August is Kids Eat Right Month!

August 10, 2018 By JENNIFER MUZZIN, RD

Kids Eat Right Month focuses on the importance of healthy and active lifestyles for children and families. As the new school year starts, Child Nutrition Services wants to help families by providing balanced breakfast and lunch options for the students of St. Lucie Public Schools. The best way to start the day is with breakfast. Studies have shown students who eat a balanced breakfast tend to be more focused and learn better than students who skip breakfast. Child Nutrition Services offers breakfast with items that include whole grains, lean proteins, whole fruit, and low-fat milk options. Child Nutrition Services understands … Read More

Aug. 4 Celebration

July 18, 2017 By Lydia Martin

FREE Admission for St. Lucie Public Schools Employees and Students Don’t Miss the Back-to-School Celebration and Pep Rally August 4th St. Lucie Mets First Data Field, Port St. Lucie 4:00 – Gates Open for Employees (Bring Employee ID) and Students 5:00 to 5:30 – Appreciation Ceremony/Pep Rally 6:30 – Game Starts Community-wide celebration for St. Lucie Public Schools Port St. Lucie/July 18, 2017 — State Representative Larry Lee Jr. (D-Fort Pierce) and local business and community leaders are throwing a party to celebrate the significant accomplishments made by the St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS).  The efforts of the school district’s … Read More

Attention: Incoming 9th Graders Interested in High School Band!

May 24, 2021 By Lydia Martin

Attention: Incoming 9th Graders Interested in High School Band! Please click on this link https://www.smore.com/ptcyw to learn all about the High School Band Programs. This newsletter is meant to provide incoming freshmen and anyone interested in being a Band Member with information about the various Band programs in Saint Lucie Public Schools. Everything you need to know about Band at your school in the upcoming year is at your fingertips. You can take a peek at what is going on at the other high schools in the county too. We look forward to having you as a part of our … Read More

Attendance Matters – September Is Attendance Awareness Month

September 8, 2016 By Lydia Martin

ST. LUCIE COUNTY – September is Attendance Awareness Month – an opportunity to bring attention to and support building a habit of good attendance. St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) Superintendent E. Wayne Gent emphasized the importance for all students to attend school regularly.  “Regular attendance is vital for our students’ success. Chronic absenteeism negatively impacts student achievement and graduation rates. Our goal is to give every student the best opportunity for success in life, so let’s help create habits of positive attendance early in their academic careers.” Showing up for school has a huge impact on a student’s academic success … Read More

Attendance Awareness Month

September 8, 2016 By Lydia Martin

September is Attendance Awareness Month – an opportunity to bring attention to and support building a habit of good attendance. St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) Superintendent E. Wayne Gent emphasized the importance for all students to attend school regularly.  “Regular attendance is vital for our students’ success. Chronic absenteeism negatively impacts student achievement and graduation rates. Our goal is to give every student the best opportunity for success in life, so let’s help create habits of positive attendance early in their academic careers.” Showing up for school has a huge impact on a student’s academic success starting in kindergarten and … Read More

Attendance Matters at Lawnwood Elementary School

April 1, 2024 By Felicia Nixon

Attendance Matters at Lawnwood Elementary School.  K-5 students who met the Jan/Feb Attendance Goal of 92% were eligible to attend a MAGIC SHOW!  The magician was amazing, and it was another GREAT day at Lawnwood. Students are strongly encouraged and rewarded for coming to school, arriving on time, and remaining in school for the entire school day.  GO LEOPARDS!

Attendance Matters

September 2, 2016 By Lydia Martin

  September is Attendance Awareness Month. Improving attendance and reducing chronic absence is not rocket science, but it does take commitment, collaboration and tailored approaches to the particular strengths and challenges of each school or community. Across the nation, schools, communities and advocates have successfully taken steps to ensure children are attending school more regularly. Help to ensure our children are in school each day.    

Attendance and Single School Culture – A Perfect Recipe for Success!

October 8, 2018 By LYNNE Gruszka

Northport second grade (and a few first graders) celebrated perfect attendance for the month of September. ❤ ? At Northport, one of our main objectives is to make sure that children and families know how important school attendance is to achieving our educational goals. Attendance and a positive single school culture offer our students, teachers and support staff an optimal environment for excellence in education.

