Congratulations to SLPS graduates. This week and next, the class of 2018 will graduate with honors and distinctions to carry them into their next steps of college and the world of work. We celebrate their accomplishments and wish them tremendous success as they venture forward! Lincoln Park Academy  8:30 am on May 22, 2018 at the Fenn Center Ft. Pierce Westwood High School 12:30 pm on May 22, 2018 at the Fenn Center Port St. Lucie High School 4:30 pm on May 22, 2018 at the Fenn Center St. Lucie West Centennial High School Students with last name A – K … Read More

Twenty students from SLPS attended the “Ready to Work” Manufacturing Boot Camp Program Acceptance Information Session.  Based on recommendations by high school guidance counselors, students attended to learn more about this opportunity to participate in a one week manufacturing boot camp organized by the Economic Development Council (EDC) post-graduation. Students will have an experienced-packed week visiting local manufacturers and attending training sessions that will include: soft skills, finances, and resume writing. After the week, students will have the opportunity to interview with the following companies: Silver Line Plastics:  https://www.slpipe.com/ Phoenix Metal Products: http://www.phoenixgse.com/ Pursuit Boats: http://www.pursuitboats.com/ Hi-Tide Boat Lifts: http://www.hi-tide.com/ … Read More

Health Fairs for SLPS employees are scheduled at various locations, and you may register at any location. (See registration link below.) You will earn 50 wellness incentive points towards the 2017-2018 program. Village Green Environmental Studies School: 5/22 from 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM St. Lucie Elementary School: 5/23 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Oak Hammock K8 School: 5/23 from 12:15 PM – 3:30 PM Windmill Point Elementary School: 5/30 from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM Fairlawn Elementary School: 5/30 from 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM *Register for a Health Fair appointment    

The Addams Family Show Dates/Times Wednesday, June 13, 2018 * 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 14, 2018 * 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 15, 2018 * 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 16, 2018 * 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Sunday, June 17, 2018 * 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! For ticket locations, click HERE.  

For the second consecutive naming period, St. Lucie Public Schools received the distinction of being recognized as one of Florida’s Healthy School Districts. The Florida Partnership for Healthy Schools (FPHS), in collaboration with Florida Action for Healthy Kids (FLAFHK), Florida Association of District School Superintendents (FADSS) and Florida Healthy Kids Corporation announced the honorees for the period of May 2018 through April 2020. Florida Healthy School Districts have established a culture and climate that embraces the Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) approach to reduce barriers to learning and support academic achievement.   Superintendent E. Wayne Gent recognized the … Read More

“Student Perks: It’s More Than Coffee” had just the right blend of innovation and effective programming to receive an Achievement Award from the National Association of Counties (NACo). The collaborative venture with St. Lucie County honors students in St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) Exceptional Student Education (ESE) program by providing them the opportunity to run a coffee kiosk at the County Administration Office. They reap benefits of authentic experiences while their customers benefit from their valuable services.   Superintendent E. Wayne Gent said, “We appreciate our community partnerships.  When we have opportunities such as this to work together and achieve … Read More

St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) was a proud sponsor of the Education Foundation of St. Lucie charity softball showdown between the SLC Firefighters and the School District. Many people had a chance to stop by the SLPS vendor table to learn about exciting new performing arts and STEM academies — Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie and Samuel S. Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies. Inside the stadium, the bases were loaded with St. Lucie Public Schools personnel and St. Lucie County Firefighters battling it out in an exhibition game for student scholarships and teacher grants. Thanks to everyone for your … Read More

After making their mark at school and district History Day events, St. Lucie Public Schools students traveled to Tallahassee with aspirations of coming home champions. They did not disappoint with positive results in the following areas: Outstanding County Award (St. Lucie West K-8) Juliana Pack Adriana Bravo Alexa Tango Samantha Jenkins Emily Bouchillon Individual Performance, 3rd Place Senior (Port St. Lucie High School) Cathia Oge Junior Group Exhibit 3rd Place (Palm Pointe Research School at Tradition) Adriadna Hiller and Joshua Sherman   This year’s State History Day competition was held at Tallahassee Community College with over 1,100 students from 31 … Read More

SLPS added an emergency alert button to the St. Lucie Public Schools app. The app is FREE and available in your favorite app store. The added feature allows users to submit anonymous tips to school and district officials anytime, anywhere.

The STAR program’s focus is to recognize employees for their conduct, skills and actions that correlate with the District’s vision and acknowledge those who exemplify its core values. During May’s School Board Meeting, four individuals were recognized for their STAR qualities. Wanda Bird (Miss Rosie) – Bus Driver, Transportation Department   Denise Coyle – Bus Driver, Transportation Department   Beth Payne – Teacher, Morningside Elementary School Margot Williams – Teacher, Village Green Environmental Studies School Click on this link to view the Board Meeting and watch the recognitions.