Rebecca Mendez-Solis, a dedicated and hardworking student, was honored with a full scholarship to Indian River State College (IRSC) at the prestigious Take Stock in Children Awards Ceremony on April 29. She was joined in celebration by her mentor and reading teacher, Ms. Collins, who provided invaluable guidance and support throughout her academic journey. Take Stock in Children is a transformative program designed to assist first-generation students in achieving their educational goals by providing crucial post-secondary completion and degree attainment support services. Each year, this initiative helps aspiring scholars by offering them the resources and mentorship necessary to navigate the … Read More

SLW Centennial High School recently held a special breakfast to honor the top 10 students of the year. The breakfast was served to celebrate the student’s outstanding academic achievements and dedication. This event brought together the students, their counselors, and administrators to recognize the hard work and perseverance of these exceptional individuals. The breakfast featured a delicious spread of food, including fresh fruits, pastries, and a variety of breakfast favorites. The atmosphere was filled with pride and joy as the students were acknowledged for their accomplishments. Each of the top 10 students received a certificate of achievement and a small … Read More

This has been a long and busy year for the Port Saint Lucie High School Jaguar Battalion, and for all of this hard work and dedication, our top cadet was formally recognized. On April 28th, 2025, Fort Pierce Masonic Lodge No. 87 recognized cadet Major Eathan Clayton. This demonstrates the positive impact and achievements of our cadets at the Port Saint Lucie High School Jaguar Battalion. The Masonic Lodge’s support, both through the banquet and the financial contribution, will undoubtedly be a significant help to Major Clayton as he prepares for his transition to the United States Marine Corps. The … Read More

In collaboration with drama students from Port Saint Lucie High School, 5th-grade students at Morningside Elementary experienced the performance of a lifetime. Over six weeks, high school students visited during PE and music resource classes to work with our 5th graders. Together, they learned and practiced routines to various songs, fostering teamwork and creativity. The high school students mentored the younger students, helping them build confidence and stage presence. The culmination of their efforts was a special performance held in the MSE cafeteria, where students showcased their routines to classmates, teachers, and other staff members. This engaging project not only … Read More

The 5th graders at Village Green Environmental Studies School participated in their Annual Science Bowl, which was held on Friday, May 2nd. It consisted of four homeroom teams- Team Corley, Team Ferguson, Team Thomas, and Team Venzen. This year was filled with fierce competition in which these World Changers were prepared to battle to an end. Students showcased their knowledge in science terminologies and preparedness for the End of Year science test. At the end of this Science Brawl, four awesome teams were down to one victorious winner. CONGRATULATIONS, Team Corley the competition was real, but you guys were resilient!

Fort Pierce Central High School recently celebrated academic excellence at the annual Top 10 Senior Breakfast, recognizing the outstanding achievements of the school’s highest-ranking graduates. Held in a warm and celebratory atmosphere, the event brought together honorees, their families, and faculty members to applaud their dedication and hard work. Over a delicious breakfast, the Top 10 seniors reflected on their journeys, shared future aspirations, and expressed gratitude for the support of their teachers and peers. School administrators commended their commitment to academic success, emphasizing the impact of their leadership and perseverance. The breakfast served as both a moment of recognition … Read More

Mrs. Bolton’s 5th-grade AMP classes compared theoretical and experimental probability using candy. The students first learned how to calculate the theoretical probability of an event and how it can be used to make predictions about the likelihood of the event occurring. Next, they learned how to determine the probability based on actual trials. This activity focused on the relationship between theoretical and experimental probabilities. As unpredictable as the real world is, the more repeated trials performed, the closer the experimental probability tends to get to the theoretical. Students used a random assortment of colored candy (either Skittles or SweeTarts) to … Read More

SLW Centennial High School students have been making a significant impact in their community by assembling food packs for their hungry peers through Grace Packs Inc. This initiative has seen remarkable growth over the seasons, with thousands of Grace Packs being put together for children across the district. The students’ journey began with assembling around one hundred Grace Packs on their first day in the pantry. Their efficiency and teamwork have since increased significantly, helping to serve the nine hundred fifty-five students who rely on these packs each weekend. Mrs. Hogan and Ms. Maria Barrera have facilitated the students’ involvement … Read More

Take me out to the ballgame! Palm Pointe night at the ballpark was so much fun. Thank you to the Mets organization for partnering with our school and district for this “cracker jack” event.  It was awesome to see so many Rockets and their families at the ballfield rooting on our local Mets team.  Way to go to our Vocal Vision Choir, for their beautiful rendition of the National Anthem! Our very own Mr. Apostolico, Palm Pointe’s technology Superman, threw out the first pitch, and our Rocket chorus led the crowd in Take Me Out to the Ballgame during the … Read More

Forest Grove Middle School is very grateful to our Bulldog student families and staff for coming out to support our school and students for Read to Succeed! A huge thank you to Big Apple Pizza for their continued partnership and their donation to our school for this event. It was so great to see all those familiar faces taking time out of their day to support our school. Reading is such an important skill that we try to instill in our students on a daily basis. We are already working to make next year’s event bigger and better! Readers are … Read More

Village Green Environmental Studies School hosted a super fun pep rally to encourage students to try their best during testing season! Our amazing 3rd, 4th, and 5th-grade teachers went above and beyond to celebrate our students’ hard work as we gear up for our last FAST testing of the school year. To cheer them on, we hosted a spirited Race to Success event—and let’s just say, it was full of smiles, cheers, and Manatee fun! We’re so proud of our students and all their effort, and we can’t wait to watch them ROCK the test! Go World Changers!    

