DOMINATING THE DEBATE🎤👏
The Stuart Middle School Debate Team came out strong at its first Florida Civics and Debate Initiative Regional Tournament of the year, with 7️⃣ of 10 competitors earning top-six finishes! 💪👏
🏆 1st Place — Charlotte Pollen, Impromptu Speaking
🥈 2nd Place — Sarah Bencomo-Gonzalez, Impromptu Speaking
🥉 3rd Place — Cynthia Million, Impromptu Speaking
🏅 5th Place — Amelia Music, Impromptu Speaking
🏅 6th Place — Amelia Drenth, Impromptu Speaking
🏆 1st Place — Ethan Repass, Extemporaneous Debate
🥉 3rd Place — Zachary Gibson, Extemporaneous Debate
Giving students opportunities to challenge themselves, find their voice and discover what they’re capable of...that's why Martin Means More.
Congrats to the entire Jaguar Debate Team and their coach!
#ALLINMartin👊
🌊MAKING WAVES🌊
Congratulations to South Fork High School senior Bianca Bernhard, the only 2026 Go Blue Awards semifinalist from Florida and one of just three students nationwide recognized in the Blue Hatchling Youth category by Loggerhead Marinelife Center!
Bianca founded the Martin Oyster Restoration Initiative (MORI), a nonprofit focused on improving water quality in the St. Lucie Estuary through oyster restoration. At SFHS, she has built a team of more than 60 student and teacher volunteers, with the school's campus also serving as a home base for her oyster restoration efforts.
Through MORI, Bianca and her team have collected about 1,600 pounds of oyster shells for restoration, turning student leadership into hands-on marine conservation.
This is Martin Means More—supporting students as they turn their passions into purpose, pursue their dreams and make a difference in their communities. Congratulations, Bianca!
#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD
Congratulations to South Fork High School senior Bianca Bernhard, the only 2026 Go Blue Awards semifinalist from Florida and one of just three students nationwide recognized in the Blue Hatchling Youth category by Loggerhead Marinelife Center!
Bianca founded the Martin Oyster Restoration Initiative (MORI), a nonprofit focused on improving water quality in the St. Lucie Estuary through oyster restoration. At SFHS, she has built a team of more than 60 student and teacher volunteers, with the school's campus also serving as a home base for her oyster restoration efforts.
Through MORI, Bianca and her team have collected about 1,600 pounds of oyster shells for restoration, turning student leadership into hands-on marine conservation.
This is Martin Means More—supporting students as they turn their passions into purpose, pursue their dreams and make a difference in their communities. Congratulations, Bianca!
#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD
🎉VOTE NOW!🎉
Congratulations to Jensen Beach Elementary School's Ms. Jennifer Hayden, who has been nominated for this week's TCPalm Teacher of the Week! 🎉
Ms. Hayden is a caring and dedicated first-grade teacher. Her nominator shared it best: "Jennifer Hayden exemplifies what it means to teach with heart. Her compassion and genuine love for her students create a classroom where every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to learn. She goes above and beyond to make her students feel safe, respected, and confident, fostering an environment where curiosity and growth thrive."
➡️ Vote today and every day through Friday afternoon: bit.ly/4hyZNRn
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore
Congratulations to Jensen Beach Elementary School's Ms. Jennifer Hayden, who has been nominated for this week's TCPalm Teacher of the Week! 🎉
Ms. Hayden is a caring and dedicated first-grade teacher. Her nominator shared it best: "Jennifer Hayden exemplifies what it means to teach with heart. Her compassion and genuine love for her students create a classroom where every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to learn. She goes above and beyond to make her students feel safe, respected, and confident, fostering an environment where curiosity and growth thrive."
➡️ Vote today and every day through Friday afternoon: bit.ly/4hyZNRn
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore
🚨NOTICE ABOUT DISTRICT PHONES🚨
Some callers are experiencing intermittent issues when trying to reach District offices and school sites. At this time, the issue is affecting some incoming calls only, and outgoing calls remain operational.
While our Education Technology team works with the phone carriers to resolve this issue, families and community members can use the staff directory at martinschools.org to contact the appropriate employee or department via email or submit an inquiry through OnFlo.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to restore normal service. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
#ALLINMartin👊
Some callers are experiencing intermittent issues when trying to reach District offices and school sites. At this time, the issue is affecting some incoming calls only, and outgoing calls remain operational.
While our Education Technology team works with the phone carriers to resolve this issue, families and community members can use the staff directory at martinschools.org to contact the appropriate employee or department via email or submit an inquiry through OnFlo.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to restore normal service. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
#ALLINMartin👊
🦅FALCON SPIRIT SOARS!🦅
Jensen Beach High School has had plenty to celebrate this Homecoming weekend! The 2026 Homecoming King and Queen have been crowned, the Falcons came out on top under the Friday night lights, and tonight, students are keeping the celebration going at the Homecoming Dance. 💃🪩
Here’s a look at some of the Homecoming moments from the parade that lit up Jensen Beach and last night’s crowning of the King and Queen!
