🎓🔧CELEBRATING CTE MONTH🔧🎓
During tonight’s School Board meeting, Martin County High School student Adam Soto was honored in front of the School Board and Deputy Superintendent Dr. Miller as being named the Presidential Nominee for Career & Technical Education for the Martin County School District! 👏
A lifelong MCSD student, Adam has earned multiple industry certifications, won State Gold in Automotive at SkillsUSA, and grown into a student leader through CTE programs. After graduation, he plans to join the U.S. Army and continue serving with purpose. 🇺🇸
Congratulations, Adam — we are proud of all you’ve accomplished and excited for what lies ahead!
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During tonight’s School Board meeting, Martin County High School student Adam Soto was honored in front of the School Board and Deputy Superintendent Dr. Miller as being named the Presidential Nominee for Career & Technical Education for the Martin County School District! 👏
A lifelong MCSD student, Adam has earned multiple industry certifications, won State Gold in Automotive at SkillsUSA, and grown into a student leader through CTE programs. After graduation, he plans to join the U.S. Army and continue serving with purpose. 🇺🇸
Congratulations, Adam — we are proud of all you’ve accomplished and excited for what lies ahead!
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💗FULL OF HEART💗
Valentine’s Day may have passed, but the compassion shown by our students continues to ripple throughout our community. ❤️
Students at Felix A. Williams Elementary shared the love by creating Valentine’s cards for residents at a nearby assisted living facility, while Murray Middle School's Pink Lions delivered handmade cards and carnations to brighten the days of seniors in a local retirement and memory care community.
And at Martin County High School, the football team showed that teamwork goes far beyond the field, shopping for and assembling heartfelt gift bags so children at Ms. Rina's House of Blessings could surprise their moms with something special. 🏈💗
These moments go beyond celebrations or holidays—they reflect who our students are becoming: leaders who serve, care, and lift others up.
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Valentine’s Day may have passed, but the compassion shown by our students continues to ripple throughout our community. ❤️
Students at Felix A. Williams Elementary shared the love by creating Valentine’s cards for residents at a nearby assisted living facility, while Murray Middle School's Pink Lions delivered handmade cards and carnations to brighten the days of seniors in a local retirement and memory care community.
And at Martin County High School, the football team showed that teamwork goes far beyond the field, shopping for and assembling heartfelt gift bags so children at Ms. Rina's House of Blessings could surprise their moms with something special. 🏈💗
These moments go beyond celebrations or holidays—they reflect who our students are becoming: leaders who serve, care, and lift others up.
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"Observe good faith and justice toward all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all." — George Washington
Happy #PresidentsDay, Martin County! 🇺🇸
Classes resume tomorrow, February 17.
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Happy #PresidentsDay, Martin County! 🇺🇸
Classes resume tomorrow, February 17.
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✨ACHIEVING DREAMS✨
Join us in celebrating Paris Cole, one of our Project SEARCH students, who has officially earned a standard diploma after securing full-time employment!
Through hard work, determination, and real-world experience (and guidance from incredible job coaches and teachers!) gained in Project SEARCH, this milestone marks an exciting transition from school to the workforce and the start of a new chapter.
Congratulations on this incredible achievement! 👏
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Join us in celebrating Paris Cole, one of our Project SEARCH students, who has officially earned a standard diploma after securing full-time employment!
Through hard work, determination, and real-world experience (and guidance from incredible job coaches and teachers!) gained in Project SEARCH, this milestone marks an exciting transition from school to the workforce and the start of a new chapter.
Congratulations on this incredible achievement! 👏
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📚HONORING OUR HISTORY📚
The Martin County School District is proud to celebrate Black History Month with our 2nd Annual District-Wide Black History Month Event!
Join us as schools from across the District come together to showcase student artwork and live performances, including singing, readings, and poetry—highlighting both talent and history in a meaningful celebration of culture and community.
🗓 Saturday, February 21
🚪 Doors open at 8:30 a.m.
⏰ Program begins at 9:00 a.m.
📍 Stuart Middle School
We’re excited to welcome Georgia Boy & Ethel’s Famous Wings this year, with food available for purchase during the event. 🍗
It's an event you don't want to miss!
