MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

⭐️SPOTLIGHT ON AVID⭐️ It's official!! Port Salerno Elementary School is Martin County School District's first AVID Showcase School! With this prestigious recognition, educators from across the country will visit PSE in March and witness how their team truly lives and breathes AVID strategies every day, preparing students for college and career success! From fostering critical thinking to promoting organization and collaboration, PSE is setting the bar high for student achievement! Congratulations, Stingrays! 💜💛 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

💻EXPLORE. INNOVATE. CREATE.💻 This Computer Science Education Week, we embrace the theme "Looking Back, Leaping Forward" to celebrate the progress made in computer science and inspire the next generation of innovators. ➡️ Did you know? Students at Murray Middle School can explore specialty pathways like Information Technology and Coding Fundamentals, learning the skills that will shape tomorrow. Together, we boldly go where no one has gone before, empowering learners to chart new frontiers in technology! Apply for the Specialty Pathway today: https://bit.ly/3YUi6YV #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥 #CSEdWeek

🎉CELEBRATING LIFE CHANGERS🎉 Congratulations to Felix A. Williams Elementary’s Ms. Jessica Urbay, who was nominated for the National Life Group’s LifeChanger of the Year Award! Ms. Urbay’s passion and dedication to education inspire not only her students but also her colleagues. We’re incredibly proud of her accomplishments and the lasting impact she’s making. Check out her profile to learn more about why she’s a true LifeChanger: https://bit.ly/3D5cEdi #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎉 CELEBRATING LIFE CHANGERS 🎉 We have another life-changing educator to celebrate! Congratulations to South Fork High School’s Ms. Kyle Gorton on being nominated for the National Life Group’s LifeChanger of the Year Award! Ms. Gorton’s leadership goes beyond the classroom, fostering a strong sense of community and inspiring a giving spirit among her students and the entire Bulldog campus. Her impact is truly remarkable! Check out her profile to learn more about why she’s a LifeChanger: https://bit.ly/3D7Fjyn 🎉 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎶'TIS THE SEASON🎶 Looking for ways to ring in the holiday season? Many of our schools are hosting after-school concerts and events for families to enjoy! Here’s a look at some upcoming opportunities to experience the magic of the holidays with your students. 📅 Please note: Some events may take place during school hours or be announced directly by schools. Save the dates and immerse yourself in the holiday spirit! 🎶❄️ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

NOW INTRODUCING...🥁 Please join us in welcoming the newest resident of the Environmental Studies Center, Saylor the Loggerhead sea turtle! 🐢 The Martin County School District’s kindergarteners have spoken, and Saylor has her name thanks to Mrs. Burns' class from Warfield Elementary School! ❤️🖤 Saylor hatched on July 28th and came to the ESC from Florida Atlantic University. Over the next year/year-and-a-half, Saylor will offer incredible learning experiences to our students at the one-of-a-kind Environmental Studies Center. In the MCSD, students don’t just read about marine life; they witness it firsthand, watching local wildlife like Saylor thrive! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

✅CERTIFIED EXPERTS✅ Nearly 100 @mchstigers students are industry-certified after passing tests in their related Career and Technical Education programs! 📸 Ms. Dervin’s photography students made history, becoming the first in the District to earn the prestigious WordPress Certified Editor (WCE) credential. Special shoutout to Addison Gray and Santiago Cromer, the only two students to earn a perfect score! 💲Ms. Dervin’s Entrepreneurship students also shined on the Entrepreneurship and Small Business Certification exam. Congratulations to Xavier Sejour, Stone Preston, and James Isaac for achieving the highest scores of the year! Your child can also work towards earning industry certifications like these BEFORE graduating! ➡️ The application window for a Specialty Pathway through School Choice at one of 12 featured schools is now open! Apply now through the FOCUS Parent Portal. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3YUi6YV #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🫶VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION🫶 Volunteers are a pillar of support in the Martin County School District, dedicating their time and compassion to helping our students succeed. Whether mentoring, assisting in classrooms, or lending a hand at events, every volunteer in our District makes a life-changing impact. This International Volunteer Day, we celebrate and extend our heartfelt gratitude to the individuals who selflessly give their time to ignite inspiration, uplift, and empower our students. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

Cuteness overload! ❤️🥰 Martin County School District's Math Coach Nicole Golden's son, Liam, is adorableness personified as he rocks his winter gear and future MCSD Alumni shirt! ❤️❤️ Although Liam isn’t old enough just yet, he’s already gearing up to explore the Specialty Pathways available to him at MCSD! You don't have to wait though– the window to apply for a Specialty Pathway at one of our 12 featured schools is open now! ➡️ Learn more: https://bit.ly/3YUi6YV #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎SPECIALTY PATHWAYS SHOWCASE🍎 Want to learn more about the unique pathways available at our middle schools for your students? Stop by their Specialty Pathways Showcase! Hidden Oaks Middle School is hosting theirs tonight, starting at 5:30 p.m. Murray Middle School and Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School are hosting theirs on Thursday. Stay tuned for updates, as more showcase dates may be announced! Plan ahead– Jensen Beach High School is hosting a Specialty Pathways Showcase in January! ➡️ The application window for a Specialty Pathway through School Choice at one of 12 featured schools is now open! Apply now through the FOCUS Parent Portal. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3YUi6YV #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

