Interview with Dr. Jon Prince, Superintendent of St. Lucie Public Schools | Port St. Lucie Talks

09/06/24 • 24 min

In this episode of Port St. Lucie Talks, host Dash Hernandez interviews Dr. Jon Prince, Superintendent of St. Lucie Public Schools. They discuss the district’s remarkable advancements, including a rise in graduation rates to nearly 95%, the introduction of innovative programs like the Accelerated Math Program (AMP), and future initiatives such as the Space Academy. Dr. Prince shares his vision for preparing students for both college and high-demand jobs in industries like construction and space technology. Tune in for insights on the future of education in St. Lucie County.

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Transcript

Dash Hernandez: Well, hello everyone! Welcome to another episode of Port St. Lucie Talks. Today, we have a great guest—Dr. Jon Prince, the Superintendent of St. Lucie County Public Schools. Welcome, Dr. Prince!

Dr. Prince: Well, thank you. I appreciate it. It’s a great opportunity to get the word out about St. Lucie County Public Schools, so thanks for having me.

Dash Hernandez: You're very welcome! We're going to tack