Criminal Justice Student Interns with the City of Fort Pierce

St. Lucie West Centennial High’s Criminal Justice student, Taylor Cuevas, is an Intern with the City of Fort Pierce- Code Enforcement Unit.  This internship allows her to learn and apply her training as an Accredited Legal Professional.  She states that she is gaining new knowledge and appreciates the opportunity.  Taylor plans to attend the University of Central Florida to pursue Criminal Law after high school.  Thank you to Mr. James “Jim” Nichols for offering this opportunity to his students through the Criminal Justice 4 course.

Criminal Justice Collaboration with Clerk of the Circuit Courts & Comptroller, Michelle R. Miller

Students from the Criminal Justice programs (Career & Technical Education) participated in a special session hosted by St. Lucie County’s Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller, Michelle R. Miller.  This session included multiple presentations from the St. Lucie Sheriff’s Office, IT department, Detention staff, Probation & Parole officers, court staff, and more!  Students were then provided an opportunity to tour the Courthouse and sit in on a live trial. Thank you to Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller Michelle R. Miller and her team.  Together, they put a meaningful presentation and provided career exploration opportunities for St. Lucie … Read More

Criminal Justice at SLW Centennial Connects with St. Lucie County Sheriff Office

St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office Drone Team presented to criminal justice students at St. Lucie West Centennial High School. Students also learned about the law enforcement vehicle and law enforcement related procedures. #CTEMonth, #CareerSourceResearchCoast, #EDC – Economic Development Council of St. Lucie County, #SLCSO CTE Month Sponsors: James Brann-Porch Factory, Sharita Walker-MidFlorida Credit Union, Certiport, Texas Roadhouse, Maddie Williams (Treasure Coast Builders Association), Howling Rooster, Carpets Etc., and NuSkin.    

Criminal Justice Advisory Board Meets

Criminal Justice teachers in St Lucie Public Schools have so much to be proud of!  Students earn 911 Operator and Accredited Legal Professional Industry Certifications; participate in the St Lucie County Emergency Operations Center activities; attend a Teen Discourse session with the U.S. Federal Courthouse and Judges; and partner with Indian River State College Public Safety Programs, Keiser University Criminal Justice Programs, and the Public Defender’s Office of the 19th Judicial Circuit Court. In late March, Lei’Nitia Robinson, Program Specialist for Career and Tech Ed (CTE), organized a Criminal Justice Advisory Board meeting with St Lucie Public Schools Criminal Justice … Read More

Criminal Justice

Law enforcement and criminal justice encompass many professions including police officers, sheriff’s deputies, detectives and state troopers, border patrol agents, Central Intelligence (CIA), crime scene investigation (CSI), corrections officers, criminologists, federal officers, game wardens, paralegals, and private investigators.   This program prepares students to continue their education in Criminal Justice careers. (Fort Pierce Central High School, Fort Pierce Westwood High School, St. Lucie West Centennial High School, Treasure Coast High School)

Crime Stoppers – See Something Say Something

As part of our continued partnership with Treasure Coast Crime Stoppers on crime prevention/crime detection, St. Lucie Public Schools, Crime Stoppers, and St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office have partnered to heighten awareness among students and staff about the Crime Stoppers program as yet another way of supporting safe campuses and responsible citizenship.  In keeping with the mantra of See Something, Say Something, all high school principals were presented with two Crime Stopper banners that will hang prominently on their campuses. Chief Brian Reuther, a 40-year decorated law enforcement veteran leading the St. Lucie Public Schools security division said, “We want … Read More

Crime Prevention Expo

Fort Pierce Central High School’s Criminal Justice Academy hosted its annual Crime Prevention Day on Friday, October 30, 2015 from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. This expo-style event provided opportunities for students to learn about numerous programs, discuss the mission of each, and explore career opportunities with representatives from agencies including: Ft. Pierce Police Department, St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Department, Children’s Home Society, Data, Safe Space, Project Rock, Martha’s House, Healthy Start, St. Lucie County Health Department, Teen Time, Boys and Girls Club, Hospice, United Way, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. About the Criminal Justice Academy Law enforcement and criminal … Read More

CREATIVITY AWARDED IN HIGH SCHOOL WRITING CONTEST

Numerous public and private high school students in the four-county area of Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee counties participated in the Indian River State College Creative Writing Contest. The event is hosted annually by the English/Communications/Modern Languages Department. Contestants entered original short stories, one-act plays and poems for a chance to win scholarships and other awards. In the Senior Awards category, Ramei Boothe of Somerset College Preparatory Academy (SCPA) received first place and won an IRSC scholarship for a series of poems portraying the struggles and emotions of a teenager in a minority community. Zahir Karim also of … Read More

Creativity at its BEST! LPA Media Center Movie Poster Contest was a HIT!

