📱LET'S TALK CELL PHONES📱
The first day of school is almost here, and now’s a great time to remind your student about the District’s cell phone and wireless device policy and avoid an unexpected trip to campus to retrieve a confiscated device. 😅
ℹ️ During school hours, cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, and other wireless tech must be off and out of sight.
Here’s what families should know:
📲 Devices that are seen or used during the day will be confiscated.
📲 Only a parent or guardian can pick them up, and only at a time set by school staff.
📲 Repeated offenses constitute insubordination and may result in suspension.
Need to contact your child? Call the school office—we’ll make sure they get the message promptly.
Thanks for helping us create a focused, distraction-free learning environment. Let’s start the year strong, staying present and connected in all the right ways!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
The first day of school is almost here, and now’s a great time to remind your student about the District’s cell phone and wireless device policy and avoid an unexpected trip to campus to retrieve a confiscated device. 😅
ℹ️ During school hours, cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, and other wireless tech must be off and out of sight.
Here’s what families should know:
📲 Devices that are seen or used during the day will be confiscated.
📲 Only a parent or guardian can pick them up, and only at a time set by school staff.
📲 Repeated offenses constitute insubordination and may result in suspension.
Need to contact your child? Call the school office—we’ll make sure they get the message promptly.
Thanks for helping us create a focused, distraction-free learning environment. Let’s start the year strong, staying present and connected in all the right ways!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
🍎ON THE AGENDA🍎
Today's Board Workshop will begin at 4:00 p.m. and will be immediately followed by a Special (TRIM) School Board Meeting.
View the workshop agenda: https://bit.ly/4lwSvxv
View the Special TRIM Meeting agenda: https://bit.ly/45BKgev
Watch the livestream: https://bit.ly/45BSeEs
#ALLINMartin👊
Today's Board Workshop will begin at 4:00 p.m. and will be immediately followed by a Special (TRIM) School Board Meeting.
View the workshop agenda: https://bit.ly/4lwSvxv
View the Special TRIM Meeting agenda: https://bit.ly/45BKgev
Watch the livestream: https://bit.ly/45BSeEs
#ALLINMartin👊
📣VOTE NOW!📣
We have another Viking nominated as TCPalm's Teacher of the Week!
Congratulations to Mrs. Sarah Durgee, an Exceptional Student Education teacher at Jensen Beach Elementary School! Her nominator shared: "Sarah Durgee is a compassionate and dedicated special-education teacher for fourth- and fifth-grade students. She sets high expectations and supports her students in meeting their goals. Her belief in their potential inspires growth and success. Sarah is a tireless advocate who truly cares, creating a classroom where every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive."
Let’s show our support for Mrs. Durgee and all she does for students—cast your vote today and every day through Friday at noon! 🗳️ http://bit.ly/3HkwZh7
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
We have another Viking nominated as TCPalm's Teacher of the Week!
Congratulations to Mrs. Sarah Durgee, an Exceptional Student Education teacher at Jensen Beach Elementary School! Her nominator shared: "Sarah Durgee is a compassionate and dedicated special-education teacher for fourth- and fifth-grade students. She sets high expectations and supports her students in meeting their goals. Her belief in their potential inspires growth and success. Sarah is a tireless advocate who truly cares, creating a classroom where every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive."
Let’s show our support for Mrs. Durgee and all she does for students—cast your vote today and every day through Friday at noon! 🗳️ http://bit.ly/3HkwZh7
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
🍎T-ONE WEEK!🍎
Can you believe it?! We are ONE WEEK AWAY from the new school year in our A-Rated District! 🎉
Before the big day, don’t forget: Meet the Teacher (elementary) and 6th/9th Grade Orientation are on August 8!
📍Find your school’s specific times and details here: https://bit.ly/4mckcfM
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925
Can you believe it?! We are ONE WEEK AWAY from the new school year in our A-Rated District! 🎉
Before the big day, don’t forget: Meet the Teacher (elementary) and 6th/9th Grade Orientation are on August 8!
📍Find your school’s specific times and details here: https://bit.ly/4mckcfM
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925
🍎SETTING THE TONE FOR EXCELLENCE🍎
Middle and high school educators are back in action—kicking off their first full week with a full day of professional learning that’s all about raising the bar. From diving into curriculum to aligning with our District’s A-rated priorities, they’re getting ready to deliver their best year yet!
Superintendent Michael Maine welcomed our teams with gratitude and pride, celebrating their HUGE role in helping our District reclaim its A and reminding us all we’re truly UNSTOPPABLE. 💪
The energy is high, the purpose is clear—and our students are at the heart of it all!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #unstoppablesince1925
Middle and high school educators are back in action—kicking off their first full week with a full day of professional learning that’s all about raising the bar. From diving into curriculum to aligning with our District’s A-rated priorities, they’re getting ready to deliver their best year yet!