Go Falcons! 🦅
#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD
📚✨READ, DREAM & GO BIG!✨📚
Tomorrow is the BIG day!
On 9/2-5, we’re celebrating Dolly Parton Day and her biggest gift to children: a love of reading. ❤️📖
Here’s how to join us:
📚 Read for at least 30 minutes on September 25.
📖 Get a library card and make your next great read easier to find.
💗 Have a child age 5 or under? Sign up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to receive free books at home
And, of course, dress the part! Think pink, rhinestones, boots and big hair, or even school colors (like Coat of Many Colors)! 👢✨💕
Let’s go #ALLINMartin👊 to celebrate reading, big dreams and the joy of a good book! Get ready to share your pics of reading a book and doing it in style, just like Dolly.
#PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore #ImaginationLibrary
Tomorrow is the BIG day!
On 9/2-5, we’re celebrating Dolly Parton Day and her biggest gift to children: a love of reading. ❤️📖
Here’s how to join us:
📚 Read for at least 30 minutes on September 25.
📖 Get a library card and make your next great read easier to find.
💗 Have a child age 5 or under? Sign up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to receive free books at home
And, of course, dress the part! Think pink, rhinestones, boots and big hair, or even school colors (like Coat of Many Colors)! 👢✨💕
Let’s go #ALLINMartin👊 to celebrate reading, big dreams and the joy of a good book! Get ready to share your pics of reading a book and doing it in style, just like Dolly.
#PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore #ImaginationLibrary
🌟STUDENT SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY🌟
Friendly reminder that there's about one week left to complete community service hours for the Martin County School District Student Service Challenge!
40 students will receive a $500 scholarship toward their future. To qualify, students must:
✅ Complete 20 hours of community service by October 2, 2026
✅ Submit an essay about civic leadership and responsibility
✅ Be enrolled in a Martin County public or charter school
If your student is already working on their hours, now is the time to get those last hours in! If they haven’t started yet, there’s still time to serve their community and qualify.
📧 To apply, email Mark Cowles at cowlesm@martinschools.org using your student’s school email account.
Subject line: 2026 Student Service Scholarship
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
Friendly reminder that there's about one week left to complete community service hours for the Martin County School District Student Service Challenge!
40 students will receive a $500 scholarship toward their future. To qualify, students must:
✅ Complete 20 hours of community service by October 2, 2026
✅ Submit an essay about civic leadership and responsibility
✅ Be enrolled in a Martin County public or charter school
If your student is already working on their hours, now is the time to get those last hours in! If they haven’t started yet, there’s still time to serve their community and qualify.
📧 To apply, email Mark Cowles at cowlesm@martinschools.org using your student’s school email account.
Subject line: 2026 Student Service Scholarship
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
🍎PARENT WORKSHOP TODAY: GIFTED PROGRAM🍎
TODAY: Interested in learning more about the Martin County School District's Gifted Program? Come to the first Parent Workshop of the 26-27 school year!
Join us to learn how gifted services work in the District, what families can expect from gifted programs, and how we support gifted students' academic growth and success across our schools.
📆 September 23, 2026
⏰ 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
📍 School Board Room (1939 SE Federal Hwy)
Please contact Kelly Francke at franckk@martinschools.org to RSVP or RSVP here: https://bit.ly/3V6PNa5
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore
TODAY: Interested in learning more about the Martin County School District's Gifted Program? Come to the first Parent Workshop of the 26-27 school year!
Join us to learn how gifted services work in the District, what families can expect from gifted programs, and how we support gifted students' academic growth and success across our schools.
📆 September 23, 2026
⏰ 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
📍 School Board Room (1939 SE Federal Hwy)
Please contact Kelly Francke at franckk@martinschools.org to RSVP or RSVP here: https://bit.ly/3V6PNa5
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore
🎨THEIR ARTWORK. YOUR MEMORIES🎨
Take a trip down memory lane through the Kids Tag Art online gallery! Student designs from the past school year through 2020 are available to purchase as bike plates, key fobs and vanity tags.
Find your child’s one-of-a-kind artwork and turn it into a keepsake while supporting elementary art programs across the Martin County School District.
Thank you to the Martin County Tax Collector, Ruth Pietruszewski's office, for continuing to celebrate our young artists, their creativity, and their problem-solving skills!
Browse the gallery and order your child’s artwork here: https://martin-county-tag-art.myshopify.com/
#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD
Take a trip down memory lane through the Kids Tag Art online gallery! Student designs from the past school year through 2020 are available to purchase as bike plates, key fobs and vanity tags.
Find your child’s one-of-a-kind artwork and turn it into a keepsake while supporting elementary art programs across the Martin County School District.
Thank you to the Martin County Tax Collector, Ruth Pietruszewski's office, for continuing to celebrate our young artists, their creativity, and their problem-solving skills!
Browse the gallery and order your child’s artwork here: https://martin-county-tag-art.myshopify.com/
#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD
As Yom Kippur begins this evening, we extend our warmest wishes for a meaningful day of reflection, peace, and renewal to all our employees, students, and families observing.
#ALLINMartin👊
#ALLINMartin👊
🇺🇸CELEBRATING CONSTITUTION WEEK🇺🇸
A little taste of America was on the menu at Martin County High School! ❤️🤍💙
Students in the Culinary Arts CTE program put their skills to work in the Tiger’s Den, preparing a special Constitution Week luncheon featuring mini chicken pot pie shooters, pulled pork sliders, tricolored pasta salad and red, white and blue refreshments.
And the learning didn’t stop in the kitchen. Constitution-themed student work filled the Tiger’s Den, bringing together career-ready skills and creativity.
A little history, a lot of hands-on learning—and a real opportunity for our students to put their CTE skills to work.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore
A little taste of America was on the menu at Martin County High School! ❤️🤍💙
Students in the Culinary Arts CTE program put their skills to work in the Tiger’s Den, preparing a special Constitution Week luncheon featuring mini chicken pot pie shooters, pulled pork sliders, tricolored pasta salad and red, white and blue refreshments.
And the learning didn’t stop in the kitchen. Constitution-themed student work filled the Tiger’s Den, bringing together career-ready skills and creativity.
A little history, a lot of hands-on learning—and a real opportunity for our students to put their CTE skills to work.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore
🎓PREPARING FOR WHAT’S NEXT🎓
For AVID Day, our schools celebrated by putting the future on full display! Students and staff dressed for the colleges, careers and opportunities that inspire them.
AVID—Advancement Via Individual Determination—is helping every learner prepare for that future through WICOR: Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization and Reading.
These are more than classroom strategies. They are skills students can carry with them wherever they go.
Future readiness starts here. 💪🎓
#AVIDDay #ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD
For AVID Day, our schools celebrated by putting the future on full display! Students and staff dressed for the colleges, careers and opportunities that inspire them.
AVID—Advancement Via Individual Determination—is helping every learner prepare for that future through WICOR: Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization and Reading.
These are more than classroom strategies. They are skills students can carry with them wherever they go.
Future readiness starts here. 💪🎓
#AVIDDay #ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD
📢🔭CALLING ALL FUTURE SCIENTISTS AND ENGINEERS🧪📢
Is your student curious, creative and ready to put an idea to the test? Families of students in grades 6-12 are invited to learn more about participating in the 2026-2027 Martin County Regional Science & Engineering Fair.
Join us for a virtual informational session to explore the competition, project requirements and the path from the regional fair to state and international competitions!
📅 Wednesday, Sept. 23
⏰ 6-7 p.m.
💻 Join via Microsoft Teams using QR code below or: https://bit.ly/4i9DV0K
Save the date for the fair: Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026
Click here to learn more and get started: https://www.martinschools.org/page/secondary-stem-fair-page
#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD
Is your student curious, creative and ready to put an idea to the test? Families of students in grades 6-12 are invited to learn more about participating in the 2026-2027 Martin County Regional Science & Engineering Fair.
Join us for a virtual informational session to explore the competition, project requirements and the path from the regional fair to state and international competitions!
📅 Wednesday, Sept. 23
⏰ 6-7 p.m.
💻 Join via Microsoft Teams using QR code below or: https://bit.ly/4i9DV0K
Save the date for the fair: Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026
Click here to learn more and get started: https://www.martinschools.org/page/secondary-stem-fair-page
#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD
🐾🎉 BULLDOGS ON PARADE🎉🐾
South Fork High School's Homecoming weekend is officially in full swing! 🖤❤️
Downtown Hobe Sound was red, black and LOUD with Bulldog pride last night as students, employees, families and community members filled the streets for the 2026 Homecoming Parade. (We spy Superintendent Maine, Principal Thompson, Board Member Russell and some other VIPs! 👀)
Decked-out floats, big cheers and plenty of Bulldog spirit made for the perfect kickoff to Homecoming weekend! 🐾🎉
Let’s go, Bulldogs! ❤️🖤
#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD
South Fork High School's Homecoming weekend is officially in full swing! 🖤❤️
Downtown Hobe Sound was red, black and LOUD with Bulldog pride last night as students, employees, families and community members filled the streets for the 2026 Homecoming Parade. (We spy Superintendent Maine, Principal Thompson, Board Member Russell and some other VIPs! 👀)
Decked-out floats, big cheers and plenty of Bulldog spirit made for the perfect kickoff to Homecoming weekend! 🐾🎉
Let’s go, Bulldogs! ❤️🖤
#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD
📆NO SCHOOL MONDAY📆
Friendly reminder, families: there is no school on Monday, September 21.
