MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Families: Summer is an ideal time to develop water safety skills. Please click the link for a list of community resources available - http://bit.ly/444U7HM.

🎆HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY🎆

We wish all of our students, families, staff, and community a safe and meaningful Independence Day!

Friendly reminder, all school and District offices are closed today.

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📚HONORING OUR HISTORY📚

ICYMI: On May 17, 2025, the community gathered in Port Salerno to unveil a Florida Historic Marker at the Salerno Colored Schoolhouse—the last known one-room schoolhouse of its kind on the Treasure Coast.

Thanks to the dedication of the Martin County Black Heritage Initiatives and the Martin County Board of County Commissioners, this restored landmark stands as a powerful symbol of perseverance, education, and community.

School Board Chair Amy Pritchett (District 4) and Members Christia Li Roberts (District 1) and Marsha Powers (District 2) were honored to participate in the celebration.

The Martin County School District looks forward to our continued collaboration with these partners to develop future learning opportunities for students that bring this important piece of local history to life!

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🌀🚧REBUILDING STRONGER🚧🌀

We’re proud to share that the Martin County School District has been awarded $500,000 in state funding to support the restoration of Murray Middle School, which was severely damaged during Hurricane Milton.

The school’s band and chorus rooms were among the hardest hit. This funding will support the rebuild of modern, safe, and well-equipped spaces where our students can grow academically and artistically—on a campus they’re proud of.

Our sincerest thanks go to Governor Ron DeSantis, the Florida Legislature, Rep. Toby Overdorf, and Sen. Gayle Harrell for making this possible.

Learn more about our rebuilding efforts at the Lion's Den: https://www.martinschools.org/article/2296416

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🍎BACK-TO-SCHOOL SAVINGS🍎

Good news, Martin County families: Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday now runs all month long! From August 1–31, 2025, save on essential school items like supplies, clothing, and even computers.

Plus, we've made back-to-school shopping even easier with TeacherLists! Get everything on your student's supply list with just a few clicks.

Literally: just click, shop, and done. See what’s tax-exempt and start your shopping here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/2294823

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🇺🇸HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS🇺🇸

All Martin County School District school sites, offices and programs, including Extended Day and Summer Food Service Program, will be closed Friday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day.

Extended Day will reopen on July 7th. Please note that not all Summer Food Service Program locations will reopen on July 7th. To view the specific locations and schedules, click here: https://bit.ly/3VzZeeW

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🎉📸CELEBRATING NATIONAL RECOGNITION📸🎉

Congratulations to Martin County High School's Ella Smith for placing 3rd for Best in Show at the SkillsUSA National Championships in Atlanta!

She represented Florida in the Photography Contest, and her creativity stood out on the national stage. Shoutout to her teacher, Ms. Laura Dervin, for helping Ella shine!

Join us in celebrating Ella's incredible achievement! 👏🐅

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What started as a typical summer day turned into a cute and inspiring animal rescue at Martin County High School—and yes, we’ve got photos!

Last week, camp counselor Ana Gonzalez noticed a mama duck in distress after her babies had fallen into a storm drain.

Enter our real-life heroes: Ray Williams (MCHS 2024-25 School-Related Employee of the Year!) and plant manager Brett Hawkins, who climbed down into the drain to rescue the ducklings and reunite them with their very relieved mom.

Ms. Dervin’s photography campers caught the whole rescue on camera! Shout-out to Kylie Resch and Ana Allen for capturing the winning shots. Kylie is pictured here with one of the rescued ducklings. 🦆

Just another day of going #ALLINMartin👊, even for our campus wildlife!

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📐MATH REVIEW MONDAY📐 It's week 5️⃣ of Math Review Monday! Refresh your math skills and get a head start on your next grade level with these weekly problems. Stay extra sharp by completing two IXL challenges! Check out one of this week's 1st grade challenges below: https://bit.ly/3toHO7R #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MathReviewMonday

🚨DISTRICT OFFICES CLOSED🚨 The Martin County School District's main office, located at 1939 SE Federal Highway, will be closed to in-person visits during the week of June 30 - July 4 for maintenance. For assistance, please email or call 772-219-1200. #ALLINMartin👊

