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Recently, Kindergarten teachers Mrs. Guermithe Ogé and Mrs. Esther Jean delivered surprise packages to their students. The children were so excited to receive a visit from their teachers and their teachers were delighted to see them – even if it was from a distance!
Students from Miss Kazandjian’s kindergarten class at Weatherbee Elementary School enjoyed gorgeous weather on Tuesday as they visited the 4H Farm.
Mike Della Fave’s third graders work to find the area and perimeter of shapes in the hallway at Weatherbee.
St. Lucie Public School Outboard Marine Service Program students attended the Boat Show in Stuart. Students met with employers from the local marine industry and visited boats docked at the show. Students heard about career opportunities in various areas of the marine industry as well as the increase in marine jobs in St. Lucie and Martin counties. It was a great day for the students. Big thanks to Robb Abbott at Oceanwide Electronics, Jill Marasa at Ashley Capital, and Justin Beard at Marine Industries Association of the Treasure Coast MIATC for planning this day for students.
We’re thrilled to announce the return of Marine Marvels: Exploring Careers Beneath the Waves! As part of FK Sweet’s brand-new MOA Discovery Program, this incredible experience is opening up the world of marine science and conservation careers to our 4th-grade students. Through hands-on, scenario-based activities, our young explorers are meeting real-life marine role models, growing their ecological awareness, and strengthening creativity and critical thinking. So far, students have: Taken a virtual field trip aboard Nautilus Live’s EV Nautilus Connected with marine biologist Andie Fisher from Inwater Research Group Launched into career-focused lessons designed by IRG Education + St. Lucie Public … Read More
We’re thrilled to announce that St. Lucie Public Schools has partnered with Inwater Research Group to launch Marine Marvels: Bilingual Adventures in Marine Science. This NEW program introduces 4th-grade to bilingual role models in marine science, helping them grow their awareness about marine conservation topics and expand their communication skills about scientific concepts in both English and Spanish. For our first live event, students at Weatherbee Elementary got a virtual visit from International Program Coordinator, Yvette Fernandez! She shared her journey into sea turtle conservation and discussed how her Hispanic and bilingual identity amplifies her impact as an educator and … Read More
During lunch, students at Treasure Coast High School participated in the pull-up challenge hosted by Staff Sergeant Brandon Raines, a United States Marine Corps Recruiter. The pull-up challenge is used to help gain exposure to the Marine Corps, specifically all the scholarship and job opportunities that are available to students. Titan Born, Titan Bred!
On Friday, November 6th, seniors from the Marine and Oceanographic Academy traveled to Lakewood Park Elementary to put on an anti-bullying skit for the students. The skits, which were to created by the seniors, were meant to highlight different types of bullying that could take place in school and the resulting side effects. In a day and age where bullying is becoming ever more prevalent, the seniors felt it was important to get the message out to the younger generation. The seniors were thankful to Mrs. Young for allowing them to take time out of their day to meet with the … Read More
At Floresta Elementary, mentees have been planted close to their Marigold! They found their positive, encouraging, nurturing, and supportive mentor that will continue to help them grow not only this year but, in the years to follow.
Fort Pierce Central High School Band Program earned Straight Superiors at the District 13 Marching Band Music Performance Assessment at Jensen Beach High School October 28th, 2023. Mr. Joshua Daniels is the director of bands and the Marching Cobras. The band staff includes assistant band director Emily Morgan, Percussion Instructor Christopher Ketcham, Winds Tech Derek Nierenberg, and Color Guard Coach Leigh Ann Rutter. The Band’s leadership team includes Band Captain Nicolas Tovar, Drum Majors Esteban Acosta and Makayla Vasser, Woodwind Lieutenant Megan Estarellas, Brass Lieutenant Jaden Rios, Percussion Lieutenant Jeano Dyer, and Color Guard Lieutenants Reed Wildes and Genna Zerga. … Read More
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
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
Bands from across the District took to the field at Lawnwood Stadium on Saturday, October 20th for the 2nd Annual Marching Band Showcase. Audience members were entertained as students performed a wide array of tunes as individual school bands and as a collective group of musicians for the grand finale under the direction of special guest conductor, St. Lucie Public Schools Superintendent E. Wayne Gent.
Marching Band Showcase SATURDAY October 20, 2018 (Middle and High School Marching Bands) Lawnwood Stadium Fort Pierce Gates Open at 6:00 PM
This year’s inaugural Marching Band Showcase was a spectacular event that highlighted the talents and skills of students and directors. Fans crowded Lawnwood Stadium on Saturday evening (October 14) for an exciting evening of music as middle school and high school marching bands performed selections independently and (in a special performance) together under the direction of special guest conductor Dr. Kevin G. Perry. The Education Foundation, a huge supporter of Arts in Education, was also instrumental in supporting this event through its Matching Teacher Grant. Middle School: Joe Colombo Forest Grove MS Karen Crocco St. Lucie West K8 … Read More
Marching Band Showcase THIS SATURDAY (Middle and High School Marching Bands) October 14, 2017 Lawnwood Stadium Fort Pierce
Saturday, November 5th was a great day for the marching bands of SLPS as they performed in the District 13 Marching Band Music Performance Assessment (MPA)! The MPA is equal to FSA for classroom assessment. Band performances are assessed by critical experts in the field, and bands receive ratings in five categories by six judges. The highest two ratings are Superior (1) and Excellent (2). SLPS always strives for its bands to score at a 2 or higher. The following ratings were achieved from this year’s Marching MPAs: Fort Pierce Central High School – 1 – Superior Fort Pierce Westwood High … Read More
March is nationally recognized as Music in Our Schools Month. St. Lucie Public Schools appreciates and values the the role of music in education and recognizes that it can play a multifaceted part in the life of a student and has the power to inspire and transform. Likewise, music education has a positive impact on student development and academic achievement. Southport Middle School students performed at the February School Board Meeting.
March is designated as Music in Our Schools Month. At the school board meeting on March 10th, Dr. Kevin Perry recognized the following students for their achievements: Austin Routten, LPA, Music Performance at Carnegie Hall, and All State Jazz Band Angelica Flores, LPA, All State Middle School Treble Choir Tiffani Kinnaman, LPA, All State Middle School Treble Choir Rebecca Napier, LPA, All State Middle School Treble Choir Bianca Palermo, LPA, All State MIddle School Treble Choir Lillian Boettcher, LPA, 7th/8th Grade All State Orchestra Karissa Brunelle, SLWCH, All State HIgh School Women’s Chorus Jared Willis, SPM, FBA Small Schools Honor Band Aimee Pezzino, SOM, 7th/8th Grade All State Honor Band Diego … Read More
St. Lucie Public Schools’ Manufacturing and Engineering Program Advisory Board hosted a hybrid Career Day at Treasure Coast High School. Colleen Gill from CareerSource Research Coast as well as Bill Wilcox and Brooks Price from Phoenix Metals spoke to students in person while Eric Linero from Jenoptik spoke to the students virtually via Microsoft Teams. A great day for seniors to learn about career options available on the Treasure Coast. Mitch Kloorfain from CareerSource Research Coast took the photos. Following the meeting, Treasure Coast High School Culinary Arts Program served a delicious breakfast to the Advisory Board. Big thanks to Chef … Read More
