Manatee Academy K-8 6th grade ELA students recently took part in an exciting classroom debate, tackling the statement: “The disadvantages of technology outweigh the benefits.” Over the course of a week, students carefully prepared for this challenging debate as the culminating activity for their Unit 3 lessons. Throughout the unit, they explored various stories that examined the positive and negative impacts of technology on society. This in-depth exploration allowed students to develop well-rounded perspectives and engage in meaningful discussions about the role of technology in their lives. By the end of the week, the students successfully demonstrated their ability to … Read More

Oak Hammock celebrated Black History Month by showcasing influential people through an engaging museum. Each pod of teachers and students worked collaboratively to create a display of the person or people they selected to share with the school. Some of the displays included Garret Morgan who invented the traffic signal, Harriet Tubman who led hundreds of enslaved people to freedom through the underground railroad, as well as Katherine Johnson whose calculations were crucial to NASA’s space missions. Students and staff had the opportunity to engage in the Black History Museum to learn all about the remarkable contributions of the influential … Read More

During a recent PE class, our fifth-grade students thoroughly enjoyed this dynamic and engaging game. It was a great way to get everyone moving and having fun, and it also helped to strengthen teamwork and communication among participants. 9 Square in the Air is a fast-paced game that combines elements of volleyball and four square. The game is played with a large grid of nine squares elevated off the ground, and the objective is to keep the ball in the air while trying to eliminate other players by getting the ball to land in their square. It’s easy to learn … Read More

The Senior Barbecue at SLW Centennial was a resounding success. The barbecue brought together the graduating class of 2025 for a day of fun, food, and festivities. The event featured many exciting activities, including bounce houses, games, and other activities that brought out the inner child in every senior. Additionally, these upper classmen enjoyed great barbecued food and treats. The atmosphere was energetic. The students talked, laughed, and danced to the beats of lively music. The barbecue provided a wonderful opportunity for seniors to relax and bond with their classmates as they prepare to embark on the next chapter of … Read More

Congratulations to the Black Talon Drill Competition Team of SLW Centennial! The unit earned a spot and competed in the Lake Howell Area 11/12 NJROTC Florida State Drill competition in Winter Park, Florida.  They competed against 20 other Navy JROTC units. The cadets showcased their exceptional skills and dedication, which led them to win 5th place in the Armed Exhibition Drill and 3rd place in Team Push-Ups. Additionally, they achieved high rankings, coming in 6th place for overall Team Athletics and secured 9th place in the State. Their hard work and commitment to excellence were evident throughout the competition, and … Read More

On Wednesday, March 5, Lakewood Park Elementary School came together to celebrate Special Olympics Awareness Day. The event aimed to promote understanding, respect, and inclusion of individuals with disabilities.  In preparation for the celebration, the media center hosted a special presentation focused on teaching students and staff about disabilities, and the importance of treating everyone with respect and dignity.  To show their support, students and staff wore red, white, and blue, the signature colors of the Special Olympics. Each participant also received a Special Olympic bracelet as a symbol of unity and solidarity.  The highlight of the event was a … Read More

The St. Lucie West Centennial High School wrestling team, led by Head Coach Troy Surloff, and the girls’ wrestling team, coached by Jacob Pryor, took on tough competition at the District tournament—emerging with multiple standout performances and several athletes advancing to Regionals. Their grit, skill, and determination made the Eagles proud! At Districts, top placers included Anthony Saget, Eddie Keyes III, Julien Fernandez, Caitlin Borher, Chloe Caldwell, Natalie Reed, Brianna Calzada-Mompie, Lylianna Petron, and Alina Diaz. These athletes showcased their hard work, earning their spots in the next round of competition. The momentum continued at Regionals, where Eddie Keyes III … Read More

Seven talented 5th grade students from Morningside Elementary were proudly selected to participate in this year’s district All County Chorus event, themed “A Brighter World.” Representing the Blue Jays with pride, these young voices joined fellow choristers from across the county to create a captivating performance that inspired hope and unity. Not only did they share their talents live, but the entire production was filmed and will be broadcasted, allowing family and friends to tune in from afar. The theme reflected a commitment to spreading positivity and uplifting spirits through song. These exceptional students embodied the power of music to … Read More

