A group of local Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 566 visited Lakewood Park Elementary School recently to speak with students. The veterans also decorated a display case filled with helmets, books, dog tags, hats of the different branches of the military, old photos and model helicopters of the UH-1Huey and the AH-64D Apache Longbow. The group, spearheaded by Joe Lusardi, discussed the importance of freedom and about parts they played in the Vietnam War. Thevets also donated a new American flag to the school. Principal Dianne Young presented the group with a plaque from Lakewood Park Elementary School as a thank you … Read More

We are bursting with pride for our incredible students who truly embody Manatee spirit! As they wait for class to begin, they are making the most of their time by engaging in meaningful activities. Whether it’s diving into a book, practicing reading fluency passages, or tackling fractions, they are showing us what it means to be proactive and dedicated learners. These bright minds are not just preparing for the day ahead; they are already becoming world changers, Keep shining, students! Your hard work and commitment are inspiring everyone around you!

Dr. Jacqueline Venzen and Dr. Thomas Gay, fifth-grade science teachers at Village Green Environmental Studies School, engaged their classes in conducting hands-on scientific investigations regarding paper airplane flight.  Students had to identify a problem, develop a hypothesis, plan and carry out systematic observations, outline a plan of action, and test their airplane design as they recorded their results.  Students were actively engaged in demonstrating their understanding of the scientific process as they let their paper airplanes take flight in an outdoor setting.  Students also conducted additional research regarding airplane design and which designs were best suited for long-distance airplane flight.

In celebration of a successful unit of study on Space, 5th-grade students at Village Green eagerly wanted to do a roundup of activities centering on the unit’s learning.  Students chose activities on creating an image of the sun (the Star of the Solar System), comets, and the phases of the moon, as some of their cherished learning experiences.

Village Green’s SRO, Deputy Lopez took time to deliver an important message to our students this week. Thank you, Deputy Lopez, for teaching our kids to always be safe, kind and honest. We appreciate everything you do to help mold our world changers!

Village Green’s 4th-grade scientists were investigating the cause of day and night in Ms. Cole’s class this week.  As they experimented with miniature globes and light, they discovered that the rotation of earth creates day and night. They also used their miniature moons to investigate why the appearance of the moon goes through phases in a pattern every 28 days.

VGESS Faculty and Staff are thrilled to kick off another amazing year! Village Green’s incredible World Changers strutted down the green carpet, greeted by the cheerful cheers of teachers and staff celebrating their return! We are ready to make this year unforgettable, packed with learning, fun, and adventure. Here’s to new beginnings and a fantastic journey ahead!

Village Green’s wonderful Music Teacher, Dr. Reynolds, and our fabulous third graders put on a special Veterans Day Concert last week. Students sang and performed for their friends and families a number of patriotic songs. A huge thank you goes to the Port St. Lucie High School Color Guard, a group of JROTC cadets who perform at ceremonies and competitions, for opening the night for us! Job well done, Dr. Reynolds, VGESS third graders, and PSL HS Color Guard!    

Village Green’s 1st and 5th-grade students showcased their science and social studies projects at the St. Lucie Public Schools Elementary Science Showcase that was held on Saturday, April 12, 2025. This educational opportunity allowed students to show off their hard work- scientific investigations, social studies projects, science displays- demonstrating their dedication to learning by engaging in efficient and effective learning experiences. VGE presenters, including first graders – Tristan Jackson, Te’Asia Aaron, Emery Leger- and 5th grader- Maxwell Cameron, were able to share information about their projects with the attendees. Students, parents, and other attendees were also able to get insight … Read More

Happy Assistant Principal Week, Mrs. Drost! This week was a special time to appreciate and celebrate Village Green Environmental Studies School’s amazing Mrs. Drost. We celebrated her hard work and dedication. She is instrumental in providing support to our students, teachers, and parents, ensuring a positive and safe learning environment. Thank you for all you do! You are a World Changer!

Literacy Night for Village Green Elementary, hosted at the Morningside Branch Public Library, emerged as a remarkable event that fostered significant community partnerships. This initiative provided an excellent opportunity for parents and students to engage with the library’s offerings, including the process of signing up for library cards and discovering the plethora of free resources available for children. The evening commenced with students creating personalized bookmarks while their parents were introduced to an array of resources, such as ebooks and audiobooks accessible through platforms like Tumblebooks, Libby, Cloudlibrary, and Hoopla. Following the bookmark-making activity, students were captivated by a story … Read More

Faculty and staff at Village Green Environmental Studies School were encouraged to “Light It Up Blue for Autism” on Friday, April 19th. VGESS is helping to spread kindness and increase autism awareness during the month of April.

Congratulations to Village Green’s Martin Luther King Jr. Parade Committee, led by ESE specialist, Mrs. Sykes, who took first place in this year’s parade celebration! Village Green’s float theme was “The Change Begins With Me.” Village Green’s strong teamwork was on full display as we came together to deliver a truly spectacular performance. Students performed a song and dance to the famous Michael Jackson song “Man in the Mirror.” The float has a beautiful garden to represent Village Green and in between two of the trees was a mirror where two students stood. The back of the float read “The … Read More

  Village Green Environmental Studies School administration was honored to attend a banquet celebrating the dedication, hard-work, and care the foster grandparents provide each day to students in St. Lucie County.  We love our grandparents!  

VGESS Green Out School Spirit Night with the St. Lucie Mets was a huge success! Thank you to Clover Park and the St. Lucie Mets for hosting our fundraiser. Students came out in their shades of green to enjoy the game and were able to run the bases afterwards. Dean Christopher did a fantastic job throwing out the first pitch of the evening! Thank you to everyone who came out to support VGESS, we appreciate the support!

Village Green Environmental Studies School hosted a Fall into Success: Title 1 and Curriculum Night. This wonderful event provided families with helpful information and resources to ensure their children’s success. A huge thank you goes to VGESS Faculty and Staff, parents, students, and community partners for joining us for Success Night. Your participation and enthusiasm truly made this event special and meaningful!  

Village Green Environmental Studies School celebrated Read Across America Day on Monday, March 3rd. Read Across America Day is celebrated to encourage the love of reading and to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Seuss.  Students and staff at Village Green celebrated the Fox in Socks reading day by wearing their craziest socks to school. Students brought their favorite books to read on this special day and colored Dr. Seuss bookmarks. Our wonderful cafeteria staff even served green eggs and ham for breakfast, it was a huge hit! Village Green is working hard to inspire avid reading among our students by … Read More