Mrs. Miranda Spells’ primary students recently embarked on an exciting literary adventure with the book “Going to the Beach,” diving into the story like true literacy detectives! After reading, students enthusiastically engaged in a creative activity where they illustrated and labeled their own beach scenes. This hands-on project allowed them to identify key story elements, such as the setting (where the story takes place), characters (who the story is about), and important events (what happens in the story). The students practiced constructing appropriate sentence structures and thoroughly enjoyed connecting the text to their own personal beach experiences. This activity not … Read More

Fourth graders from Mrs. Gleason’s class worked collaboratively as they located and labeled the physical features of Florida. They identified cities, attractions, and bodies of water. They also interpreted political and physical map elements by using a map key and compass rose. GO LEOPARDS!

Throughout the school year, Lawnwood Leopards have been participating in African American History Lessons. School Board Member, Ms. Jennifer Richardson, interacted virtually with students as they discussed the roles and contributions of Harriet Tubman, Barack Obama, Mae Jemison, and other influential leaders.

Mrs. Collins’s fifth-grade students are learning about Hispanic Leaders.  Recently, they completed a class project about Jeanette Nunez, Florida’s first Hispanic female Lieutenant Governor. Students learned about Nunez’s career and the contributions that she has made to help all Floridians.  Lawnwood students are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!  GO LEOPARDS!

Lawnwood Leopards are learning about growth mindset.  K-5 students attended the NED Show which focuses on character education.  The NED acronym stands for Never give up, Encourage others, and Do your best.  Here at Lawnwood Elementary School we will use the NED approach as we continue to promote a culture of kindness and excellence throughout our campus.  GO LEOPARDS!  

The third-grade students in Mrs. Santos’ class used manipulatives to deepen their understanding of area. Students solved problems involving area by using a visual model and a multiplication formula.   Go Leopards!

School Counselor Lilias Batchelor has organized an Afterschool Boys Club for boys in Grades 3-5 at Lawnwood Elementary School. Mr. Singletary of Roundtable SLC and Mr. Mack have partnered with Lawnwood Elementary School to support this project. Our students eagerly anticipate this weekly program, which provides them with opportunities to collaborate, solve problems, and create solutions. Various community members are invited to share information with the boys, offering valuable insights and experiences. Overall, this afterschool boys club is an excellent opportunity that promotes academic success, good citizenship, and personal growth. A huge thank you goes out to Ms. Batchelor for … Read More

Mrs. Annen’s first grade students used whiteboards and manipulatives as they added one-digit numbers. WAY TO GO!

During preschool week, faculty and staff members participated in professional learning, team building activities, and discussed achievement goals. It was another EPIC week at Lawnwood! GO LEOPARDS!

Mrs. Collins’ 4th-grade class at Lawnwood Elementary recently completed a timeline and test questions project. After studying nonfiction texts with timelines, they explored another text without a timeline. Students constructed a timeline solely from the information provided in the text.  Then, they created three test questions and answers to deepen their learning.  It was an enjoyable learning experience.  GO LEOPARDS!

The fifth graders from Ms. Jacob’s class used starburst candies to learn about sedimentary rocks. Sedimentary rocks, also known as sandwich rocks, can be found in rivers, lakes, and oceans. Students completed a graphic organizer as they learned about different types of rocks and how they are formed.

Fourth grade students compared their observations and used multiple tools as they participated in an egg drop activity.

Ms. Bosque’s fifth-grade students are comparing and contrasting the basic properties of solids, liquids, and gases, such as mass, volume, color, texture, and temperature.  They measured and compared objects and materials based on their physical properties including mass, shape, volume, color, hardness, texture, odor, taste, and attraction to magnets.  The students enjoyed working together and recording their research in the lab journals.  Also, during this physical science experiment, the students learned about changes in matter.  By the end of the activity, the students were able to describe the physical changes water undergoes as it is heated and/or cooled. .  

Students in Miss Voss’ 5th-grade class created Technology Applications. They were instructed to include: the product title, a description of the App’s purpose, the price, and any unique features. The students presented their project to Administration and students were recognized for their work. Some of the Apps created were: A Feel Better App, Animation Apps, Go Sitter, a Hobby App, and a Sketch App. The project inspired their imaginations and was extremely engaging.

Lawnwood Leopards are celebrating Black History Month while creating lifelong memories through community engagement. Mrs. Collins’ fourth-grade students are always eager to learn about community leaders.  In honor of Black History Month, Mrs. Collins invited Fort Pierce City Commissioner Curtis Johnson Jr. to visit her class. This provided students with a unique opportunity to practice their communication skills by interviewing him. Now, they are transforming these insights into PowerPoint presentations, enhancing their public speaking and technical abilities. This hands-on experience not only deepened their understanding of local governance but also fostered essential skills for their future. These experiences will become … Read More

During the month of February, students in grades K-5 learned about the contributions of various African Americans.  During this schoolwide celebration, classroom teachers guided students as they worked collaboratively to research influential African Americans like Denzel Washington, Mae Jemison, Simone Biles, Madame CJ Walker, Toni Morrison, Rosa Parks, and Dr. Martin Luther King.  They gathered information from websites and articles.  Students also created drawings, charts, and artwork to enhance their class project display board.  During the Black History Family Night, students dressed as their assigned historical figure and shared important facts about their person. In all, it was an opportunity … Read More

The Fifth Grade Students of Lawnwood Elementary School are measuring volume by counting unit cubes and relating volume to the operations of multiplication and addition.