MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

🏅CELEBRATING LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE🏅 Congratulations to the Martin County High School Air Force JROTC cadets and instructors on being selected for the 2024–2025 AFJROTC Distinguished Unit Award! This national recognition honors programs that go above and beyond in service, leadership, and character development—and the Tigers did just that. With a 93% score on the Regional Director’s annual assessment and cadets logging an average of 16+ community service hours, the unit truly stood out. Special shoutout to Cadet Kai Lawrence for leading the way with 61.62 hours of service! The Tigers were led by Katelyn Hardy, Fall 2024 Cadet Commander, and Santiago Pacheco, Spring 2025 Cadet Commander. A big congratulations also goes to instructors Sgt. Scott Chamberlain and Lt. Col. David Cortez, who were both named Outstanding Instructors of the Year by JROTC Headquarters. 👏 Way to go, Tigers! 🐅👏🎖️ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🌟CELEBRATING NEW LEADERSHIP🌟 Exciting news at Hobe Sound Elementary School—Ms. Stephanie DeVoe has been chosen to serve as the next Assistant Principal, pending school board approval! Ms. DeVoe has been a dedicated member of the Eagle family for over 15 years, serving in roles such as Science Coach, STEM Coordinator, and 5th Grade Lead Teacher. Most recently, she served as a Science Interventionist, helping the school achieve the #1 ranking among Title I schools in science proficiency. Read more about her experience here: https://bit.ly/3Zgeq3H Congratulations, Ms. DeVoe! 🎉🦅 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🎉CELEBRATING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE🎉 We're proud to shine a spotlight on Landon Kodare, who just wrapped up his 8th grade year at Murray Middle School, for representing the Martin County School District at the AGLOA Academic Games Nationals in May! Competing against some of the top students in the country, Landon earned multiple top-three finishes in individual rounds, including a memorable tie with last year’s Equations champion, whom he went on to knock out of the playoffs! 🏆 Landon is already planning to form a high school team this fall and continue his Academic Games journey. Bulldogs, he's going to be looking for teammates! 🐾 Way to go, Landon—we’re so proud of your accomplishments! #ALLINMartin👊

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This afternoon, we are shining a spotlight on South Fork High School senior Evelyn Gonzalez-Solis! Evelyn plans to attend Indian River State College and pursue a career as a certified Cosmetologist. 🎉Congratulations, Evelyn! We are so very proud of you! 🎉 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #Classof2025

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This afternoon, we are shining a spotlight on Martin County High School senior Ric'Kyia Weaver! “My favorite memory will always be Friday Night Lights as a varsity cheerleader—there’s nothing like the energy, the lights, and the bond with my team," the senior shared. "Throughout all four years of high school, I’ve loved meeting new people, creating long-lasting memories, and growing into the person I am today." "After graduation, I’ll be attending Indian River State College for two years, majoring in Pre-Surgical Services on the Health Science track," Ric'Kyia continued. "My goal is to become a surgical technician and eventually continue my education at either University of Central Florida or Florida A&M University. I want to give a special shoutout to my all-time favorite, Nicole Rathnaw—thank you for being my personal cheerleader and someone I can always count on no matter what. Here’s to the next chapter!" 🎉Congratulations, Ric'Kyia! We wish you the best in your next chapter! 🎉 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #Classof2025

🍎ON THE AGENDA🍎 Today's School Board Workshop will begin at 4:00 p.m. and will be immediately followed by a Special School Board Meeting. View the Workshop agenda: https://bit.ly/3FHJDG7 View the Special School Board Meeting agenda: https://bit.ly/43Y7o6e Watch the livestream: https://bit.ly/4kGIygG #ALLINMartin👊

📐MATH REVIEW MONDAY IS BACK! 📐 Let’s keep those math muscles flexing all summer long! 💪 Each week, we’re sharing new Math Review Monday practice problems for students of all ages across the Martin County School District. ⭐️ NEW THIS YEAR!! Stay extra sharp by completing two suggested summer skills per week for your grade level on IXL! New problems post every Monday—check out one of this week's 2nd grade challenges below: https://bit.ly/3toHO7R #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #MathReviewMonday

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This evening, we are shining a spotlight on Martin County High School senior Ariana Chavers! “Ari plans to attend Indian River State College to start her educational journey for Nurse Practitioner," proud mom Liza wrote. "I am so proud of her and all of her accomplishments. She worked as a counselor for MCSD Extended Day while going to high school and she also dual-enrolled in IRSC classes. Keep reaching for the stars because the sky is the limit!" 🎉Congratulations, Ariana! We are so very proud of you! 🎉 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #Classof2025

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This afternoon, we are shining a spotlight on South Fork High School senior Charles Woodward! “Charlie had a great 4 years in the International Baccalaureate program and playing varsity tennis at South Fork High," proud parents Megan and Brandon shared. "He's 'All About The U!' and was accepted into the honors program (Foote Fellows) at the University of Miami - Herbert School of Business. He plans to study business and data. We are so proud of you and all your accomplishments. We love you very much!" 🎉Congratulations, Charles! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #Classof2025