Superintendent Michael Maine welcomed our teams with gratitude and pride, celebrating their HUGE role in helping our District reclaim its A and reminding us all we’re truly UNSTOPPABLE. 💪
The energy is high, the purpose is clear—and our students are at the heart of it all!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #unstoppablesince1925
🍎WHAT'S FOR LUNCH?🍎 We’ve got you!
School breakfast and lunch menus for the first month are now live! 👉 https://martinschools.nutrislice.com
From classics to student favorites, our food isn’t just tasty—it’s A-rated, just like us!
While you're at it, set up easy, cash-free meal payments with MySchoolBucks—our online system for adding funds to student meal accounts. It’s free to sign up at MySchoolBucks.com!
Fueling up for learning has never been easier. 🍎💪
#ALLINMartin👊
School breakfast and lunch menus for the first month are now live! 👉 https://martinschools.nutrislice.com
From classics to student favorites, our food isn’t just tasty—it’s A-rated, just like us!
While you're at it, set up easy, cash-free meal payments with MySchoolBucks—our online system for adding funds to student meal accounts. It’s free to sign up at MySchoolBucks.com!
Fueling up for learning has never been easier. 🍎💪
#ALLINMartin👊
🍎BACK-TO-SCHOOL SAVINGS START NOW🍎
Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is LIVE and runs all month long! From August 1–31, 2025, save on essential school items like supplies, clothing, and even computers.
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
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday is LIVE and runs all month long! From August 1–31, 2025, save on essential school items like supplies, clothing, and even computers.
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
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
WELCOME BACK, TEACHERS! 🫶🍎🎉
Behind every great school year is a great teacher.
In our A-rated District, it’s not just the students who are learning and growing—our teachers lead the way.
Welcome back to the educators who make this District unstoppable. We're excited to kick off another incredible year with you!
#ALLINMartin👊 #UnstoppableSince1925 #PublicSchoolPROUD
Behind every great school year is a great teacher.
In our A-rated District, it’s not just the students who are learning and growing—our teachers lead the way.
Welcome back to the educators who make this District unstoppable. We're excited to kick off another incredible year with you!
#ALLINMartin👊 #UnstoppableSince1925 #PublicSchoolPROUD
🎉CELEBRATING SCIENTIFIC ACHIEVEMENT🎉
A huge congratulations to Martin County High School senior Ariana Perez, who recently finished the highly competitive Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience (MPFI) Summer Internship Program!
Ariana was one of just seven students chosen from across the region—and the only student from the Martin County School District—to spend six weeks conducting advanced neuroscience research alongside scientists at MPFI. Her internship concluded with a scientific poster presentation and a final talk on her experience.
We're incredibly proud of Ariana for representing MCSD with excellence! Through this, she hopes other Martin County students know this opportunity is within reach, and encourages her peers to apply in the future. We, too, hope to see more MCSD names on that list! 🔬🌟
📸 Courtesy of MPFI and Ariana
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
A huge congratulations to Martin County High School senior Ariana Perez, who recently finished the highly competitive Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience (MPFI) Summer Internship Program!
Ariana was one of just seven students chosen from across the region—and the only student from the Martin County School District—to spend six weeks conducting advanced neuroscience research alongside scientists at MPFI. Her internship concluded with a scientific poster presentation and a final talk on her experience.
We're incredibly proud of Ariana for representing MCSD with excellence! Through this, she hopes other Martin County students know this opportunity is within reach, and encourages her peers to apply in the future. We, too, hope to see more MCSD names on that list! 🔬🌟
📸 Courtesy of MPFI and Ariana
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
📣VOTE NOW!📣
We’re proud to share that a Citrus Grove Elementary School Diamondback has been nominated for TCPalm's Teacher of the Week, and we need your votes to help her win!
Congratulations to Kindergarten teacher, Ms. Laura Bakkedahl! Her nominator shared: "Laura is a blessing to behold. The utter patience and consideration that she puts into every lesson she creates for her students is second to none. She is passionate, compassionate, and genuine. She is raising little ones to be fine humans who are going to be good people as they venture into the world. Every day with her is a day to prepare for a better future."
🗳️ Help us celebrate Ms. Bakkedahl by casting your vote — you can vote once a day through Friday afternoon: https://bit.ly/40G0gcH
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
We’re proud to share that a Citrus Grove Elementary School Diamondback has been nominated for TCPalm's Teacher of the Week, and we need your votes to help her win!
Congratulations to Kindergarten teacher, Ms. Laura Bakkedahl! Her nominator shared: "Laura is a blessing to behold. The utter patience and consideration that she puts into every lesson she creates for her students is second to none. She is passionate, compassionate, and genuine. She is raising little ones to be fine humans who are going to be good people as they venture into the world. Every day with her is a day to prepare for a better future."