Welcome back, Martin County School District family! 👋 We hope everyone had a restful and joyful Thanksgiving Break! We’re excited to dive into the next three weeks of learning and achievement. Warfield Elementary is welcoming everyone back in style! Today kicks off their famous "December to Remember" celebration, where students and staff embrace themed days that spark creativity, unity, and fun all month long! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This afternoon, we're continuing our messages of gratitude with a note of appreciation from Riverbend Academy's Nancy Carroll to Rosalie Reid: "Rosalie is such a gem to all those who work with her. Her hard work, dedication, and attention to detail are truly appreciated, and we are grateful to have you on our team. Thank you for all that you do to make our school a success. To our amazing administrative professional: thank you for your hard work, dedication, and positive attitude. Our school and the people in it wouldn't be as efficient without you. Your hard work does not go unnoticed. Thanks for all you do!" Sharing gratitude spreads light in every direction. 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This evening's message of gratitude comes from our Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Ms. Julie Sessa, to her Administrative Assistant, Ms. Trish Gilliam: "I am so grateful for Trish. She keeps HR on track and works so hard to make sure everyone has what they need to be successful!" Gratitude is more than a feeling; it’s a way of showing we care.🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This morning, we’re keeping the gratitude going with a message of appreciation from Indiantown Middle School's June Parrilli to Hannah Damon: "I am thankful for Hannah Damon ELA/Reading teacher at IMS because Ms. Damon is always so enthusiastic with her students, makes learning fun, brings her kids to our library and is super excited about books; she gets her kids reading! Her enthusiasm is contagious!" We still have more heartfelt notes of appreciation from our MCSD Family– stay tuned! 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This afternoon, we’re sharing more notes of appreciation from our Martin County School District family! ➡️ Swipe through to read the heartfelt thank-yous celebrating the commitment, positivity, and teamwork of our amazing colleagues. Gratitude fuels our #ALLINMartin👊 spirit! 🧡 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This afternoon, we’re shining a spotlight on gratitude with a heartfelt message from Jensen Beach High School's Shemetras Spencer to Assistant Principal Dennis Pattison: "I would like to thank Dennis because he is an all-around great person. He goes above and beyond to help everyone. He is a jack of all trades and he pitches in without being asked to ensure the needs of students and staff are being met. He has built a rapport with the students and staff and shows gratitude towards others daily." When we express gratitude, we inspire others to do the same. 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This morning, we're continuing our messages of gratitude by sharing several heartfelt notes of appreciation from our Martin County School District family! ➡️ Scroll through to see thank-yous from team members who want to shine a light on the incredible colleagues who inspire and support them each day. Together, we make MCSD an extraordinary place! 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This evening's message of gratitude comes from Murray Middle School's Ms. Cheyenne Warren to Ms. Karen Onsager: "I want to thank this staff member for being the most welcoming and kind staff member I have ever had the pleasure to be working with. Since day one she welcomed me with open arms and a warm embrace. She is very compassionate and cares so much about our community and our students. I have grown up in this county and gone to schools in this district. In my 21 years of being here, I have never met a teacher so involved in our students' lives and one that cares so much for their education and well-being. She provides more than an education, she gives them a safe space to be. Her room is amazing and we have kids that look up to her and in their free time come to her room to hang out, read a book, or communicate with her when she is not working with another student. She makes sure they are engaged and learning, she gives all she can to them, provides them fruit and water to help them focus, makes sure everyone feels included and she can tell when one of her students is having an off day. She can tell with one look and let them know she is there for them. She not only takes care of our students, but she is so kind to other teachers, staff, and support staff. This is my first year as a paraprofessional and she makes me feel very appreciated for the work I do. She will get me lunch and let me know that I am welcome in her room as if I were a teacher myself. She leaves her room as a safe space for everybody. She provides water for other staff members, invites them in and never leaves anyone out. She is a role model teacher and she made me so happy to join the Murray team." Stay tuned for more heartfelt messages likes this from our MCSD Family. 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This morning, our message of gratitude comes from Martin County School District's Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Julie Sessa to Human Resources Director Jeff Raimann: "Jeff has stepped into HR and made such a positive change to customer service and employee engagement. Grateful for your leadership." Every act of gratitude strengthens the bonds that unite us. 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This afternoon, we're spotlighting gratitude with a collection of heartfelt shoutouts from our Martin County School District family! ➡️ Swipe through to see team members showing appreciation to the colleagues who make a difference every single day. Thank you for being part of what makes MCSD so special! 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