MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

🔊MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!🔊 Families - our annual Satisfaction & Engagement surveys are live! This is your chance to provide feedback about our school- and District-based programs, outreach efforts, initiatives and resources. If you have children enrolled in more than one school, please complete one survey for each school prior to April 8. English: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TPK35LY Español: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VSGZDQP We appreciate your engagement! #ALLINMartin👊

🎨CELEBRATING CREATIVITY🎨 The arts are most definitely alive - and celebrated - in your Martin County public schools! Each year, hundreds of our fifth-grade students participate in the Office of the Martin County Tax Collector's Kids Tag Art contest, creating unique designs that families and interested community members can purchase in the form of license plates and key fobs. This year's award-winning artists were celebrated during a special event held March 30, 2022, at The Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast. "The art teachers that Martin County hires are phenomenal," said Martin County Tax Collector, Ruth Pietruszewski. "Every year, it gets better and better and better." Watch the video: https://youtu.be/2pPziEOmEMY To purchase a license plate or key fob depicting your favorite piece of art created by a Martin County School District student, please visit mckta.com. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🍎BEGINNING WITH THE END IN MIND🍎 As an AVID school, Port Salerno Elementary School immerses students in a culture of learning, inquiry and self-advocacy. Students begin learning how to organize their materials, set goals for themselves and begin thinking about their dreams for the future. PSE teachers participate in professional development that helps them support students' growth as learners. Martin County residents may apply to have their child attend Port Salerno Elementary School via our school choice process, which is underway now. Learn more: https://www.martinschools.org/page/office-of-school-choice #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 Today's senior in the spotlight is Olivia Hellmann of Martin County High School. "Congratulations, Olivia!" proud mother Carolyn Hellmann shares. "We are so proud of the beautiful woman you are, both inside and out. We look forward to watching you grow as you enter your next phase of life as a college student at the University of Central Florida and beyond! Be strong, be brave, be fearless. You are never alone." 🎉Congratulations, Olivia! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit https://bit.ly/MCSDSeniorStories22. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

😂ALL IN GOOD FUN😂 SeaWind Elementary School's Food & Nutrition Services team deployed the perfect #AprilFoolsDay prank in an effort to get students to sample fruits and vegetables! Students were surprised to open their "lollipops" and find broccoli and grapes inside. 🥦🍇 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 Today's senior in the spotlight is Angelina Arguelles of Jensen Beach High School. "I've had such a memorable time as a student in the Martin County School District for the past 10 years, but most prominently as a Falcon for the past four," Angelina shares. "Being involved in many clubs, athletics and leadership positions allowed me to create lasting memories with my fellow classmates. I had the honor to serve as Class President, National Honor Society President, a two-year captain of the Varsity Flag Football team, and more. I truly believe that these opportunities have prepared me for success in the real world. Following graduation, I will be attending the University of Florida where I will major in Sports Management. While my interests lie in both sports management and marketing, my ultimate career goal is to own a sports agency firm! I’d like to give a major shoutout to all of my friends and classmates who have pushed me along my path to academic success. While I’ve had many supportive teachers throughout my entire time as an MCSD student, I want to give a special mention to Mr. Sanchez, Coach Gilly, and Mr. Tolliver for being among the greatest teachers and mentors ever! I’m so proud I got to be a J. D. Parker School Of Technology Rocket, Stuart Middle School Jaguar, and JBHS Falcon!" 🎉Congratulations, Angelina! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit https://bit.ly/MCSDSeniorStories22. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🤝SUPPORTING YOUR CHILD'S EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE🤝 Just a reminder, families - parent-teacher conference sessions will be held next week! Please contact your child's school with questions about reserving a time to meet with teachers. #ALLINMartin👊

