Engaging in Math Brain Breaks at Lawnwood Elementary

Brain Break + Math Fun in Ms. Jacob’s Class! Ms. Jacob’s 5th graders at Lawnwood Elementary School turned an ordinary brain break into an exciting learning opportunity with a twist—Rock-Paper-Scissors with math! After each round, the winner challenged their opponent with a math question like: “What’s a tenth times a tenth?” “What’s 4 × 8?” “Can you solve 40 × 800?” This creative activity combined movement with mental math, helping students stay energized while reinforcing key concepts. It’s a fantastic way to keep those math minds sharp and make learning fun. Way to go, Lawnwood Leopards—showing that math can be … Read More

Allapattah Flats K-8 Celebrated Its Annual Storybook Character Day

On Wednesday, October 29th, Allapattah Flats K-8 celebrated its annual Storybook Character Day, a fun PBIS event for the entire school. Students and teachers were invited to dress as their favorite storybook characters, and K-5 students proudly showed off their costumes during a parade. The atmosphere was filled with creativity and enthusiasm as both students and teachers embraced the opportunity to dress up as their favorite storybook characters.   The highlight of the day was undoubtedly the costume parade, where K-5 students proudly showcased their imaginative outfits. From classic fairytale figures to modern literary heroes, the variety of costumes was … Read More

Bayshore Elementary’s Character Dress Up Day

Bayshore Elementary students had a blast during our Character Dress-Up Day, a special PBIS event that allowed them to spend 25 Jazzy Cash to participate! This fun and engaging activity celebrated students who consistently follow our PAWS expectations: Polite, On Task, Acting Safely, and Showing Respect. By choosing to join in, students demonstrated responsibility and a strong commitment to positive behavior. Events like these are part of our ongoing effort to reward students for making good choices and contributing to a safe, respectful, and productive school environment. At Bayshore, we believe in recognizing and celebrating the great things our students … Read More

Lakewood Park Elementary Kindergarten Engineers Take on Chicka Chicka Challenge

On our early dismissal day, Lakewood Park kindergarten students turned into engineers during STOP and STEM Day! The day began with an exciting question: What does an engineer do? Students learned that engineers solve problems—and then they were given one of their own. The letters of the alphabet wanted to climb the Chicka Chicka BOOM BOOM tree, but the tree wasn’t strong enough. It wobbled and fell, knocking all the letters off! The challenge? Build a stronger tree that can hold all the letters. Students put on their “engineer hats,” examined the materials provided, and created a plan. Then the building began! Some trees held letters … Read More

St. Lucie Public Schools Goes to UNF, FGCU, and FAU in October

The Office of Teaching and Learning is devoted to exposing SLPS students to college and university campuses. We took a group of seniors to the University of North Florida on October 7th, another group of seniors to Florida Gulf Coast University on October 13th, and our last group of seniors to Florida Atlantic University on October 29th. The students were able to listen to the Admissions Department from each university and discuss admission steps/requirements, as well as unique facts for each institution. The students were then led on a comprehensive tour of each university’s campus. To wrap things up, all … Read More

Morningside Elementary Students Host Booth at IRL Science Festival

At the 10th Annual Indian River Lagoon Science Festival, held on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., students from Morningside Elementary proudly represented their school as Everglades Ambassadors and participants in the Need Project. These enthusiastic young learners hosted an engaging conservation booth, sharing their knowledge and passion for environmental stewardship with festival attendees. The event, which was free to the public, featured a wide variety of interactive exhibits from organizations across the Treasure Coast, along with exciting stage performances, raffles, and other family-friendly activities. It was a vibrant celebration of science and learning, perfectly aligned … Read More

Treasure Coast High School Titan of the Week: Kendyl Jarema

Treasure Coast High School proudly celebrates 9th grader Kendyl Jarema as our Treasure Coast High School Titan of the Week! Recognized by Mr. Walby, Kendyl exemplifies maturity, responsibility, and a deep commitment to academic excellence. Her daily engagement in learning and personal growth sets a powerful example for her peers. Kendyl’s respectful and inclusive attitude fosters a positive environment for both students and staff, making her a true role model on campus. Her character and leadership reflect the core values of what it means to be a Titan. We’re honored to spotlight Kendyl and her outstanding contributions to our school … Read More

Port St. Lucie High School Air Rifle Team Delivers Once Again

The Port St. Lucie High School Air Rifle team continues to dominate the virtual match circuit, securing their third consecutive victory against Olympic High School. With a score of 880, eight of those bullseyes, the team showcased precision, discipline, and consistency that reflect their dedication to excellence. Meanwhile, the Jaguar’s Battalion Air Rifle team made a powerful statement at Saturday’s 3 Position Air Rifle (PAR) match, finishing 3rd out of nine competing organizations. Their impressive score of 886, nine of those bullseyes, placed them among the top contenders in the region. Leading the charge was Team Captain James White, whose … Read More

Culinary Students Compete at the Sunshine Kitchen Cookoff

Five outstanding high school culinary arts students competed at the Sunshine Kitchen Cookoff in Fort Pierce. Each high school student was paired with an Indian River State Culinary Institute student to form a team for the event. Each team made Mac N Cheese and Grilled Cheese Sandwiches adding their own spices, flavors, accompaniments, and flair to the recipes. Big thanks to our judges Chef Leslie Moyers, Indian River Estates Assisted Living Facility, Chef Jacques Larson, Crane Club at Tesoro Port St. Lucie, Pam McNair, Chef, Food Service Coordinator, Serve Safe Instructor & Proctor Examiner, Chef Mike Febre, True Roots Catering, … Read More

Spotlight on Learning: Math Meets Movement at Oak Hammock K-8

At Oak Hammock K-8, learning doesn’t stop at the classroom door—it stretches into the gym, where elementary students are discovering that math and movement make a powerful team! This week, our Physical Education program took an exciting turn by integrating 3rd grade math standards into hands-on activities that brought geometry to life. Students explored key concepts like area, perimeter, quadrilaterals, and symmetry through dynamic games and challenges that encouraged teamwork, critical thinking, and physical engagement. Each activity was carefully designed to reinforce Florida’s 3rd grade math benchmarks while making learning active and fun. Throughout the week, students used math vocabulary … Read More

Weatherbee Elementary’s Kindergarten Math Superstars

In Ms. Gagliano’s Kindergarten class at Weatherbee Elementary, math came to life through a fun game of musical chairs! Students are currently working on Unit 4 – Understanding Addition and Subtraction, with today’s focus on making connections to addition as “putting together” or “counting on” (NSO.3.1). As music played, students moved around the room, eagerly waiting for it to stop. When it did, they quickly sat down, grabbed a dry-erase board and marker, ready to write down the equation announced by their teacher. Using the counting on strategy, students solved each problem, proudly showing their work before erasing and jumping back into the next round. The classroom … Read More

Fort Pierce Central High School Celebrates PM1 Learning Gains

Fort Pierce Central High School proudly celebrated over 400 students this past Wednesday for their outstanding learning gains on the ELA PM1 assessment. These gains, measured against last year’s PM3 performance, mark a significant step forward in academic growth and set a strong foundation for future success. In adaptive testing, PM1 plays a crucial role in shaping the difficulty of subsequent assessments. A strong PM1 score leads to a more personalized and manageable PM2, ultimately boosting performance on PM3. This year, Fort Pierce Central students showed a 2% increase in both learning gains and proficiency compared to the same time … Read More