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The Martin County School District is proud to celebrate Black History Month with our 2nd Annual District-Wide Black History Month Event!
Join us as schools from across the District come together to showcase student artwork and live performances, including singing, readings, and poetry—highlighting both talent and history in a meaningful celebration of culture and community.
🗓 Saturday, February 21
🚪 Doors open at 8:30 a.m.
⏰ Program begins at 9:00 a.m.
📍 Stuart Middle School
We’re excited to welcome Georgia Boy & Ethel’s Famous Wings this year, with food available for purchase during the event. 🍗
It's an event you don't want to miss!
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✨SPOTLIGHT ON SCHOLARLY SPELLERS✨
Tonight, it was our middle school students’ turn to take the stage and show off their spelling skills at the 60th Lillian A. Dassori Annual Spelling Bee!
Excellence was on display as they tackled tough words with focus and confidence. Huge congratulations to our top 3 spellers:
🏆 Champion: Allan Polatcan, Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School with the winning word: lacrosse
🥈 Nicholas Thielges, Hidden Oaks Middle School
🥉 Logan Olson-Ferraro, AMS
We are proud of all our scholars who represented their schools so well and continue to reflect the excellence of our A-rated School District!
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✨STELLAR SPELLERS SHINE✨
The 60th Annual Lillian A. Dassori Elementary Spelling Bee brought together some of our brightest young wordsmiths for an exciting competition this evening!
After 10 competitive rounds, Jaxson Quiros from Bessey Creek Elementary School claimed the championship title by correctly spelling the winning word — hyperventilated! 🏆👏
🥈 Runner-Up: Isabel Johnson, Treasure Coast Classical Academy
🥉 Runner-Up: Sheriff Fiske, SeaWind Elementary - Hobe Sound, FL
From scalpel and amicable to raise and dinosaur, our students rose to the challenge and represented their schools with pride.
A special thank you to our judges and enunciators, including School Board Member Amy Pritchett, for being part of the competition.
Congratulations to all of our incredible elementary spellers! 📖✏️
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🎡DISCOUNTED FAIR ADMISSION🎡
The Martin County Fair and Youth Livestock Show is just around the corner! On February 16—a no-school day—it's Education Day, and MCSD students and staff receive $5 admission. 🎉
Make sure to bring your student/staff ID. While you're there, make sure to check out the Environmental Studies Center and Hobe Sound Elementary School's booths!
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The Martin County Fair and Youth Livestock Show is just around the corner! On February 16—a no-school day—it's Education Day, and MCSD students and staff receive $5 admission. 🎉
Make sure to bring your student/staff ID. While you're there, make sure to check out the Environmental Studies Center and Hobe Sound Elementary School's booths!
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🍎MONITORING PROGRESS🍎
Third-quarter interim reports for students in grades 6–12 are now available in the FOCUS Parent Portal. This report reflects a snapshot of students' mid-quarter progress at the time it was issued. Interim reports can be found under the Reports tab.
Grades continue to be updated and may change. Parents can always reference the Grades tab in FOCUS for the most up-to-date information provided. https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/
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Third-quarter interim reports for students in grades 6–12 are now available in the FOCUS Parent Portal. This report reflects a snapshot of students' mid-quarter progress at the time it was issued. Interim reports can be found under the Reports tab.
Grades continue to be updated and may change. Parents can always reference the Grades tab in FOCUS for the most up-to-date information provided. https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925

🍎CELEBRATING CTE MONTH🍎
This Career and Technical Education Month, we’re proud to showcase the dozens of CTE programs offered across our high schools, where students learn from industry experts, gain hands-on experience, and have the opportunity to earn industry certifications before graduating.
Our CTE programs help students explore interests and plan for what’s next—college, the workforce, or both. Families can explore our CTE guidebook to see what’s offered this year and get an idea of programs their student may want to pursue next year: https://bit.ly/4krL3o7
This is where futures take shape! Enroll in the A-rated Martin County School District today: https://bit.ly/3Z1Ny6E
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925 #CTEMonth #GetThereFL
This Career and Technical Education Month, we’re proud to showcase the dozens of CTE programs offered across our high schools, where students learn from industry experts, gain hands-on experience, and have the opportunity to earn industry certifications before graduating.