🗳️ Help us celebrate Ms. Bakkedahl by casting your vote — you can vote once a day through Friday afternoon: https://bit.ly/40G0gcH
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
📆BACK-TO-SCHOOL PLANNING📆
Our 2025–2026 Instructional Calendar is available—complete with holiday breaks, early release days, and those important Emergency Makeup Days.
🟦 Holiday breaks and days off? Shaded in dark blue.
🟥 Emergency Makeup Days? Outlined in red: November 24–25 (before Thanksgiving) and May 29, 2026.
If we don’t need them, you get bonus vacation days. If we do, they become regular school days.
Either way, we’ll give you as much notice as possible.
So, before you book that mid-semester getaway, check the calendar. We love a good beach day too—but we love student success even more. 😉🤩 Attendance matters in our A-Rated District.
View the calendar here: http://bit.ly/45sE20o
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Our 2025–2026 Instructional Calendar is available—complete with holiday breaks, early release days, and those important Emergency Makeup Days.
🟦 Holiday breaks and days off? Shaded in dark blue.
🟥 Emergency Makeup Days? Outlined in red: November 24–25 (before Thanksgiving) and May 29, 2026.
If we don’t need them, you get bonus vacation days. If we do, they become regular school days.
Either way, we’ll give you as much notice as possible.
So, before you book that mid-semester getaway, check the calendar. We love a good beach day too—but we love student success even more. 😉🤩 Attendance matters in our A-Rated District.
View the calendar here: http://bit.ly/45sE20o
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
🍎ON THE AGENDA🍎
Today's Special (TRIM) School Board Meeting will begin at 4:00 p.m.
View the agenda for the meeting: https://bit.ly/45ba1Rw
Watch the livestream: https://bit.ly/4lRUX2w
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
Today's Special (TRIM) School Board Meeting will begin at 4:00 p.m.
View the agenda for the meeting: https://bit.ly/45ba1Rw
Watch the livestream: https://bit.ly/4lRUX2w
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
📆 T-2 WEEKS UNTIL SCHOOL! 📆
August 11 is coming in hot, and guess what? Only 30% of our families have filled out the back-to-school forms in the FOCUS Parent Portal.
That means 70% are about to log in on August 7 like:“Where’s my kid’s schedule?” “Why can’t I see anything?” “Wait… we had to do forms?” 🤷♂️
Yes. Yes, you do. Here’s how it works: ✅ Do the forms ➡️ Unlock the schedule ✨ Avoid the chaos Help us help you. Do the forms. Be the hero. 💪
🎉THE RESULTS ARE IN!🎉
Congratulations to Mrs. Hannah Licameli, TCPalm's Teacher of the Week! 👏🥳
A proud Jensen Beach Elementary School Viking, Mrs. Licameli brings creativity, compassion, and unstoppable energy to everything she does, from making phonics fun for our youngest learners to growing fresh produce in the school garden. She’s all heart, all in, all the time. 💚💙
We’re proud to have outstanding educators like Mrs. Licameli leading the way in our A-rated Martin County School District! Thank you to everyone who voted to help shine a spotlight on this incredible educator.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
Congratulations to Mrs. Hannah Licameli, TCPalm's Teacher of the Week! 👏🥳
A proud Jensen Beach Elementary School Viking, Mrs. Licameli brings creativity, compassion, and unstoppable energy to everything she does, from making phonics fun for our youngest learners to growing fresh produce in the school garden. She’s all heart, all in, all the time. 💚💙
We’re proud to have outstanding educators like Mrs. Licameli leading the way in our A-rated Martin County School District! Thank you to everyone who voted to help shine a spotlight on this incredible educator.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
🐎 STALLION STAMPEDE 🐎
What a great way to set students up for success in our A-rated District! 🙌
Incoming Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School 6th graders spent two days of their summer getting to know their new school, keeping their minds sharp, and making new friends. No first-day jitters here—just confident students ready to crush the new year!
Watch out, middle school—these Stallions are ready for you! 💪🐎
#ALLINMartin 👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925
What a great way to set students up for success in our A-rated District! 🙌
Incoming Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School 6th graders spent two days of their summer getting to know their new school, keeping their minds sharp, and making new friends. No first-day jitters here—just confident students ready to crush the new year!