St. Lucie School Board adopts texting while driving proclamation

September 29, 2013 By Samantha Davis

Communications giant AT&T and over 200 other companies are urging drivers to pledge not to text while driving. September 19, 2013 was designated as a national “Drive 4 Pledges Day”. Drivers across the country were asked to sign pledges to refrain from texting while driving. The St. Lucie County School Board adopted the “Drive 4 Pledges Day” proclamation at its September 10, 2013 meeting. Pictured, from left, are Assistant Superintendent Dr. Mark Rendell, School Board Chair Debbie Hawley, Deputy Sheriff Shirley Lindstadt, AT&T Regional Director Cathy McKenzie, AT&T Strategic Account Manager Nancy Vinez. Standing behind the group is Superintendent Genelle … Read More

ATT recognized for anti-texting while driving campaign

November 15, 2012 By

ATT was recognized at the November 13, 2012, St. Lucie County School Board meeting for its “It Can Wait” project, an awareness campaign to educate and inform teenagers about the dangers of texting while driving. The national campaign made a stop at Treasure Coast High School (TCHS) recently, with a simulated experience for young drivers what can happen in the split second of texting on a cell phone while operating a vehicle. Pictured, from left, are Assistant Superintendent Dr. Mark Rendell, who shephered the project in the district, Catherine McKenzie of ATT, School Board chairman Carol Hilson, TCHS principal Densire … Read More

AT&T Donates $2,000

February 27, 2017 By Lydia Martin

Mr. Ian Cotner, Regional Director for AT&T, presented a $2,000 check to the Education Foundation as part of the corporation’s effort to support STEM education and provide experimental learning opportunities for students. The funds will be used to support Career and Technical Education and middle school drone programs.  

Atlantic High School Raider Meet

October 4, 2018 By ALBERTO NEVAREZ

On Saturday September 29, 2018, Port St. Lucie High School Jaguar Battalion’s Raider Team attended their first Raider Meet of the season at Atlantic Coast High School. Our mixed team of six males and four females came in second place under the host school Atlantic Community High School. The Raider Event consisted of: a rope bridge construction, 500 push-ups, 500 sit-ups, 100 pull-ups, a mile run while carrying a stretcher with a stimulated patient, a half mile kettlebell carry, and a tractor trailer tire flip weighing in at over 400 lbs. The team finished off the event with multiple obstacles … Read More

Atlantic Coast High School Rifle Meet

December 18, 2018 By ALBERTO NEVAREZ

On Saturday December 15, 2018, Port St. Lucie High School’s Army JROTC Jaguar Battalion Marksmanship Team attended their first rifle competition of the season at Atlantic Community High School. We competed against eight other schools with 63 total participants. Cadets who competed were Cadet Private Emma Lewiston who ranked 24th, Cadet Private Riley Riaccard who ranked 27th, Cadet Major Joleen Kalinowski who ranked 20th, Cadet Corporal Mackenzie Moad who ranked 39th, Cadet Captain Mathew Simmons who ranked 22nd, Cadet Sergeant First Class Edward Cook who ranked 17th, Cadet Private Austin Griffin who ranked 34th, Cadet Master Sergeant Max Marrero who … Read More

At Forest Grove Middle School, Ms. Vasquez’s Students Deepen Civics Understanding

March 30, 2026 By SUMMER NICHOLS

At Forest Grove Middle School, students in Ms. Vasquez’s class recently participated in an engaging lesson focused on analyzing key elements of historical texts, with special attention given to landmark Supreme Court rulings such as Marbury v. Madison. Through this exploration, students were introduced to essential legal concepts that helped them understand how judicial decisions influence the interpretation and evolution of the U.S. Constitution. The lesson incorporated accountable discussions, active participation, and structured opportunities for students to clearly express their ideas. These strategies enriched the learning experience and supported students’ academic growth by strengthening their analytical and communication skills. Additionally, … Read More

At Forest Grove Middle School, Mr. Parkinson Creates Hands-On Learning Experiences

March 30, 2026 By SUMMER NICHOLS

In Mr. Parkinson’s Geometry class, students recently participated in a dynamic trigonometry review that brought mathematical concepts to life through hands‑on exploration. To strengthen their understanding of trigonometric ratios, students began by drawing triangles on paper, measuring two sides, and calculating the angle at the triangle’s base. This activity allowed them to apply sine, cosine, and tangent relationships in a meaningful way. Students then extended their learning by using string to construct physical triangles, which they used to calculate unknown heights—an engaging method for connecting classroom learning to real‑world problem‑solving. Another interactive task involved shining a flashlight on an object … Read More

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