Lawnwood Elementary Families enjoyed TACO TUESDAY during the schoolwide Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration.
Lawnwood Elementary Celebrates DAR Essay Contest Winners Fifth grade students in Mrs. Collins’ accelerated class recently participated in the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) Essay Contest, demonstrating strong writing skills and a deep understanding of American history. This year’s theme, “Lunch with a Signer,” invited students to imagine having a conversation with a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Students wrote from a first-person perspective, blending historical accuracy with creative storytelling to bring these important figures to life. We are proud to share that the following students earned top honors through the Cora Stickney Harper Chapter: 1st Place: Laila Boykin 2nd … Read More
Lawnwood Elementary Faculty and Staff participated in the annual College Colors Day on August 31, 2018. Students were introduced to fun facts about various colleges and universities.
Lawnwood Elementary School faculty and staff participated in the annual College Colors Day to promote the expectations for all of our students to graduate high school and go to college. Go, college bound Leopards!
Mrs. Coombs’s 5th-grade scientists turned their classroom into a real science lab! They dove into an exciting investigation to compare and contrast common minerals by their physical properties—hardness, color, luster, cleavage, and streak color. Equipped with scientific tools like streak plates and magnifiers, students made careful observations, tested samples, and recorded data just like professional geologists. They worked in teams, asked thoughtful questions, and discovered how each property helps identify minerals. The students were fully immersed in the activity as they realized science isn’t just about reading—it’s about exploring, experimenting, and having fun! Acting as scientists gave them a chance … Read More
Lawnwood students enjoyed guest reader day. Local members of the Daughters of the American Revolution read “If I Had Your Vote” by Dr. Seuss to celebrate reading.
In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Mrs. Wright’s fourth-grade class at Lawnwood Elementary took a vibrant journey into the heart of Guatemala. Through an engaging and hands-on cultural exploration, students learned about the country’s rich traditions, colorful history, and unique geography. From traditional foods and music to famous landmarks, the class discovered what makes Guatemala such a special part of the Hispanic world. Mrs. Wright emphasized the importance of honoring diversity and recognizing the valuable contributions of Hispanic cultures to our global community. The students were enthusiastic and curious, making this learning experience both meaningful and memorable. Way to go … Read More
NPK-8 celebrated Read Across America school-wide with the help of the St. Lucie Sheriff’s Department, the City of Port St. Lucie Police Department, the U.S. Navy Recruiting Station, the Big Brother Big Sisters of Indian River County, and our partners in education, First United Methodist Church of Port St. Lucie. Overall, the school had 31 volunteer readers who helped spread the joy of reading to our students. The Read Across America initiative for NPK-8 was a three-fold effort that targeted specific grade levels with engaging content and new books to their library. The K-2 portion of the event welcomed readers … Read More
Our wonderful Mosaic Digital Academy K-5th grade students in Mrs. Lankow and Mrs. Schwenger’s class created Law Day Posters! Students completed projects to represent their understanding of the electoral process and the importance of turning out to vote! Way to go Mosaic Digital Academy Owls!
