Congratulations to the SLPS Teacher of the Year Finalists!

Superintendent E. Wayne Gent, accompanied by School Board Chairman Dr. Donna Mills, School Board Vice Chairman Troy Ingersoll, Board Member Debbie Hawley, Assistant to the Superintendent Dr. Kevin Perry, and Education Foundation Chair Thom Jones paid surprise visits to this year’s finalists for Teacher of the Year. Heydeys Sanchez, a 3rd-grade teacher at Mariposa Elementary, Tucker Young, a civics teacher at Manatee Academy K8; and John Renschler, a first-grade teacher at Samuel S. Gaines Academy are the finalists who have the distinction of representing the School District at this year’s Night of the Stars event. St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) … Read More

Congratulations to the Class of 2020

This past week, Superintendent E. Wayne Gent, kept his promise by celebrating the Class of 2020 with live in-person graduations at Lawnwood Stadium. The Class of 2020 will go down in history by being the first graduating class to have not one but two graduations.  The first was a virtual graduation in May followed by the graduations held last week. These successful and well-attended graduations would not have been possible without support from district staff and school personnel.  SLPS would like to say a special thank you to Dr. Kevin Perry, Assistant to the Superintendent, who took the lead on … Read More

Congratulations to the CAST ART Bus Winners!

St. Lucie County’s public transportation system – Area Regional Transit (ART) – recently announced a countywide Call to Artists. In partnership with the St. Lucie Cultural Alliance, Area Regional Transit invited local artists to submit images of their artwork for display on the exterior of the county buses. The opportunity was designed with a youth preference, and CAST is proud to announce that Daniella SanJuan (7th grade) and Rayley Sheltra (8th grade), students in Mrs. Grasso’s middle school Graphic Arts class, were 2 of 6 student artists chosen to have their work displayed on a St. Lucie County ART bus! These talented ladies … Read More

Congratulations to St. Lucie West Centennial High School’s Young Floridian Candidates

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding students selected as the 2026 SLW Centennial High School Young Floridian Candidates! These remarkable seniors represent excellence across a wide range of disciplines, including Art & Music, Academic Achievement, Drama, Journalism & Communication, Science & Engineering, Human Services, Certifications, History & Social Studies, Mathematics & Technology, and Athletics. Each candidate has demonstrated dedication, leadership, and a commitment to making a positive impact within our school and community. Their hard work and achievements embody the spirit of Centennial and inspire Eagles everywhere. Congratulations to all of our Young Floridian honorees—your future is bright, and … Read More

Congratulations to St. Lucie Public School Administrators

Congratulations to St. Lucie Public School administrators Brad Lehman, Principal at Treasure Coast High School, Heather Bolitho, Director of Elementary Curriculum, and Louisa Saget, Assistant Principal at Samuel S. Gaines Academy of Emerging Technologies, for completing the FLDOE 2024-25 Chancellor’s Leadership Academy.  This year-long leadership institute focused on fostering a sustainable statewide community of leaders with a shared vision of high-quality instructional leadership.  Our administrators participated in professional learning sessions and learning walks to deepen their knowledge of high-quality teaching and learning and on Florida’s state academic standards to support student achievement.  We are proud of our administrators and their … Read More

Congratulations to School Related Employee of the Year Finalists

A day of celebration and joyful cheers has occurred in SLPS as the three finalists were announced for School Related Employee of the Year. Congratulations to Delores “Annie” Jones (Lakewood Park Elementary), Emily Siangco (Student Services Department), and Charles Pilson (Manatee Academy)!

Congratulations to Project Citizen Teams!

St. Lucie Public Schools congratulates teams from Lincoln Park Academy, Manatee Academy, and West Gate K8.  Each school’s Project Citizen entry advanced to the state primary competition, and teams were invited to participate in the state finals of Project Citizen. Through the use of technology, students were able to virtually present to the judges in north Miami. The following projects competed: Lincoln Park Academy – Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Fresh Food The students want to bring attention to the lack of fresh food stores in the Lincoln Park area of Fort Pierce and proposed ways to incentivize stores or food … Read More

Congratulations to Our Young Floridians

Young Floridian Scholarship Program The 2016 Young Floridian Scholarship Awards Program is a joint commitment between the educational and business communities of SLC in recognition of outstanding high school seniors and their volunteer efforts. Academic Excellence: Natalia Cordeiro (LPA) Art: Rachael Howard (LPA) Athletics: Jeffrey Gerlica (LPA) Career and Technology: Anson Rivera (PSLHS) Computer Sci/Engineering and Architecture: Joshua Hulka (TCHS) Drama: Claudia Reyes (LPA) Foreign Language: Esther Artica (TCHS) Human Services: Bianca Espineira (TCHS) Journalism/Communication: Jaycie Wegner (PSLHS) Language Arts: Kendell Spurr (PSLHS) Mathematics: Valania Torres (FPCHS) Music: Deoctavius Evans (TCHS) Science: Koushal Rao (LPA) Social Studies: Alexandra Artiles (TCHS)

Congratulations to Our STARS!

SLPS honors its staff members for outstanding customer service. Congratulations to this month’s recipients of the STAR Award: Heidi Pinder, Rick Isenhour, Craig Pierce, Charles Brate, Belkis Madera, Lynn Louderback, Donella Crenshaw, Valentina Whyte, Jessica McLaughlin, and Cheryl Petrino

Congratulations to Our Shining Stars!

John Davino (SGA) – Teacher of the Year Dawn Parker (DMMS) – School Related Employee of the Year Zakiyyah Owens (CAM) – Distinguished Minority Educator of the Year Bridgette Marie Hyde (REE) – Outstanding First Year Teacher of the Year It was a night to be remembered as recognition and respect was bestowed upon individuals from all walks of education during the annual Night of the Stars gala on Saturday, February 18, 2017.  In a live broadcast from Lincoln Park Academy, St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) and the Education Foundation of St. Lucie County announced this year’s line-up of educational … Read More

Congratulations to Our 2017 Graduates!

Acceleration Academy 8:30 am on May 31, 2017 at Lincoln Park Academy Auditorium Performance Based Preparatory Academy 11:00 am on May 31, 2017 at Lincoln Park Academy Auditorium Mosaic Digital Academy 2:00 pm on May 31, 2017 at Lincoln Park Academy Auditorium SLPS will continue to live stream graduations this week.  Congratulations to all of our 2017 graduates!  

Congratulations to Mr. Rahming and the Lincoln Park Academy Choral Department

It is with great pleasure that we announce the outstanding accomplishments of Lincoln Park Academy’s choruses at the Florida Vocal Association State Choral Music Performance Assessments. The choruses, Premiere and Belle Voix, both achieved Superior ratings, demonstrating their exceptional talent and dedication. We are particularly proud to highlight that Belle Voix received a Superior rating with distinction, an honor that underscores the remarkable quality of their performance. Esteemed Choral Director, Mr. George Rahming, Jr., is immensely proud of his students for their hard work and dedication.  It is often said that some people dream of meeting their favorite musicians; however, Mr. … Read More

Congratulations to LPA’s Senior Athletes

On November 9th, there was a celebration for three Lincoln Park Academy seniors.  Each of them have committed to the college or university of their choice to further their education and athletic excellence. Caleb Pottorff – Cross Country to Florida State University Joseph Stubbs – Baseball to Indian River State College Madison Walsh – Softball to Lander University in South Carolina

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