🎉CELEBRATING OUTSTANDING EMPLOYEES🎉 As May comes to a close, we’re proud to celebrate the final Ignite Excellence Award recipients of the 24-25 school year—employees who go above and beyond for students, colleagues, and our community. Nominated by peers, they truly embody what it means to ignite excellence every day. Join us in congratulating: ⭐️Wilma Almestica-Sanchez - Director of Exceptional Student Education ⭐️Mercedes Thurston - Spectrum Academy ⭐️Carol Ann Kilinski - South Fork High School ⭐️Antonia Lopez - Indiantown Middle School ⭐️Veronica Zapico - Bessey Creek Elementary School Since starting the Ignite Excellence Program this year, we received nearly 300 nominees, had 30 winners, and gave away about $3,000 in certificates. We couldn't be more grateful to ALL the local businesses who helped us celebrate our winners! Shoutout to the top sponsors for the final awardees: Fleet Feet Stuart - Port St. Lucie and Smallcakes of Stuart, a Cupcakery & Creamery! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This afternoon, we are shining a spotlight on Martin County High School senior Jackson Henderson! "HUGE thank you to all the wonderful teachers Jackson has had during his educational career in Martin County," proud mom Ashle shared. "Each of them have had an impact on shaping the person he is today. We are so proud of Jackson and how hard he has worked to achieve his goals! He will be attending the University of Florida and plans to major in journalism. Go Gators! " 🎉Congratulations, Jackson! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #Classof2025

🧃☀️FREE SUMMER MEALS FOR STUDENTS🧃☀️ School may be out, but nutritious meals are still in! The Martin County School District will be serving free breakfast and lunch for all children 18 and under at select school sites starting Monday, June 2, 2025, with no income restrictions. Meal service dates and times will vary by location. Children must remain on location while they are eating their meals. Our Summer Feeding Bus is back as well! You can find the beautiful, bright bus serving lunch at St. Lucie Mobile Village and Booker Park in Indiantown starting Monday. 📍Find a meal site near you: https://www.martinschools.org/article/2240674 #ALLINMartin👊

☀️HELLO SUMMER!☀️ Summer Break is officially underway, but don't forget to take a look at how well your child did this school year! Fourth-quarter report cards for elementary students are now available. Report cards for middle and high school students (without EOC grades) will be posted on Monday, June 9. View your child's grades and attendance records in the FOCUS Parent Portal: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This afternoon, we are shining a spotlight on South Fork High School senior Ethan Matos! Ethan plans to attend the University of South Florida and major in Biomedical Science. 🎉Congratulations, Ethan! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #Classof2025

🎶 Take me out to the *St. Lucie Mets* ball game…🎶 for FREE! ⚾️ The St. Lucie Mets are hosting School Employee Appreciation Night tomorrow, May 29, and Martin County School District staff are invited! Just show your MCSD ID at the ticket window to receive a free ticket. 🎟️ ⚾️ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🔬INTERNATIONAL SCIENCE STARS🔬 Two Martin County High School students represented our community on the world stage at the 2025 Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair in Columbus, Ohio — the largest international STEM research competition for high school students! ⭐️ Isabella Calhoun was named a State Finalist and attended with all expenses paid. Her project: “The Role of Hormones in Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.” ⭐️ Nina Goyal was honored as a Martin County Finalist for her project: “Bioenhancers and AgriShield for Pest Management.” More than 1,600 students from more than 30 countries shared over 1,300 innovative projects during ISEF’s 75th anniversary. We're proud to see Martin County scholars among them! 💡🌎🔬 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This afternoon, we are shining a spotlight on Martin County High School senior Andrew Olson! "Drew has worked consistently to maintain a high GPA, all while balancing a part-time job at our family restaurant, playing basketball on the school team all 4 years of high school, & mentoring & volunteering at basketball kids camps. He has done a wonderful job managing it all," proud mom Jocelyn shared. "Drew plans to attend Indian River State College for his AS degree, then EMT & firefighting school. We are so proud of you Drew! Shout out to Mrs. Warenick at MCHS for your support to Drew this year and for recognizing him for 'Character Counts.' We also loved seeing you at his games! Thank you also to Mrs. Donna Jacobsen, who was Drew’s 3rd & 5th grade teacher at Citrus Grove Elementary School. I appreciate that you have been a constant supporter of Drew, and still are, even to this day. He has so much respect and admiration for you." 🎉Congratulations, Andrew! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #Classof2025

🎉CELEBRATING SLPs🎉 May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month, and we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) who serve students across the Martin County School District. From helping children find their voice to building confidence, our SLPs make a lasting impact every single day. Thank you for your compassion, expertise, and unwavering support—you truly make a difference! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🎓#MCSDSENIORSTORIES🎓 This afternoon, we are shining a spotlight on Martin County High School senior Ella Kate Crowther! "We are so proud of Ella," mom Karly wrote. "She has worked so hard and it is exciting to see her graduate with amazing accomplishments! She set her sights on Florida State University two years ago and will be heading there in June. Ella worked two jobs, Tigerrets Captain, The Dance Academy of Stuart for 15 years and President of NHS. She will major in Business at FSU and cannot wait for this next chapter. Thank you to all her Teachers , family and friends for the encouragement and support!" 🎉Congratulations, Ella! 🎉 We are so very proud of you! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #Classof2025

🎉VOTE NOW!🎉 Martin County, we need your help! Felix A. Williams Elementary music teacher Ms. Colleen Dougherty has been nominated for TCPalm Teacher of the Week, and she needs your vote! Ms. Dougherty brings the stage to life for her students, inspiring a love of music and the performing arts with every note, rehearsal, and performance. Let's show her how much we appreciate her dedication and love for music! Vote today and every day through Friday, May 30➡️ https://bit.ly/4kt7vMu #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD