MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This morning, our message of gratitude comes from South Fork High School's Ms. Carrol Ann Kilinski to Mr. Blake Hicks: "Thank you to Blake and all the vet students for taking such great care of my English Bulldog, Kala, in doggy daycare. Kala is young and full of so much energy and we are so happy with all the attention, interaction, and love you give her when she is with you all!!! So grateful for you!" Gratitude is a simple act with a profound impact. We love sharing these notes of appreciation from our MCSD family to our MCSD family. 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This evening's message of gratitude comes from our Project SEARCH team member Christina Bryan to Lisa Hoppe. "Lisa goes above and beyond for our students every single day. She helps me in so many ways, but especially in the area of technology, which is very needed in our Project Search world. This is our fourth year working together, and I appreciate her very much." Gratitude turns ordinary moments into extraordinary memories.🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This afternoon, our message of gratitude comes from Warfield Elementary School teachers Julie Roberts and Jean Wright and is for their paraprofessionals, Stephania Chavez, Sherine Emata, Jennifer Gaspar, and Catarina Marroquin: "These four paras mean so much to us and the students in our classroom. They are constantly going beyond their normal expectations to make sure each child learns, is safe, and is happy. We appreciate them so much and we are very thankful for them." Gratitude fuels the spirit and strengthens the bonds of teamwork! 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎EMPOWERING EVERY STUDENT🍎 The Martin County School District recently hosted its Fall Transition Fair, bringing families and community partners together to share resources and support for students with disabilities. With so many amazing community agencies in attendance, families discovered tools to help their children thrive in school and prepare for life beyond the classroom. This event was all about helping families plan for the future—whether transitioning to adult life, further education, or the workplace. Thank you to everyone who participated and made this impactful event possible! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This morning, we have several messages of gratitude to share from our Martin County School District family! Scroll through to see heartfelt thank-yous from team members who want to shine a light on the incredible colleagues who inspire and support them each day. We’re so grateful for the amazing people who make MCSD an exceptional place to learn. Stay tuned for more messages of gratitude throughout the week! 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This morning, our message of gratitude comes from Jensen Beach Elementary School's Ms. Sarah Durgee to Ms. Hannah Licameli. "Thank you, Mrs. Licameli, for making work a fun place for staff and kiddos! Your energy for learning is inspiring! We are grateful for the positivity and support within our MCSD family. Stay tuned for more heartfelt messages of appreciation throughout the week. 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 We're continuing our messages of gratitude this weekend with a note of appreciation from Crystal Lake Elementary School's Ms. Brianne Bennett to Ms. Abbey Bonea: "I am thankful that working at Crystal Lake brought me my best friend, Ms. Abbey Bonea. She and I made an instant friendship that has grown so much in the last year that people think we have known each other forever. This is her first year in the classroom as a teacher and I'm excited I get to see her grow in her profession! I'll always be grateful for her unwavering support day in and day out." Every act of gratitude strengthens the bonds that unite us. 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🛠️CELEBRATING APPRENTICESHIP WEEK🛠️ The Martin County School District is proud to highlight National Apprenticeship Week and show gratitude to our local businesses and organizations for providing invaluable career training opportunities to our students. Through hands-on learning in high-demand industries such as health sciences, technology, and manufacturing, apprenticeships bridge the gap between education and employment, helping students gain skills that set them on a path to success. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #ApprenticeFL

Thanksgiving Break has officially begun for our students, teachers, and school-based employees! 🦃🍁🍂 Wishing you all a joyful, restful, and safe holiday. We can’t wait to welcome everyone back on Monday, December 2. #ALLINMartin👊

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 This morning, our message of gratitude comes from Deputy Superintendent Dr. Tracey Miller and is for our Safety Manager, Mark Cocco. "Many may call him 'Mark No-No,' but he’s the first to jump in and say yes if it helps someone and is safe for kids. He has been rising early each morning for decades to serve the MCSD and ensure MCSD is not just the place to be but the place to be safely! His humor and ability to get things done have always made my job easier! He’s one of a kind!" Thankfulness is a gift that costs nothing but means everything. Stay tuned for more heartfelt messages of appreciation. 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎FUTURE READY INFORMATION🍎 REMINDER: Our Parent University is tonight at 6 p.m.! Curious about the unique learning opportunities available for your child? Join us for Parent University, an online information session where we’ll explore School Choice options through the Specialty Pathways designed to help students become future ready. This session will be geared more towards 8th-grade families, but all are welcomed as we’ll be covering the Specialty Pathways across elementary, middle, and high school levels. Specialty Pathways applications through School Choice for our 12 featured schools open December 1. ℹ️ Learn more: https://bit.ly/3YUi6YV ➡️ Register for the event here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1K7Be3yxgP/ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

