Understanding the need to adjust traditional graduations due to the global COVID-19 pandemic and in consideration of orders from the state government and recommendations from the Florida Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, St. Lucie Public Schools will hold virtual graduations to celebrate and recognize the Class of 2020.
During the broadcast of the ceremonies, members of the Class of 2020 are invited to gather online with their family and friends as their school recognizes them and confers their high school diplomas. The prerecorded, streamed ceremonies will feature valedictorian and salutatorian speeches, digital slides honoring each graduate as their name is called and the traditional “turn your tassel” moment that each graduate can participate in safely at home in their cap and gown. Furthermore, St. Public Schools is committed to holding live graduations in late June if it is safe to do so.
“Although we are disappointed that we will not be able to hold our traditional graduations in May, we are committed to commemorating this very special occasion in a unique and memorable way,” said Superintendent Gent. “I want our graduates and their families to know that we are thrilled to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2020.”
Schedule of Virtual Graduations
May 26, 2020
- 09:00 AM - St. Lucie West Centennial
- 11:00 AM - Ft. Pierce Westwood Academy
- 01:00 PM - Treasure Coast High School
May 27, 2020
- 09:00 AM - Lincoln Park Academy
- 11:00 AM - Ft. Pierce Central High School
- 01:00 PM - Port St. Lucie High School
May 28, 2020
- 09:00 AM - Mosaic Digital Academy
- 11:00 AM - Performance Based Preparatory Academy
The graduation ceremonies will air on WLX-TV, the St. Lucie Education Channel, appearing on Comcast channel 13 (Ft. Pierce), Comcast channel 19 (Port St. Lucie), Blue Stream channel 19, and ATT TV channel 99. Furthermore, a link to the broadcasts will be located on the St. Lucie Public Schools webpage. Once aired, the ceremonies will be available on-demand on YouTube.
About St. Lucie Public Schools
St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) proudly serves students and boasts a traditional high school graduation rate of 97% percent. As a high-ranking B-rated District, there are no failing schools, and SLPS ranks among the top one-third of Florida’s districts for student achievement. The District also has the distinction of being recognized as one of St. Lucie County’s Best Places to Work. The mission of SLPS is to ensure all students graduate from safe and caring schools equipped with the knowledge, skills and desire to succeed. Connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter, or visit http://www.stlucieschools.org.