Sponsored by the Friends of the Rupert J. Smith Law Library, a Law Day Art Contest is being held that is open to all K-12 St. Lucie County public and private school students. Students are asked to submit posters, photographs, or videos about the theme of “Cornerstones of Democracy: Civics, Civility, and Collaboration”. Winning entries will be given prizes ranging in value from $50 to $200 with $1,000 awarded to the school with the most entries (minimum of 20 entries required). Click on the images below for prize details and official rules and guidelines. For more information about Law Day, … Read More
With special thanks to Friends of the Rupert J. Smith Law Library, Inc., students had the opportunity to participate in the 2019 Law Day Art Contest and Law Day Reception. This year’s theme, “Free Speech, Free Press, Free Society,” highlighted the cornerstones of representative government and called on individuals to understand and protect these rights to ensure “The blessings of liberty for ourselves and our posterity.” Treasure Coast High School’s Jazz Band served to engage those attending the event during the reception. Special guests were honored and students from around the district were celebrated for their talents and were awarded … Read More
Law Day is recognized on May 1 each year, and this year’s Law Day contest theme is Free Speech, Free Press, Free Society. The Friends of the Rupert J. Smith Law Library provide opportunities for teachers and students to connect with this theme and express their thoughts on the topic in many forms through the annual Law Day Contest. Stay tuned for more information about the contest, and click on the link to learn more about Law Day. https://www.americanbar.org/groups/public_education/law-day/law-day-2019/
On January 27th, Palm Pointe’s K–2 students and their families enjoyed a wonderful evening at a Family UFLI Literacy Night: From Sounds to Stories! Students proudly showcased the foundational reading skills they’ve been developing in class, from letter–sound knowledge to blending and decoding. Families participated in hands-on activities that deepened understanding of early literacy, while parents learned practical strategies to support reading growth at home. The excitement on students’ faces as they demonstrated their skills made the night truly special. Thank you to all the families who joined us in celebrating early literacy and building a strong foundation for lifelong … Read More
Oak Hammock students, home of the Ospreys, soared to new heights during literacy week! Students participated in multiple dress-up days focused on literacy themes like “Reading Makes You Bright!”. Students and staff dressed up in neon colors, read with flashlights, and participated in reading outside. Everyone enjoyed the “Dress Up Like a Book Character” to see themselves reflected in a character’s world!
Palm Pointe’s 8th-grade Classrooms2Careers family night was a huge success! Seniors and their families learned about high school requirements and program offerings. They received practical advice from some of our very own Palm Pointe alumni and connected with local business partners, companies, and colleges who shared programs, pathways, and real‑world advice on career opportunities. Students worked their way through the event with a tic‑tac‑toe challenge, getting marks at each station to ensure that they got the most out of the experience, and earned a free dress code pass! Students also had the opportunity to showcase their career projects and tell … Read More
It is finally here! This week marked the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for Morningside Elementary’s much-anticipated book vending machine! After a year filled with fundraising, business sponsorships, and intricate logistics, we proudly unveiled a shiny new addition destined to ignite a love of reading in children. This innovative machine will provide easy access to a myriad of books, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to explore the joy of literature. Exciting details on how to earn tokens for purchasing books will be shared soon, so stay tuned! Together, let us all nurture young minds and foster a lifelong passion for … Read More
The largest employee giving awards were presented to Treasure Coast High School with a total of $1,920, Morningside Elementary with a total of $1,693, Northport K-8 with a total of $1,165, and Southport Middle School with a total of $864. Each school received a plaque from the United Way of St. Lucie County at the School Board Meeting on April 8, 2014. Pictured are Roxanne Wells of the United Way, Henry Sanabria of Treasure Coast High School, School Board Chairman Debbie Hawley, Lydia Martin of Southport Middle School, Cortina Bell Gray of Morningside Elementary, Lynn Gruszka & Glenn Rustay of … Read More
On August 10, 2018, Port St. Lucie High School facilitated laptop distribution and assigned laptops to upperclassmen (10th grade and up). When students and parents entered the school, they were greeted by multiple Jaguar Battalion cadets who were ready to guide them and answer any questions they might have. Guests entered the Media center to make their payment and received schedules for the school year. Then, they were directed to the cafeteria where additional cadets assisted in handing out laptops and laptop chargers. Cadet 1st Sergeant Elyas Cardenas is pictured at his post located in the cafeteria.
Students in Julia Melville’s second grade class at F.K. Sweet Elementary have been studying different types of landforms and bodies of water in Social Studies. Pictured, from left, Yasmine Joseph-Beausejour, Armani Richardson, Emma Brosnihan, and Megan Kriska are building models of landforms, using salt dough, and then painting the landforms and bodies of water. Students were excited to be able to use the knowledge they had gained, to represent the landforms in a physical state.
Lakewood Park staff made some very special summer visits. Staff members hopped on a school bus and dropped off backpacks with summer supplies and food, as well as celebrated all students scoring a level 5! A huge shoutout to Transportation for supplying a school bus to transport our staff members, supplies, and yard signs! Congrats to all our Falcons for their hard work this year preparing for state testing. We are so proud of you!