⭐️🎓EXCITING NEWS!🎓⭐ Indian River State College's Promise Program is back for another year!! 🎉 This means our eligible 2025 seniors can earn their Associate Degree for FREE from Indian River State College! Seniors can pledge to the Promise Program beginning January 14, 2025. Learn more information here: https://promise.irsc.edu/ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥 #Classof2025

🧡IGNITING GRATITUDE🧡 Today, we’re shining a spotlight on gratitude with a heartfelt message from Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School's Ms. Heather-Ann Covington to her teammate, Ms. Carol-Lee Holland: "Mrs. Holland has been my right hand and shoulder to lean on when I need it. Trying to juggle all the things can get overwhelming sometimes, but she is there for me no matter what. If I need help getting a task done for PBIS or Leadership, she's got me. If I need to vent, she listens. If I need advice - she's got it. If I need someone to remind me to take a breath and not overdo it, she supports me. When we go down rabbit holes with ideas of how to make PTSA dances better or find fun ways to increase school spirit, she is right there with me to tag team ideas. And my favorite part- we always love to match in fun shirts, no matter the occasion! I am SO thankful for my work mom!" When we express gratitude, we inspire others to do the same. Join us in showing appreciation for our amazing MCSD family. 🧡 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎨CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN ART🎨 Congratulations The Pinewood Elementary student Caleb Da Cunha and Stuart Middle School student Mason Planker for earning spots among the top 18 finalists in the 2024 Congressional Youth Art Contest for Florida’s District 21! This year, students from Pinewood Elementary, Warfield Elementary School, Murray Middle School and Stuart Middle School participated in the competition. Each student who submitted artwork will receive a special congressional recognition. 🇺🇸 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎MONITORING PROGRESS🍎 Interim reports for students in grades 6-12 are now available in the FOCUS Parent Portal. Have an existing FOCUS Parent Portal account? Access your child's grades and attendance information here: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/ Register for access to the FOCUS Parent Portal here: https://bit.ly/MCSDFocusAccess #ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎SCHOOL BOARD REORGANIZATION🍎 The Martin County School Board conducted its annual reorganization meeting this evening. Ms. Marsha Powers (District 2) and Dr. Brian Moriarty (District 5) were inaugurated as Members of the School Board. Ms. Amy Pritchett (District 4) and Ms. Marsha Powers (District 2) were named School Board Chair and School Board Vice Chair for the 2024-2025 school year. Please click the link below to learn more: https://bit.ly/4hVsNlo #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🍎 ON THE AGENDA🍎 The Martin County School Board will hold its monthly Regular Meeting at 4:00 p.m. today. The School Board will conduct its annual reorganization business during the meeting, including the approval of the 2024-2025 School Board meeting schedule, selection of the 2024-2025 School Board Chair and Vice Chair, and the inauguration of reelected School Board Member Marsha Powers (District 2) and newly-elected School Board Member Dr. Brian Moriarty (District 5). View the agenda for the meeting: https://bit.ly/40EQsk1 Watch the livestream here: https://bit.ly/MCSDReorgMtg2024 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍂 SUPPORTING STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES 🍂 Reminder: the Martin County School District is hosting its Transition Fair tomorrow, November 20, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the MCSD Board Room. Families of students with disabilities in grades K-12 who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or Section 504 Plan can expect to learn more about additional education and career opportunities for their children. We hope to see you there! #ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

❤️🖤COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS🖤❤️ The winner of the Elev8hope Compassion in Action Turkey Basket Drive is... South Fork High School, for a second year in a row!! Not only did the Bulldogs win again by bringing in 568 baskets, but they also broke the record! 🐾👏 The true winners of this competition between our high schools are the thousands of Martin County families who can enjoy a nice Thanksgiving meal. We are incredibly proud of the generosity of all our students across the District who donate to this initiative each year. Our future looks bright thanks to the many kind hearts in our community. ❤️ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

⚡️POWER OF COMMUNITY⚡️ When we say the Martin County School District is a family... this is what we mean! 🫶 Thanks to the generosity of the Bessey Creek PTA, J.D. Parker Elementary students had a blast exploring the wonders of science with Hagerman the Wizard! The Martin County Council PTA/ PTSA is growing its Sister School program, where our schools’ PTAs support unique experiences at other campuses. Their mission is to make every child’s potential a reality and help educate ALL students for success! When we #ignitetogether, we spark meaningful opportunities that inspire and empower every student! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