Our CTE programs help students explore interests and plan for what’s next—college, the workforce, or both. Families can explore our CTE guidebook to see what’s offered this year and get an idea of programs their student may want to pursue next year: https://bit.ly/4krL3o7
This is where futures take shape! Enroll in the A-rated Martin County School District today: https://bit.ly/3Z1Ny6E
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925 #CTEMonth #GetThereFL

🇺🇸SCHOOLS CLOSED NEXT MONDAY🇺🇸
Friendly reminder, families – all District-operated schools will be closed next Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents' Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 17.
View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
#ALLINMartin👊
Friendly reminder, families – all District-operated schools will be closed next Monday, February 16, in observance of Presidents' Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 17.
View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
#ALLINMartin👊

🍎ESE PARENT WORKSHOP🍎
Parents of secondary ESE students are invited to join us for “The Power of Student Engagement in Secondary Transition IEP (TIEP) Meetings.” This workshop will explore how student participation in TIEP meetings supports personal growth, academic achievement, and life-long success—and how families can play an important role in that process.
📅 February 18, 2026
⏰ 4:30–6:00 p.m.
📍 MCSD Board Room (1939 SW Federal Hwy, Stuart)
🎤 Presenter: Kim Thorne, Project 10
Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4tFIK5k
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Parents of secondary ESE students are invited to join us for “The Power of Student Engagement in Secondary Transition IEP (TIEP) Meetings.” This workshop will explore how student participation in TIEP meetings supports personal growth, academic achievement, and life-long success—and how families can play an important role in that process.
📅 February 18, 2026
⏰ 4:30–6:00 p.m.
📍 MCSD Board Room (1939 SW Federal Hwy, Stuart)
🎤 Presenter: Kim Thorne, Project 10
Sign up here: https://bit.ly/4tFIK5k
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🤖STEM IN ACTION🤖
On Friday, J.D. Parker Elementary School fourth graders turned curiosity into creation during a hands-on STEM field experience. As the School of STEAM and Aerospace, this experience fit right in—students built robots, explored the basics of coding, learned about engineering pathways, and got a glimpse of how they could one day join the award-winning FRC 180 S.P.A.M. Robotics team!
An enlightening and fun field trip during CTE month! This is the advantage of enrolling in our A-rated District—learning that goes beyond the classroom, real-world experiences, and opportunities that help students discover what they're capable of. Enroll today: https://bit.ly/3Z1Ny6E
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🇺🇸CELEBRATING 250 YEARS🇺🇸
To celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite students to take part in the America250FL Art & Essay Contests.
Winners will receive a Florida College Plan scholarship provided by Florida Prepaid College Plans.
🗓️ Entries due by March 16
🔗 Learn more: https://america250floridacontest.com/
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To celebrate the 250th anniversary of our nation’s founding, the Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite students to take part in the America250FL Art & Essay Contests.
Winners will receive a Florida College Plan scholarship provided by Florida Prepaid College Plans.
🗓️ Entries due by March 16
🔗 Learn more: https://america250floridacontest.com/
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🎉WE HAVE *ANOTHER* WINNER!🎉
Join us in congratulating Citrus Grove Elementary School's Ms. Tammy Reinhart for being named TCPalm's Teacher of the Week for February 1-6!
In a very close race, our community showed up to help Ms. Reinhart push through for the win. Her heart for her students, her ability to meet learners where they are, and her commitment to preparing them for success beyond elementary school have made an impact on so many families. 🧡🐍
Congratulations, Ms. Reinhart, and thank you to everyone who voted! Read why she was nominated: bit.ly/4klO09R
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Join us in congratulating Citrus Grove Elementary School's Ms. Tammy Reinhart for being named TCPalm's Teacher of the Week for February 1-6!
In a very close race, our community showed up to help Ms. Reinhart push through for the win. Her heart for her students, her ability to meet learners where they are, and her commitment to preparing them for success beyond elementary school have made an impact on so many families. 🧡🐍
Congratulations, Ms. Reinhart, and thank you to everyone who voted! Read why she was nominated: bit.ly/4klO09R
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🚸SAFETY YOU CAN COUNT ON🚸
Rain or shine, hot or cold, they are there each day helping our students arrive and depart school safely.
