Dan McCarty Eagles Shine at Track and Field Competition

The Dan McCarty Eagles proved to have an abundance of talent on the track & field.  At this year’s annual St. Lucie County Schools Track & Field competition, the Eagles proudly brought home several metals. Girls 1st Place – Shot PA 2nd Place – 4×100 m Relay 3rd Place – Mile Medley   4th Place – 100 m & 800 m Boys 1st Place – Shot PA 1st Place –  200 m 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place – 100 m   3rd Place – 4×100 m Relay 3rd Place – 4×400 m Relay 3rd Place – Mile Medley Relay Congratulations … Read More

SLWCHS HOSA News

On April 3 – 6, 2014 Saint Lucie West Centennial HOSA traveled to their State Leadership Conference at Coronado Springs Resort in Walt Disney World. Over the course of the four days, two students qualified to attend HOSA’s National Leadership Conference. Alexia Stewart placed in the recognition event for Outstanding HOSA Chapter competing against twelve other regions with hundreds of other HOSA chapters. In addition, we also had another student qualify; Michael Riley who was elected as a State Officer from over 40 other candidates. He was elected as State Parliamentarian and will be serving over 13,000 HOSA members in … Read More

SLC Law Day Poster Contest Winners

The Law Day Art & Poster Contest was a great opportunity for students to show off their art skills and take home some cash. This year’s theme was “The Right to Vote.” Lincoln Park Academy art students took top prizes again with winners in 1st place: HS Abbey Bilici; 2nd place HS Breyale Jenkins; 3rd place HS YingYing Zhang and from middle school, 1st place winner, Ferlie Fabre. 1st HS A. Bilicic 2nd HS B. Jenkins 3rd HS Y. Zhang 1st MS F. Fabre

Northport Fifth Graders Host Holocaust Survivor

Northport K-8 fifth graders in Judy Fowler, Tracey Healy, Melanie Polascak, Carla Caldwell and Lisa Wiedrick’s classes hosted Mrs. Olga Drucker, a Holocaust survivor recently. Mrs. Drucker spoke to the students in the media center about her experiences living in Nazi Germany as a child and her experiences as part of a special group of children who were transported out of Germany into other countries called “Kindertransport!” Mrs. Drucker spoke to the children with a quivering voice of experience about real life history. Northport K-8 School was able to secure Mrs. Drucker as a speaker through a partnership with the … Read More

Robert Bacchus Jr. Named Gates Millennium Scholar

Robert was recently named a 2014 Gates Millennium Scholar, a highly prestigious scholarship award funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates foundation that covers Robert’s expenses for his undergraduate, master’s and graduate studies. Robert was among 1,000 students chosen from a pool of 52,000, making this years decision one of the most competitive in the programs history. Robert is Valedictorian of his high school class, and expects to graduate with both his AA degree from Indian River State College and IB Diploma from Lincoln Park. He is a multidimensional student with interests in music, service, and science.

Local Author Presents His Story to SLWCHS

Students at Centennial High School had the unique opportunity to hear about the  Holocaust from an unusual perspective as local author Peter Haase spoke on Friday, May 5. 10th, 11th, and 12th grade English students were privileged to attend a presentation by Mr. Haase, President of the Treasure Coast Writers’ Guild, who spoke  about growing up under the Nazi regime, being forced to join the Hitler Youth, and the devastation to Germany caused by Hitler’s years in power.

Administrators for the Day at Palm Pointe

Students from Palm Pointe Educational Research School @ Tradition recently participated in Administrator for the Day.  These students saved up their rocket fuel to be able to spend the day with the principal which they receive from the staff for their positive behavior and part of the PBS program.  Each student turned in 300 rocket fuel to be able to enjoy the day with the administrator.  They shadowed the principal all day and helped with the Honor Roll assemblies, lunch duty, work in the principal’s office and many other jobs throughout the day.  Pictured from left is; Laney Keys, Jayden … Read More

LPA Scores a Three-Peat!

It’s a Three-Peat! Lincoln Park Academy is sending an Odyssey of the Mind Team to World Finals for the third year in a row! Odyssey of the Mind is a creative problem solving competition that includes learning communities from all over the world. The abilities to cooperate, communicate and share talents acquired while on an Odyssey Team are just what the next generation needs to meet the challenges of our future. The Lincoln Park Academy Odyssey of the Mind Team’s excellent performance at the State Competition has earned them the honor of representing the state of Florida at the World … Read More

Northport BBBS Mentor Receives Childrens Services Scholarship

Northport K-8 School Big Brother, Big Sister Mentor Merisa Moroz has won a $1000 Scholarship for the University of North Florida from the Children’s Services Council. Merisa attends Mosaic Digital Academy and has served as a mentor this school year. Northport is thrilled to have a strong partnership with Big Brothers, Big Sisters and the AmeriCorps tutoring branch of the organization as well as the many programs offered by the Children’s Services Council. Merisa tutors and mentors two kindergarten children from Tiffany Tredor’s class at Northport and says that she “loves to meet with the kids and be a positive … Read More