☀️🌿TRAIL TIME = BEST TIME🌿☀️ Adventure was calling—and Palm City Elementary School's Extended Day campers answered! Our 3rd–to 5th–graders recently visited Jonathan Dickinson State Park, the largest state park in southeast Florida. Exploring trails, spotting wildlife, and learning through adventure make for an unforgettable outdoor experience! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🎉CELEBRATING YOUTH LEADERSHIP🎉 Superintendent Michael Maine and members of the School Board recently celebrated Mildred Castillo, who was named the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County's 2025 Youth of the Year! A student at South Fork High School and proud member of the Hobe Sound Club, Mildred’s story is one of strength, perseverance, and purpose. She’s already earned herself a four-year college scholarship, gained work experience through the Club’s culinary team, and grown into a leader and role model for her peers. Mildred’s commitment to academics, service, and character earned her a spot among the top four Youth of the Year finalists in the entire state of Florida. Join us in congratulating Mildred! 🎉 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🍎LEAVING A LEGACY🍎 After 40 incredible years with the Martin County School District, The Pinewood Elementary's beloved Assistant Principal Patty Morris is heading into retirement! Ms. Morris has done it all—teacher, coach, leader—across elementary, middle, and high school levels. For the last decade, she’s been a bright light at Pinewood, known for her festive outfits, signature “hug corner,” and iconic Elf on the Shelf antics. Her energy and heart have left a lasting impact on students and staff alike. Superintendent Michael Maine and the School Board were honored to celebrate her 40-year career during the board meeting on June 17. Thank you, Ms. Morris, for 40 years of heart, humor, and dedication. We wish you the very best in retirement! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🎓🌟FUTURE READY STARTS HERE🌟🎓 Martin County School District educators headed to Orlando this summer to go #ALLINMartin👊 with AVID! At the AVID Summer Institute, our teachers focused on practical strategies that help students become confident, independent thinkers—while strengthening college and career readiness across every classroom. Because future-ready classrooms start with future-ready teachers! #MyAVIDWhy #PublicSchoolPROUD

🍎BACK-TO-SCHOOL READY🍎 Back-to-school shopping is now easier than EVER! The Martin County School District is excited to roll out TeacherLists—a new tool that makes finding your student’s classroom supply list quick, easy, and stress-free. Literally: just click, shop, and done. Here’s how it works: 🍎 Visit the School Supply Lists page on our website 🍎 Find your child’s school 🍎 Shop the full list directly from your favorite stores like Target, Amazon, and Walmart With TeacherLists, you can save time and help your students start the school year with everything they need! ➡️ Start shopping today: https://bit.ly/4k3bZc3 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🎉VOTE NOW!🎉 Congratulations to Martin County High School's Allison Howard, who's been nominated as TCPalm's Teacher of the Week. Ms. Howard leads the Exercise Science Program at MCHS, helping students explore careers in sports medicine and athletic training. She also works closely with our medical students through HOSA and serves as the school’s athletic trainer. What her nominator said: "She makes sure all of our athletes are receiving the proper care and physical therapy. She is on site for all of our athletic activities and has created an opportunity for future medical professionals to get experience." 🗳️ Let’s show our appreciation for all she does! Vote once a day here through Friday, June 27: https://bit.ly/3HXMSKv #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

📸✨READY FOR NATIONALS✨📸 Martin County High School's Ella Smith is competing this week in the SkillsUSA National Championships in Atlanta—representing both MCHS and the entire State of Florida in the Photography Contest! After earning Gold at the state level, Ella is now showcasing her talent on the national stage. She’s continuing a proud tradition of excellence—her teacher, Ms. Laura Dervin, also competed at nationals when she was a student at MCHS! Join us in cheering Ella on! 🎉🐅📸 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🌊🐢 PARTNERS IN EDUCATION 🐢🌊 During last week's board meeting, Superintendent Michael Maine, the Martin County School Board, and the Environmental Studies Center were presented with a generous donation from the Environmental Studies Council. This generous donation will help offset the cost of an educator at the Environmental Studies Center—supporting the Center’s mission to inspire curiosity, conservation, and a love for our local environment in thousands of Martin County students each year. We’re incredibly grateful to the Council for their continued commitment to hands-on science education and the unique programs that make the ESC a treasured part of our community. 🌊🌴 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🍎LEAVING A LEGACY🍎 Please join us in celebrating Mr. Charlie Carr, who is retiring after 36 unforgettable years, 18 of which at the Environmental Studies Center! A Martin County original, Mr. Carr has been the heart of the ESC—bringing science to life with his signature energy, humor, and one-of-a-kind teaching style. Whether guiding students through mangroves or making sea cucumbers squirt across the wet lab, he turned every moment into a hands-on lesson in curiosity, compassion, and care for the local environment. Superintendent Michael Maine and the School Board honored his incredible impact during the last board meeting. Thank you, Mr. Carr, for making science fun and unforgettable our students! #ALLINMartin 👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

📐MATH REVIEW MONDAY📐 We're back with week 4️⃣ of our Math Review Monday problems! Keep your skills sharp this summer by tackling this series, plus two IXL challenges every week—the perfect practice for your next grade level. This week's example problem is for our high school students prepping for the SAT! Check it out and see if you can solve it: https://bit.ly/3toHO7R #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MathReviewMonday