🎇INSPIRATION HAPPENS HERE🎇 Felix A. Williams Elementary School students were treated to a session with a very special guest earlier this week - author and illustrator Jason Tharp! He spoke with students about the importance of chasing their dreams and never being afraid to share their magic with others. Watch the video: https://youtu.be/BJO1VGhh9Tc #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 Today's senior in the spotlight is Skyler Kallert of Martin County High School. "I plan to attend the University of Central Florida and major in marine science and zoology, pursuing a career in the research, education and behavioral training of marine life," Skyler shares. "My favorite memories from high school would be participating in the electives I took that let me explore new hobbies and have fun with my friends. Special shoutout to the teachers that have helped me grow and learn, my family for all of their support, and my friends throughout the years for always putting a smile on my face!" 🎉Congratulations, Skyler! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit https://bit.ly/MCSDSeniorStories22. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 It's that time of year again! We could not be more excited to celebrate the members of our graduating #Classof2022! Today's senior in the spotlight is Sarah Lykins of Martin County High School! "I am excited to announce that I will be continuing my academic career at Florida Atlantic University and majoring in exercise science to become a Doctor of Physical Therapy," Sarah shares. "I couldn't have done it without the help of my parents, friends, Ms. Cruz (my AVID teacher) and Ms. Ince (my guidance counselor). I'm glad I was surrounded by so many like-minded individuals during freshman year who stood by me throughout high school. Some of my favorite memories were formed during soccer seasons and in the AVID program." 🎉Congratulations, Sarah! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! To share your senior story or a story about a loved one, please visit https://bit.ly/MCSDSeniorStories22 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

💧🌎WILD ABOUT WATER💧🌎 All Martin County School District-operated schools participated in Students4H2O's annual Water Fest in downtown Stuart on March 26, 2022. Students and staff engaged families in a variety of activities designed to spread environmental awareness and foster sustainability! Watch the video: https://youtu.be/93f5ESeHbVU #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🍎ON THE AGENDA🍎 The School Board will hold a Special Meeting and Budget Workshop today. The Special Meeting will begin at 3:00 p.m. and the Budget Workshop will follow immediately after. Livestream - https://youtu.be/raC6mVapDaE Meeting agendas - https://bit.ly/3iDW4DL #ALLINMartin👊

🎼CELEBRATING MUSIC IN OUR SCHOOLS🎼 The musical arts are alive in the Martin County School District! As part of the National Association for Music Education's "Music in Our Schools" month, all schools participated in the District's 46th annual showcase. 👀: https://youtu.be/UZQ1ix--Gqc #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🍎EARLY RELEASE DAY🍎 Just a reminder, families - Wednesday, March 30, is an early release day for students. Classes will be dismissed two hours earlier than normal. View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars #ALLINMartin👊

🐅CULTIVATING LEADERSHIP, SELFLESSNESS & RESPONSIBILITY Martin County High School junior Joshua Gerrard was named the recipient of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA)- Treasure Coast Chapter's award for JROTC at the organization's sixth annual luncheon on March 23. A member of Martin County High School's AFJROTC FL-937 Chapter, Joshua is passionate about JROTC, gaming and computer science - he's even in the process of creating a video game! He is an active member of our community who has volunteered to assist with events put on by various groups. He plans to enlist in the U.S. Marine Corps after graduation and pursue a career in computer science. Congrats, Joshua! We are extremely proud of your hard work and dedication to helping others. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

Third quarter report cards will be posted today, March 28. View your child's grades and attendance records in the FOCUS Parent Portal: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/ If you do not currently have access to the FOCUS Parent Portal, please click here to view instructions for claiming your account: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/ #ALLINMartin👊

🚗MONDAY MORNINGS WITH MILLAY🚗 Tune in to the WSTU 1450 AM Morning Show at 8:00 tomorrow! Superintendent John D. Millay will share the latest news and information from throughout the Martin County School District. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

Psst! Did you catch Superintendent John D. Millay's appearance on the WSTU 1450 AM Morning Show this week? Click the link below to catch up on the latest MCSD news! Dr. Millay's segment begins at the 2:01:04 mark. https://bit.ly/3tHx6tL #ALLINMartin👊

🔊STAYING CONNECTED🔊 Did you receive the latest edition of Martin Moments, our e-newsletter, in your inbox today? Click below to read all the latest MCSD news! https://conta.cc/3wAaixO #ALLINMartin👊

📢FOLLOWING HER CALLING📢 South Fork High School teacher Wendy Schepman discovered her calling as a student at the school. Now she's impacting lives one student at a time as the Landscape & Turfgrass Management instructor! Watch her story: https://youtu.be/fddIAOIGgsQ Set sail toward success with the Martin County School District! Details on our Spring Job Fair: https://bit.ly/MCSDSpringJobFair #ALLINMartin👊