annual Marching Band Showcase is slated for October 20, 2018 at Lawnwood Stadium.  This year’s event promises to entertain all ages as middle and high school bands take the field to perform musical selections spanning Broadway hits to toe-tapping oldies. Performances will highlight the talents and skills of students and directors.  The gates open at 6 PM for fans who will enjoy an exciting evening of music.  As a grand finale, middle and high school marching bands will unite for a collaborative performance under the direction of special guest conductor St. Lucie Public Schools Superintendent E. Wayne Gent. … Read More

Marching Band Showcase Returns to Lawnwood Stadium

St. Lucie County, FL – The 2nd Annual Marching Band Showcase is slated for October 20, 2018 at Lawnwood Stadium.  This year’s event promises to entertain all ages as middle and high school bands take the field to perform musical selections spanning Broadway hits to toe-tapping oldies. Performances will highlight the talents and skills of students and directors.  The gates open at 6 PM for fans who will enjoy an exciting evening of music.  As a grand finale, middle and high school marching bands will unite for a collaborative performance under the direction of special guest conductor St. Lucie Public Schools Superintendent … Read More

Gators on Patrol

Allapattah Flats K-8 School welcomes their “Safety Patrol Gators” for the 2018/2019 School Year! Our 5th Grade Safety Patrols are ready, willing, and able to assist with keeping our campus safe!  Their first week has been awesome!  They stand proudly at their post each morning and each afternoon promoting Safety, Responsibility, and Respect! Welcome, APFK-8 School Safety Patrol Gators!  

October 19 – Wear It Pink

On October 19, during Breast Cancer Awareness Month, join with others to wear pink. Why Wear It Pink on October 19th?  This is a day people come together in work places, schools, homes and communities to wear pink, raise money and show their support for breast cancer awareness. Snap a Wear It Pink photo and send it to Stacy Donnelly, the District’s Wellness Manager, at stacy.donnelly@stlucieschools.org

Business and Industry Awards Finalists

This year’s 34th Annual Business & Industry Awards, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce and MIDFLORIDA Credit Union, was an evening to celebrate businesses and organizations in St. Lucie County that positively contribute to the area’s economic well-being and quality of life. Nominees for the award were submitted to the Chamber and each was judged on criteria including community involvement, economic impact, Chamber participation, and environmental responsibility. St. Lucie Public Schools and the Fort Pierce Westwood Veterinary Academy are proud to have been recognized as finalists in their respective categories of Subsidized Organizations and Animal Services. Congratulations to the overall … Read More

Award Recipients: Fairlawn Elementary and West Gate K-8

This year’s ECTAC Conference was abuzz with conversation as educators from across Florida celebrated and learned from other schools who are exceeding expectations. This conference provides the opportunity for schools that are striving for higher levels of achievement to collaborate in the sharing of best practices and ideas.  (ECTAC provides technical assistance to a collaborative network of school districts regarding selective programs contained in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) reauthorized as the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA).) Special congratulations are extended to Fairlawn Elementary School and West Gate K-8 School for their inspiring approach to school-wide collaboration and … Read More

Registration Still Open for Flu Vaccine

St. Lucie Public Schools has partnered with Healthy Schools – the nation’s largest school vaccine provider – to offer flu shots to your child during the school day. The copay is $0, so there is no cost to you. The CDC recommends a flu shot as your child’s number one defense against the flu. Our District’s goal is to ensure that flu shots are available to our students. Help us as St. Lucie Public Schools Fights the Flu. Learn more and sign up your child for a flu shot — it’s not too late! enroll.stlucieflu.com #StLucieFightstheFlu #flushotsmakeHealthySchools

Test Drives Support Education

Help Buick donate up to $10,000 to Ft. Pierce Westwood High School! Drivers 21 and older are invited to take a 2 – 3 minute test drive on November 3rd at Fort Pierce Westwood High School. Buick will donate $10 for the first 100 test drives and $20 per test drive after the school hits the 100 benchmark. The event is scheduled from 8 AM to 3 PM on Saturday, November 3rd.    

Veteran Educator Nardi Routten Appointed to National Assessment Governing Board

FORT PIERCE, FL –  U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos announced St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) Teacher Nardi Routten as one of five leaders from around the country who has been appointed to the National Assessment Governing Board.  Routten, a veteran educator with more than twenty years of experience, will serve a four-year term during which time she will help set policy and assist in the identification of subject area content for the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), also known as the Nation’s Report Card. According to information released by the U.S. Department of Education, “NAEP offers to the public and … Read More

Calling All Juniors and Seniors – College Fair October 18th

St. Lucie Public Schools is committed to helping students reach their post-secondary and career aspirations.  On October 18th, juniors, seniors, and parents are invited to attend the College Fair and take one step closer to achieving personal goals. This Fair is designed to assist students with college and career choices.  Representatives from more than 70 colleges, universities, career/technical programs, and military organizations will share their expertise, experience, and opportunities. Families are advised to come prepared with questions as it is a unique opportunity to access numerous experts in one location.  Local high schools will also have representatives from guidance and … Read More

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