Palm Pointe is Navigating the Future with space travel at the St. Lucie County Fair. Congratulations to PPE on their first-place win at the SLC Fair School Display for the judge’s choice! The display included neon colors, and backlighting to highlight the amazing art creations done by students in grades K-8.  Some of the 3-dimensional art pieces created by the students included cars and robots.  In addition to creating the artwork, students incorporated writing pieces about their designs.  Students wrote about space travel, what it would be like to be an astronaut, and what their custom robots would do.  The art … Read More

 Mrs. Longo’s HOPE classes partnered with the HOSA club in the Battle of the Belts challenge. The group surveyed student and parent drivers to see who was wearing their seatbelts. Of the 320 cars, 300 people wore their seatbelts and only 20 did not! Great job to those who participated! The HOPE classes also participated in a poster contest sponsored by the Treasure Coast Safe Kids and the Florida Department of Transportation. The winners were Natalie Barajas, Elianna Bohorquez, Michael Soto, Asyah Hamilton, Nalyce Cerda, Angelina Kissoon and Olivia Costa. Each participant won a Chik-Filet gift card. Congratulations to all!  In … Read More

Mrs. Brick’s 6th Grade class was calculating GPE in their class. This means that our 6th grade students are utilizing algebraic skills in science class. Gravitational potential energy. m x g x h= gpe m = mass in kg. g = 9.8mls2. h = height in meters SC.6.P.11.1: Explore the Law of Conservation of Energy by differentiating between potential and kinetic energy. Identify situations where kinetic energy is transformed into potential energy and vice versa. Big Idea: Energy Transfer and Transformations -A. Waves involve a transfer of energy without a transfer of matter. B. Water and sound waves transfer energy through … Read More

Congratulations to Ms. DSilva’s second grade class at Bayshore Elementary for an unforgettable day! The students were thrilled to receive a special visit from Kona Ice, making their day extra sweet with delicious, refreshing treats. But that’s not all! The excitement doubled when a friendly penguin stopped by to read to the class. The children were captivated by the penguin’s storytelling, making it a magical experience they will cherish for a long time. This delightful event was a well-deserved reward for the students’ hard work and enthusiasm. Ms. DSilva’s class has been showing great progress and dedication, and this visit … Read More

Robotics students in Mr. Fess’ Northstars STEM class created their first remote controlled robots this week. Students designed, built and coded robots to navigate an obstacle course in the robotics arena. Groups raced to navigate the course in the fastest time. These students recently took a break from robotics to complete an industry certification course in Artificial Intelligence. While they enjoyed their A.I. unit, Mr. Fess says his students are glad to be back to the hands-on projects of their robotics curriculum. Now that they’ve mastered programming with remote controls, these students will begin conquering even greater robotics challenges as … Read More

St. Lucie West K8 Shark Nation families and staff danced and dazzled as they enjoyed a magical evening. What an unforgettable night we had at our Arabian Nights Parent-Child Dance! The atmosphere was filled with magic, music, and memories that will last a lifetime. From the enchanting decorations to the dazzling outfits, every moment was a celebration of our wonderful SLWK8 Shark Nation community. Parents and children danced the night away, creating beautiful bonds and cherished memories. A big thank you to everyone who joined us for this truly special evening. This event wouldn’t have been a success without you! … Read More

On Saturday, March 1st, 2025, the Port St. Lucie High School Army JROTC Jaguar Battalion’s Drill Team competed in its AREA 3 Regional Drill Meet hosted at our school, Port St. Lucie High School. This is the most important drill meet of the season because it determines if the team will advance to the state competition. Cadets participated in fourteen group events, and we are so proud to say the Port St. Lucie High School Jaguar Battalion won 1st place overall and will be moving forward to compete at the state level on April 12th, 2025, in Lakeland, FL. The … Read More

Congratulations to the National Art Honor Society and sponsor Mrs. Emily Royo-Yeno for their tremendous display at the year’s St. Lucie County Fair, winning the “Out of the Box” Award. “St. Lucie Schools Navigating the Future” was the 2025 School Display Theme. NAHS has been hard at work since January designing, painting, and assembling the component parts to execute the Cobra’s road to greatness! Thanks to Drawing 1 and Digital Arts 1 students for their 1-Point Perspective artworks flanking the display! These perspective drawings and digital representations show an illusion of depth and implied distance by use of the art … Read More