Watch out, middle school—these Stallions are ready for you! 💪🐎
#ALLINMartin 👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925
🎉HAPPY SYSTEM ADMIN APPRECIATION DAY🎉
We know you do more than just ask if we’ve restarted our computer yet… 😅
Our incredible ET (Educational Technology) team works nonstop behind the scenes to keep our A-rated District connected, protected, and running smoothly, supporting staff, students, and systems every step of the way. 💻🔧✨
Thank you for being our tech superheroes! We truly appreciate everything you do.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
We know you do more than just ask if we’ve restarted our computer yet… 😅
Our incredible ET (Educational Technology) team works nonstop behind the scenes to keep our A-rated District connected, protected, and running smoothly, supporting staff, students, and systems every step of the way. 💻🔧✨
Thank you for being our tech superheroes! We truly appreciate everything you do.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
🍎BACK-TO-SCHOOL READY🍎
Students looking for some fresh fits for the new school year? Keep in mind our dress code!
We’re throwing it back to this iconic video made by Jensen Beach High School students to help your kiddos start the year in style and in dress code: https://youtu.be/cQbBXQDVJuc
View the full dress code policy here: https://go.boarddocs.com/fl/martin/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=CWVHVQ4A321D
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
Students looking for some fresh fits for the new school year? Keep in mind our dress code!
We’re throwing it back to this iconic video made by Jensen Beach High School students to help your kiddos start the year in style and in dress code: https://youtu.be/cQbBXQDVJuc
View the full dress code policy here: https://go.boarddocs.com/fl/martin/Board.nsf/goto?open&id=CWVHVQ4A321D
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
🌟CELEBRATING NEW LEADERSHIP🌟
We’re proud to share that Ms. Janice Cizek has been recommended as the next Principal of Martin County High School, pending School Board approval!
A familiar face on campus, Ms. Cizek most recently served as Assistant Principal of Curriculum, where she helped increase academic opportunities for students. With her years of leadership experience and commitment to student growth, she's ready to take on this new role and lead the Tigers into their next chapter of success! Read more about her background: https://bit.ly/451aGVt
Congratulations, Ms. Cizek! 🐅
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
We’re proud to share that Ms. Janice Cizek has been recommended as the next Principal of Martin County High School, pending School Board approval!
A familiar face on campus, Ms. Cizek most recently served as Assistant Principal of Curriculum, where she helped increase academic opportunities for students. With her years of leadership experience and commitment to student growth, she's ready to take on this new role and lead the Tigers into their next chapter of success! Read more about her background: https://bit.ly/451aGVt
Congratulations, Ms. Cizek! 🐅
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
☀️SUMMER FUN IN OUR A-RATED DISTRICT☀️
What do you get when you mix arts and crafts, water slides, and a fashion runway? Just another week of unforgettable fun at one of our Extended Day Summer Camps!
Hobe Sound Elementary School campers recently enjoyed the outdoors for a water day, tapped into their creative side by crafting their own Forkys, exuded confidence during a fashion show, and had good old-fashioned fun at a ballgame. ⚾️☀️😎
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
What do you get when you mix arts and crafts, water slides, and a fashion runway? Just another week of unforgettable fun at one of our Extended Day Summer Camps!
Hobe Sound Elementary School campers recently enjoyed the outdoors for a water day, tapped into their creative side by crafting their own Forkys, exuded confidence during a fashion show, and had good old-fashioned fun at a ballgame. ⚾️☀️😎
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD
🏁RACING TO #1🏁
Today, school and District leaders hit the ground running—literally! From solving clues to racing (safely) around Martin County, teams explored the local landmarks and hidden gems that make our A-rated District shine. Take a look at the photos and see if you recognize some of the pitstops! ☀️✨
🥇1st Place: Dark Red
🥈2nd Place: Dark Pink
🥉3rd Place: Green
But this race wasn’t just about bragging rights (although some might say so 😉)—it was about building stronger connections across campuses and departments, all in pursuit of one goal: sustaining our A and climbing toward #1. 💪
Huge thanks to the Environmental Studies Center for hosting our starting and finishing lines, and to the incredible local sites that let our leaders learn more about the place we proudly serve.
Also, huge shoutout to our Professional Learning Department for such a great way to kick off our Leadership Days, and to the crews who helped get it all set up!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925
Today, school and District leaders hit the ground running—literally! From solving clues to racing (safely) around Martin County, teams explored the local landmarks and hidden gems that make our A-rated District shine. Take a look at the photos and see if you recognize some of the pitstops! ☀️✨
🥇1st Place: Dark Red
🥈2nd Place: Dark Pink
🥉3rd Place: Green
But this race wasn’t just about bragging rights (although some might say so 😉)—it was about building stronger connections across campuses and departments, all in pursuit of one goal: sustaining our A and climbing toward #1. 💪
Huge thanks to the Environmental Studies Center for hosting our starting and finishing lines, and to the incredible local sites that let our leaders learn more about the place we proudly serve.
Also, huge shoutout to our Professional Learning Department for such a great way to kick off our Leadership Days, and to the crews who helped get it all set up!
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925