On Florida School Crossing Guard Appreciation Day, we are proud to recognize all our school crossing guards and our partners in safety at the Martin County Sheriff's Office!
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🎓INVEST IN THEIR FUTURE🎓
Saving for education after high school just got easier! Lock in today’s college costs and invest in your child’s future with Florida Prepaid College Plans. Enrollment is open!
✔️ Use at universities, colleges, trade & technical schools nationwide
✔️ Transfer or cancel if needed
✔️ Earnings grow tax-free
✔️ Redesigned website to guide you through building a personalized savings plan
Don't miss this opportunity! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3NDKvPS
#ALLINMartin👊
Saving for education after high school just got easier! Lock in today’s college costs and invest in your child’s future with Florida Prepaid College Plans. Enrollment is open!
✔️ Use at universities, colleges, trade & technical schools nationwide
✔️ Transfer or cancel if needed
✔️ Earnings grow tax-free
✔️ Redesigned website to guide you through building a personalized savings plan
Don't miss this opportunity! Learn more: https://bit.ly/3NDKvPS
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…AND ACTION!🍿🎥
That's a wrap for Kindergarten Kick-Off!
Our elementary schools rolled out the red carpet (literally!) for the future stars of kindergarten.🤩 The Class of 2029 and their families got to tour the campuses, meet some of the kindergarten teachers, school leadership and current students and parents, make new friends, and learn how our incredible schools create movie magic in real life—a.k.a excellence in education.
Thank you to everyone who made this premiere deserving of an Oscar!
Enrollment is open for VPK-12 in the Martin County School District! The key to success starts here: https://bit.ly/3Z1Ny6E
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🏀🏆 CELEBRATING BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS 🏆🏀
Make some noise for our middle school basketball district champions! 🎉👏
🦈 Congrats to our Hidden Oaks Middle School Boys Basketball team, who are back-to-back district champions and finished the season undefeated, playing tough, focused, and relentless basketball.
🐆 Stuart Middle School Girls Lady Jaguars are district champions after a dominant 42–21 title win, bringing heart, hustle, and championship energy from start to finish. Way to end strong, girls!
Congratulations to both championship teams, their coaches, and families for the dedication, support, and commitment. And a big shoutout to all of our middle school basketball players across MCSD for an outstanding season!
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Make some noise for our middle school basketball district champions! 🎉👏
🦈 Congrats to our Hidden Oaks Middle School Boys Basketball team, who are back-to-back district champions and finished the season undefeated, playing tough, focused, and relentless basketball.
🐆 Stuart Middle School Girls Lady Jaguars are district champions after a dominant 42–21 title win, bringing heart, hustle, and championship energy from start to finish. Way to end strong, girls!
Congratulations to both championship teams, their coaches, and families for the dedication, support, and commitment. And a big shoutout to all of our middle school basketball players across MCSD for an outstanding season!
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📚BOOK BONANZA EXTRAVAGANZA📚
MCSD Elementary Families: You are invited to the Education Foundation of Martin County Book Bonanza at J.D. Parker Elementary School on Thursday, February 5, from 5:30–7:30 PM! 🎉📚
This FREE family event is open to Martin County families with children in Pre-K through 5th grade. Space is limited, and pre‑registration is required, so register today! ➡️ https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/.../efmc-book...
Enjoy literacy activities, giveaways, a free barbecue dinner, and the chance to enroll in the New Worlds Reading program.
Curious what Book Bonanza is all about? Visit the Education Foundation of Martin County’s Facebook page to see photos from last week’s sold‑out event!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud
MCSD Elementary Families: You are invited to the Education Foundation of Martin County Book Bonanza at J.D. Parker Elementary School on Thursday, February 5, from 5:30–7:30 PM! 🎉📚
This FREE family event is open to Martin County families with children in Pre-K through 5th grade. Space is limited, and pre‑registration is required, so register today! ➡️ https://www.educationfoundationmc.org/.../efmc-book...
Enjoy literacy activities, giveaways, a free barbecue dinner, and the chance to enroll in the New Worlds Reading program.
Curious what Book Bonanza is all about? Visit the Education Foundation of Martin County’s Facebook page to see photos from last week’s sold‑out event!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