Congratulations to all our winners and participants of the LPA Media Center Movie Poster Contest. The talent exuded by our students was out of this world! Congratulations to our Middle School winners: 1st Place: Autumn Avilla, 2nd Place: Mariana Tisnes, and a 3rd Place tie: Dakota Young & Eliana Bohorquez. Our high school students also did a wonderful job! A round of applause to our High School winners: 1st Place: Megan Brookes, 2nd Place, Janessa Diaz, and 3rd Place: Rae Alvey.  So very proud of their hard work!       to all our winners and participants of the LPA Media Center Movie … Read More

Creativity and Innovation Attract Students

While attending the #IAMPSL Citizen Summit, Jane Whitaker, Magnet School Coordinator for St. Lucie Public Schools, and Korissa Diaz, Outreach and Recruitment Specialist, shared some exciting news coming soon to St. Lucie County.  Two new magnet schools are opening in August 2018.  The Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie (CAST) is a K-8 creative arts school for students interested in developing their skills and talents as artists and performers.  Samuel S. Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies is a K-8 STEM Magnet School looking for innovative Kindergarten and 6th Grade students interested in coding, gaming, virtual and augmented reality, robotics and … Read More

Creative in Psychology at Westwood

Students in Mrs. Watson’s psychology class were asked to research and make a visual summery poster of one of six psychological approaches and career paths. Students collaborated as they got creative with their research!

Creative Expression at Morningside Elementary!

Morningside elementary continues to allow creative expression in the classroom! Students in Mrs. Moore’s third grade class are reading the book “Out of my Mind” where the main character Melody sees color when she hears music. After the Reading FSA, students were allowed to spread out on the floor and colored to the sound of fast and slow music by classical composers. Then the students explored the way different materials resists the crayon. They spoke about how they felt about the activity and how art sometimes helps get our feelings out especially when we feel stressed. Then students cut their … Read More

Creative Arts Academy Recruitment Night Wednesday, November 29th

Do have a student who wants to become a singer, dancer, musician, or artist? Then Creative Arts Academy is for you! As the only K-8 Fine Arts Magnet School in St. Lucie County, we hope you can join us on November 29th at 6:00 p.m. in our historic auditorium (1100 Delaware Avenue, Fort Pierce) for our Fine Arts Recruitment Night. Students and families will have an opportunity to hear from instructors and visit fine arts classrooms as well. Magnet School applications are now open for the 2024-25 school year. We hope to see you there!

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie Students Win the Lion’s Club Art Contest

CAST students won the Lions Club International Peace Poster Art contest. In partnership with the Fort Pierce Lions Club, CAST students composed their artistic interpretations of this year’s International Peace Poster theme: “Together As One.” CAST middle school Visual Arts students were recognized for their participation by our local Fort Pierce Lions Club chapter, which sponsored the event. Special recognition to Mosheya Hilaire’s artwork for not only placing First Place locally but also advancing and placing Third Overall in their district level, which spans from Sebastian to Key West and the surrounding Caribbean islands. Special thanks to our community sponsors, … Read More

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie Hosts Vero Beach Film Festival Founder

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie (CAST) students learned the history of the Vero Beach Film Festival (VBFF) as well as how they may be the next scholarship prize winner. Earlier this month, CAST members were delighted to meet and experience Jerusha Stewart, Founder and Executive Director of the acclaimed VBFF. Ms. Stewart shared with the middle school filmmaking students how they could submit their films to be considered for the VBFF 2019 Festival coming up on June 6 – 9 and urged them to submit early and correctly for their chance to win an all-expense paid trip to shadow … Read More

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie Debuts Arts Week

Creative Arts Academy of St. Lucie proudly showcased their talented students during the debut of Arts Week. Fine arts teachers collaborated to create and put on nightly performances. “Scenes and Sounds,” was the premiere of this year’s inaugural annual student film festival presented by The Media Arts Department which included transcendent music from The CAST Band. The Dance Department dazzled the stage with a showcase of various dance styles and techniques. The Elementary Music & Drama Department presented a lyrical and theatrical evening filled with tales from the animal kingdom and Florida history. The CAST Vocal Arts Department showcased their … Read More

Creating Galactic Gliders at Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies

The students in the STEAM Design Challenges classes at Samuel Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies (SGAET) just completed their first Design Challenge: Galactic Gliders. Students worked in teams to design a unique hoop glider that would satisfy their client, Mrs. Ima Sorin’s, needs. Students had the chance to design, build, test, redesign and retest prototypes of gliders and then create and present different marketing projects in order to promote their product. The students recorded their data and knowledge learned in their Interactive STEM Notebooks and in their online Canvas course.  

Crafts and a Movie With the Bayshore Elementary Counselors

We had an amazing time hosting our Crafts with Counselors event after school! Fifty students joined us for a fun-filled evening of creativity and holiday cheer. Students rotated through craft centers, making Christmas trees out of cones and icing, designing ornaments, and coloring festive pages. They also enjoyed taking pictures in front of a beautiful Christmas backdrop! After the crafts, everyone gathered to watch A Charlie Brown Christmas while enjoying pizza, chips, and drinks. Each student left with a plane craft and a resiliency handout to take home. A big thank you to our parent and teacher volunteers who helped … Read More

CPR Training for FPWA JROTC Cadets

At various points during the school year, Cadets from the JROTC Program have trained on how to administer treatment for various types of situations that require First Aid. This past week, they focused on CPR for both adults and small children. Students received classroom instruction for two days before moving into practical and scenario-based exercises, that served to build their confidence and proficiency in performing the potentially life-saving skill. Students will be adding a “How to Perform CPR” section to their First Aid Quick Reference Guide, which is an end-of-the-quarter project that they can keep (and possibly use), if should … Read More

CPR at Southport Middle School

PE teachers at Southport Middle School taught their students how to do hands-on CPR and what to do in case of a medical emergency. The students also learned how the AED works and where they are located on our campus.  The students worked in teams of 3-4 to practice performing CPR and using the AED. Thank you to the American Heart Association for donating the dummies and the practice AEDs.

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