Five F.K. Sweet Students Win the Law Poster Contest

Congratulations to Shamir Sterlin, Dayden Holtman, Lana Lovanh, Brian Wu, and Skylar Monroe who won this year’s Law Poster Contest! The theme this year (for Elementary grades) was “Voting at the Polls”.   Mrs. Cary Schott was so proud of her art students. Each student worked hard to create a winning illustration. For grades 3-5, Brian Wu took 1st place and received $150.00. Dayden Holtman took 2nd place and received $100.00. Lana Lovanh took third place and received $75.00. For grades K – 2, Skylar Monroe took 1st place and received $100.00 and Shamir Sterlin won 2nd place and received $75.00. … Read More

Believe in Yourself Day

Jacqueline, a 5th grader at Fort Pierce Magnet School of the Arts, designed  the first annual “Believe in Yourself” day. Students celebrated the positive qualities within themselves and others to motivate one another to be their best every day.

Imagine Schools Nau Campus National Junior Honor Society

35 students from Imagine Schools Nau Campus are new members of the National Junior Honor Society. Members were selected by the chapter’s faculty council (Mr. James Hanna, Dr. Elizabeth Scarborough, Ms. Athena Sengos, Ms. Deborah Bemis, & Mrs. Lynn Kilgore) for meeting high standards of scholarship, service, leadership, citizenship, and character. These students are: Officers Members Mario Pierre Jr (President) Andrenna  Aarons Sunja Jean Baptiste Stephanie Cuello-Martinez ( Vice President) Bradley Aguilar Kaylah Key Darrion Henry (Secretary) Ricky Almada Kaden Lane Alexia Pinder (Treasurer) Kevin Better Calida Markland Warren Jackson (Parliamentarian) Chanae Chance Catherine Nettleton Whitney Saint-Fleur (Historian) Sean Crowley … Read More

Cinco de Mayo at Gaines Academy

Cinco de Mayo is not going unnoticed here at Samuel Gaines Academy. Students in Mr. Plowden’s 8th grade History spent some time researching different Hispanic leaders who has made significant contributions to their culture by creating Thinking Maps, taking Cornell notes, and using technology resources.  This is a celebration of Mexican culture and heritage and is warmly embraced at Gaines Academy.

First Grade Students At Mariposa Elementary Congratulate One Another As They Meet Their Goals!

First grade students in Michelle Smith’s First Grade Class at Mariposa Elementary each have their individual goal folders. Inside their goal folders are sight words, math concepts (numbers, 3D shapes, etc.) and chunks (digraphs/blends/word families). The students pair up each week to practice their goals and congratulate one another when they reach their goals. Their teacher, Mrs. Smith, checks their goals each week and helps students create new goals for themselves as they achieve each objective. “I’m so proud of you!” Deven Harris tells classmate Abigayle Conner, as she passes her sight words page in her Goal Folder. “The students … Read More

Northport Community Unites in Writing Endeavor

Northport K-8 students, teachers and parents united recently to complete the Young Author’s program. The Author’s program is a wonderful opportunity for students to demonstrate that they have learned the writing process effectively. The entire school completes the book as a community program using common language in a commitment to engaged learning. Students learn to flesh out their characters and setting with concrete vocabulary words and phrases. Students prewrite, reflect, edit, illustrate and then revise their books for publication and presentation. Each year, the media center is transformed into a wonderland with a different theme as a backdrop to showcase … Read More

Standing Room Only for Lawnwood Talent Show

Singer, dancers, karate, gymnastics, and football moves were only a few of the dozens of talented teachers and students who took the Lawnwood Elementary stage. The annual Talent Show Night was presented to over 300 friends and parents who excitedly packed the auditorium. All performers received a goody bag and a big dose of self esteem for their hard work. pictured l to r are Keirra Holycross and Audrey Kloeckner.

F.K. Sweet Third Graders Visit the Planetarium

Third grade students from Mrs. Eleanor Baker’s, Mrs. Lisa McGuire’s and Mrs. Barbara Bennett’s classes enjoyed a field trip to IRSC’s Hallstrom Planetarium. At the planetarium students enjoyed the show narrated by Mr. Jon Bell.  The new projector is amazing and made the whole experience even more exciting!  The students have a better understanding of the phases of the moon and about why we have four seasons, the planets and the conditions on each planet, and how stars and black holes are formed. The visit proved to be an interesting experience for the students.

Cumberland Farms Partners with Forest Grove Middle

Forest Grove was on hand April 30, 2014, to assist with the ribbon cutting at the new Cumberland Farms on Midway Road and 25th Street.  Cumberland Farms has partnered with Forest Grove Middle School as a business partner.  During the month of May, Cumberland Farms will donate 10 cents for every fountain beverage or coffee purchased from that location.  Thank you Cumberland Farms for supporting education.

Mariposa Elementary’s Valued Americorps Volunteer

Mariposa Elementary has been extremely fortunate to have Ms. Marjorie Ovsiovitch as our Americorps volunteer this year. Ms. Ovsiovitch has helped numerous children close their learning gaps while enjoying time with her. She is kind, dedicated, and loyal to our Monarchs. The students’ eyes light up when it is their special time to read with Ms. O. She truly is a treasure here at our school. Pictured are first grader, Isabella Perez, and Ms. Ovsiovitch.

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