SLW Centennial High School is celebrating a remarkable achievement by Mrs. McGriff-Bray’s English class. For the third time this year, the class has achieved the highest proficiency percentage on their unit assessment tests, earning them a well-deserved three-peat victory. The students’ dedication and hard work have truly paid off. Their victory and consistent performance are a testament to their perseverance to achieve academic excellence and the effective teaching methods employed by Mrs. McGriff-Bray. In a celebratory photo, the students proudly display their “championship rings” – ring pops – symbolizing their sweet success. This playful yet meaningful gesture highlights the joy … Read More

Brandon Cabrera, Tienshi Chow, Paige Hager, and Gleidi Mercedes Picado were celebrated at City Hall for their creative and impactful posters, where they displayed the importance of water conservation. These students reflect the dedication of SLW Centennial to environmental stewardship. During the meeting, the students were recognized for their achievements and received gift cards and other exciting prizes. Their artwork will be featured on the city’s social media handles and website and displayed at a city facility. Additionally, these talented students will have the opportunity to participate in the FSAWWA statewide Drop Savers poster contest, where they can earn additional … Read More

At the St. Lucie County Annex building, the Student Perks Coffee Cart is more than just a morning pick-me-up—it’s a hands-on learning experience for Fort Pierce Central High School students in the ESE program, shares Mrs. Jeannette Baechle, Varying Exceptionalities teacher at FPC. Through this program, students gain valuable employment skills, including inventory management, food safety, customer service, and money handling. Each week, they take their business beyond the school walls, selling coffee and pastries, where they have built a dedicated base of loyal customers. On May 2, Fort Pierce Central High School and Fort Pierce Westwood Academy teamed up … Read More

Palm Pointe third graders came in representing various idioms! An idiom is a phrase or expression whose meaning is not from the literal form of its words.  Students and staff were buzzing with excitement over the many creative ways they represented their idioms!  This was a part of their intentional review of the Figurative Language Skills they have learned in class.  Everyone had a blast throughout the school day figuring out what each student’s real-life representation meant as an idiom.  Our Rockets are working hard towards showing what they know and how much they have accomplished this school year.

Fifth-grade students in Mrs. Williams’ homeroom at Morningside Elementary had an exciting opportunity to learn about force and motion through a hands-on science unit. The students built and launched their very own rockets, experiencing how different forces affect movement. This engaging activity helped students understand scientific concepts in a fun and interactive way. They were able to see firsthand how thrust, gravity, and air resistance work together during the rocket launches. Special thanks to Mr. Fil for his help and support in making this incredible learning experience possible. The students had a blast (literally!) exploring science through this exciting project, … Read More

In an effort to ensure students are well-prepared for the upcoming FAST exams in Algebra and Geometry, SLW Centennial organized a math boot camp on a recent Saturday morning. The event saw an impressive turnout of students eager to enhance their mathematical skills and boost their confidence ahead of the assessments. The boot camp featured a comprehensive support team, including a district trainer, the school’s math coach, several teachers, and tutors. This diverse group of educators provided students with strategies for solving math equations. Throughout the day, students engaged in a variety of activities aimed at improving their problem-solving abilities. … Read More

The Fort Pierce Central High School Wind Ensemble recently achieved a remarkable milestone, earning a Superior rating at the 2025 State Music Performance Assessment held on Friday, May 2nd. This is the first time our school has received this honor since 2015. Under the direction of Mr. Stephen Gabin and assistant director Ms. Cory Cas, the Wind Ensemble showcased months of dedication, teamwork, and musical excellence. Their performance not only highlighted their technical skill but also reflected their passion and pride in representing Fort Pierce Central and St. Lucie County. This accomplishment was made possible through the support of our … Read More

School Bus Driver Appreciation Day is observed annually on the fourth Tuesday of April.  This year it was Tuesday, April 22nd! Southport Middle School bus drivers were welcomed with wholesome breakfast treats and a beverage when dropping the students off in the morning. Students also made handwritten cards for the bus drivers expressing their gratitude and appreciation because a little ‘thank you’ goes miles. (literally) We could not do it without you.  Thank you to all our bus drivers for keeping our students safe each and every day!  Their dedication and hard work ensure that our students arrive at school … Read More

To start off this last quarter on a positive note, we are smooth-ie sailing into the last nine weeks. We treated our faculty and staff by blending them some delicious fruit smoothies during our faculty meeting. We are so grateful for all that they accomplish each day and continue to do that supports our students in every way. We do our best to make sure they have what they need to stay fueled throughout the year. A huge thank you to Natalie’s Orchid Island Juice Company and Nelson Family Farms for the generous donation of orange juice (Natalie’s) and bananas … Read More