Fort Pierce Central High School Celebrates TCPalm’s Teacher of the Week

We are thrilled to celebrate Mr. Michael Schwerer of Fort Pierce Central High School. He was named TCPalm’s Teacher of the Week for October 12–17! Garnering an impressive 58.25% of the 14,093 votes cast, Mr. Schwerer’s recognition reflects the deep admiration and support he receives from students, parents, colleagues, and the entire school community. This honor highlights Mr. Schwerer’s unwavering dedication to education and the positive impact he makes in the lives of his students every day. His passion for teaching and commitment to excellence inspire those around him and elevate the learning experience at Fort Pierce Central. We are … Read More

SLPS to Host Magnet Schools Expo

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 LAST NAME BEGINS A-L | 5:30PM-6:15PM LAST NAME BEGINS M-Z | 6:15PM-7:00PM LOCATION: SLPS DISTRICT OFFICE 9461 Brandywine Lane, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 Join St. Lucie Public Schools for the Magnet Schools Expo! Learn more about the SLPS magnet schools and their programs. Magnet schools include: Fairlawn Elementary, Frances K. Sweet Elementary, Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie, Fort Pierce Westwood Academy, Lincoln Park Academy, and Samuel S. Gaines Academy. SLPS is currently accepting applications in grades K-12 for the 2026-27 school year. The deadline to apply is November 30.  

Important Update About Metal Detectors

  As part of our ongoing commitment to student and staff safety, we are deploying metal detectors at random schools across the district for the remainder of the year. These deployments will be unannounced and periodic. Please know: The presence of metal detectors at a particular school does not indicate any specific issue or concern at that location. This is part of our comprehensive security strategy to help maintain a safe and secure learning environment for all. We appreciate your support as we continue to prioritize the safety of our school communities.

FREE Heart Screenings for Students

St. Lucie Public Schools is proud to partner with the Florida Department of Health and the Jessica Clinton MVP Foundation to promote a Free Heart Screening event on Saturday, November 8th, from 8am-4:30pm. Jessica Clinton, a young cheerleader in St. Lucie County, died tragically at the age of 17, partly because of an undiagnosed heart condition. The foundation created in her honor believes such tragedies can be prevented by promoting early heart screenings and providing public education and awareness of hidden heart conditions. Don’t wait. Schedule your child’s free heart screening today by calling 772-215-1912 or by visiting www.jessicaclinton.org.

St. Lucie West Centennial High School Eagles Soaring to New Learning Opportunities

Centennial Eagles are soaring to new learning opportunities.  Our St. Lucie West Centennial High School Early Childhood students have been actively learning through hands-on experiences. Over the past month, they completed their Baby Think It Over lessons, with some even taking the babies home for the weekend. This immersive activity gave students a realistic glimpse into the responsibilities of caring for a newborn—highlighting the importance of patience, empathy, and dedication. Their commitment to learning and growth has been truly inspiring. We’re incredibly proud of our Eagles for embracing this challenge and demonstrating such maturity and care. Keep soaring high, Eagles!  … Read More

Bayshore Elementary Coming Together for Unity Day

Some of our Bayshore Elementary Jaguars wore orange to represent Unity Day! By wearing orange, our students and staff showed a collective visual statement that bullying is not OK, and that everyone deserves to feel safe and included. The vibrant color creates an impactful and powerful statement that can be seen across schools and communities, helping to raise awareness. The counselors went on the Morning News and shared a message of unity while also promoting being a friend, not a foe! Wearing orange is a simple way to visibly demonstrate that a community, school, or classroom is standing together against … Read More

St. Lucie West Centennial Community Partnership Spotlight

A huge thank you to Mr. Fraum and the incredible St. Lucie West Centennial High School Culinary students for their outstanding support at the Village Green Boo Bash! Our Eagles showcased excellence by preparing delicious food, maintaining spotless workspaces, and serving with enthusiasm and professionalism. Their teamwork and positive energy made the event a memorable experience for all. We’re proud of our students for representing SLW Centennial with heart and dedication. This partnership with Village Green continues to thrive, and we look forward to many more impactful moments together. Eagles are World Changers.  Great job EAGLES!!!  We are Eagle strong.

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