View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing three-day weekend!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
Friendly reminder, families: there is no school on Monday, September 21.
View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
We hope everyone has a safe and relaxing three-day weekend!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
🇺🇸CELEBRATING CONSTITUTION WEEK🇺🇸
Constitution Week officially begins on September 17, but Martin County School District students are already getting a head start!
Further highlighting the importance of this annual observance, the Martin County School Board approved the 2026 Constitution Week Proclamation at Tuesday night's meeting, developed with Ms. Rae Scimeca and the Halpatiokee Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
As we recognize the 239th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution, students across the District will spend the week learning about the document that continues to shape our nation and protect our freedoms.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore #ConstitutionWeek
Constitution Week officially begins on September 17, but Martin County School District students are already getting a head start!
Further highlighting the importance of this annual observance, the Martin County School Board approved the 2026 Constitution Week Proclamation at Tuesday night's meeting, developed with Ms. Rae Scimeca and the Halpatiokee Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
As we recognize the 239th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution, students across the District will spend the week learning about the document that continues to shape our nation and protect our freedoms.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore #ConstitutionWeek
📚✨READ, DREAM & GO BIG✨📚
9/25 = 9-2-5! 💖🦋
The Martin County School Board has officially proclaimed September 25, 2026, as Dolly Parton Day throughout the Martin County School District! 💓📖
The day celebrates Dolly Parton’s remarkable contributions to children and literacy, along with the impact of programs like Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in helping young readers build a lifelong love of books.
We’re proud to celebrate alongside the Children’s Services Council of Martin County and The Library Foundation of Martin County as we encourage our school community to read, dream and grow together.
Here’s how to join us on Dolly Parton Day, a.k.a. 9/2-5:
📚Read for at least 30 minutes on September 25.
📖Get a library card and make your next great read easier to find.
💗Have a child age 5 or under? Sign up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to receive free books at home.
And, of course, dress the part! Think pink, rhinestones, boots and big hair. Or, dress in your favorite college team to represent the coat of many colors! 👢✨💕
#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD #DollyPartonDay
9/25 = 9-2-5! 💖🦋
The Martin County School Board has officially proclaimed September 25, 2026, as Dolly Parton Day throughout the Martin County School District! 💓📖
The day celebrates Dolly Parton’s remarkable contributions to children and literacy, along with the impact of programs like Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library in helping young readers build a lifelong love of books.
We’re proud to celebrate alongside the Children’s Services Council of Martin County and The Library Foundation of Martin County as we encourage our school community to read, dream and grow together.
Here’s how to join us on Dolly Parton Day, a.k.a. 9/2-5:
📚Read for at least 30 minutes on September 25.
📖Get a library card and make your next great read easier to find.
💗Have a child age 5 or under? Sign up for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library to receive free books at home.
And, of course, dress the part! Think pink, rhinestones, boots and big hair. Or, dress in your favorite college team to represent the coat of many colors! 👢✨💕
#ALLINMartin👊 #MartinMeansMore #PublicSchoolPROUD #DollyPartonDay
🗓️EARLY RELEASE DAY TODAY🗓️
Reminder: Our first early release day of the school year is today, Wednesday, September 16! Students will be dismissed two hours earlier than normal.
View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud
🏵️CELEBRATING HISPANIC HERITAGE🏵️
¡Feliz mes de la herencia hispana!
From September 15th to October 15th, we're proud to celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities that make our community so special.
Families, don't forget! Students have the opportunity to commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month while also having a chance to win a college scholarship! More info here: https://www.floridahispanicheritage.com/
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore #hispanicheritagemonth
¡Feliz mes de la herencia hispana!
From September 15th to October 15th, we're proud to celebrate the rich and diverse cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities that make our community so special.
Families, don't forget! Students have the opportunity to commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month while also having a chance to win a college scholarship! More info here: https://www.floridahispanicheritage.com/
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore #hispanicheritagemonth
🍎ON THE AGENDA🍎
Today's School Board Meeting will begin at 4 p.m.
View the agenda: https://bit.ly/4yxuVY6
Watch the livestream: https://bit.ly/46YDuiV
#ALLINMArtin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore
Today's School Board Meeting will begin at 4 p.m.
View the agenda: https://bit.ly/4yxuVY6
Watch the livestream: https://bit.ly/46YDuiV
#ALLINMArtin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MartinMeansMore
