๐CLASS OF '29โFRESHMEN PREVIEW๐
Future Falcons! Get an inside look at everything Jensen Beach High School has to offer at Freshmen Preview Nightโtomorrow, Feb. 26, from 5:30-7:30 p.m.!
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Explore Specialty Pathways
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Learn about AP Capstone
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Discover clubs, unique courses, and more
Donโt miss this opportunity to discover how JBHS can prepare your student for lifelong success!
Enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year opens March 1. โก๏ธ Learn more: https://bit.ly/43cf2tB
Upcoming Freshmen Previews:
๐ South Fork High School: Thursday, February 27, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
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๐BOOKS OF THE MONTH๐
Looking for your student's next great read? The Florida Department of Education Commissioner's Books of the Month are here! Spend time reading, learning, and growing with these featured titles.
February Books of the Month:
๐ PreK: "Celebrating Presidentsโ Day: What Is a President?" by Kimberly Jordano and Trisha Callella-Jones
๐ K-2: "The Front Steps: A True Story About a Boy Who Loved to Read" by Alan C Duncan and Anna Welch
๐ 3-5: "Abe Lincoln: The Boy Who Loved Books" by Kay Winters
๐ 6-8: "Bad News for Outlaws: The Remarkable Life of Bass Reeves, Deputy U.S. Marshal" by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
๐ 9-12: โGeorge Washingtonโs Secret Six: The Spy Ring That Saved the American Revolution" by Brian Kilmeade and Don Yaeger
Happy reading!
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๐CELEBRATING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE๐
Our middle school mathletes didnโt just competeโthey DOMINATED the MATHCOUNTS Treasure Coast Regional Competition!
Students from all five Martin County School District-operated middle schools showcased their skills at Indian River State College, proving once again that academic excellence thrives in MCSD.
๐ NINE of the TOP 10 individual awardsโMCSD.
๐ CRUSHED the team competitionโHidden Oaks Middle School and Stuart Middle School took the top Overall Team spots.
๐ SPEED MATH CHAMPIONSโHOMS and Indiantown Middle School led the way in the Ciphering Round!
Congratulations to our incredible mathletes and to their dedicated coaches for this success!
Read all who won here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/2047283
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๐PUBLIC SCHOOL PROUD๐
Itโs Public Schools Week, and weโre proud to serve 16,500 students across 12 elementary schools, 5 middle schools, 3 high schools, special centers, preschool centers, and adult education campusesโempowering the next generation of leaders, innovators, and difference makers!
Join us in celebrating the incredible students, educators, and staff who make the Martin County School District a place of excellence. Each day, weโll highlight what makes public schools the heart of our communityโstarting with MCSD Monday: 100 Years of Excellence!
Want to be part of our 100 Years of Excellence in Education celebration? Share your MCSD story here: https://bit.ly/4iNGDqs
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๐ฉบ๐ ๏ธCELEBRATING CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION๐ ๏ธ๐ฉบ
Career & Technical Education (CTE) equips students with real-world skills for the future, and weโre celebrating in style! This week, students, teachers, and staff across the Martin County School District are invited to participate in themed dress-up days.
Chefโs hat or hard hat? Scrubs or a suit? Dress for the career that inspires you and highlight the many paths CTE offers!
๐ธ Snap a photo and DM usโwe canโt wait to see the creativity!
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โค๏ธLOVE FOR LEARNINGโค๏ธ
Indiantown Middle School recently hosted the Indiantown Education Coalitionโs annual Love for Learning Scholarship Luncheon, bringing the community together in support of studentsโ futures.
Guests, including Superintendent Michael Maine, enjoyed special performances by the Warfield Elementary School chorus and the IMS band! ๐ถ
Proceeds from this event will help students living in Indiantown pursue college and technical education opportunities. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this meaningful cause!
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Students at Palm City Elementary School had an out-of-this-world experience with retired NASA astronaut and U.S. Army Colonel "Woody" Spring! ๐
4th and 5th graders were captivated by his incredible journeyโ165 hours in space, including 12 spent on spacewalks! His stories of exploration, problem-solving, and perseverance left a lasting impact, inspiring the next generation of dreamers and innovators.
What an unforgettable day of learning and discovery! ๐โจ
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๐พ PAWSITIVELY ENGAGING LEARNING ๐พ
Smiles, stories, and a furry reading buddyโstudents at Hidden Oaks Middle School had a wonderful time participating in the Paws to Read program! ๐๐ถ This special experience helps young readers build confidence in a fun and supportive way.
Creating a "pawsitive" learning environmentโone special reading buddy at a time! ๐พ Weโre grateful for our partnership with the Humane Society of the Treasure Coast for making moments like this possible.
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๐CELEBRATING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE๐
Four Crystal Lake Elementary School students were recognized and celebrated by Superintendent Michael Maine and the Martin County School Board for their outstanding academic achievements!
๐ Stock Market Game Champions:
After months of strategic investing and financial learning, Matthew Talton, Leo Bonadeo, and Wyatt Wiggins came out on top in the 2024 Stock Market Game, outpacing teams across the Florida South region!
๐ Mensa Excellence in Reading Award:
Shoutout to Leonardo Saric, only the second student in CLE history to earn the Mensa Excellence in Reading Award for grades K-3! After reading and reviewing more than 60 books, heโs now taking on the next challengeโthe reading list for grades 4-6!
Opportunities like these happen here in the MCSDโempowering students to think critically and apply their knowledge in real-world ways! Join us in congratulating these students and their teachers! ๐
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๐ON THE AGENDA๐
Today's School Board Meeting will begin at 4:00 p.m.
View the agenda: https://bit.ly/3EKjbL8
Watch the livestream: https://bit.ly/4jNWsho
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๐๏ธDIGGING INTO HANDS-ON LEARNING๐๏ธ
Students from Bessey Creek Elementary School had an unforgettable day at the one-of-a-kind Environmental Studies Center, exploring food chains, meeting incredible animals, andโbecoming masters at digging up worms! ๐ชฑ๐๏ธ
The Martin County School District is committed to providing a positive learning environment where ALL students can explore, discover, and grow. The ESC is just one way we bring science to life. This gem helps fosters curiosity and problem-solving skills to prepare students for lifelong success, in such a fun way! ๐ ๐ข๐
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A little kindness goes a long wayโhold the door, share a smile, or leave a kind note. Thereโs no better time to be kind than now! Join us in celebrating #RandomActsOfKindness Day! ๐
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"Let us think of education as the means of developing our greatest abilities, because in each of us there is a private hope and dream which, fulfilled, can be translated into benefit for everyone and greater strength for our nation."-John F. Kennedy
Happy #PresidentsDay, Martin County!
Classes will resume tomorrow, Tuesday, February 18.
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๐ญCURTAIN CALL๐ญ
Don't miss these incredible performances by our talented high school drama departments!
๐พ South Fork High School:
Rodgers & Hammersteinโs CINDERELLA
Feb. 20-22 at 7 p.m. | Feb. 22-23 at 2 p.m.
๐ Get tickets: https://cur8.com/14755/project/127934
๐นJensen Beach High School:
The Phantom of the Opera
Feb. 27-28 at 7 p.m. | March 1 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. | March 2 at 2 p.m.
๐ Get tickets: https://cur8.com/22885/project/128130
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Martin County High School will be performing "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" in mid-Marchโstay tuned for details!
Witness the passion and dedication of our students and teachers as they bring these incredible productions to life!
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๐๏ธALL IN MARTIN๐๏ธ
Episode 3 is HERE! ๐๐ This month on ๐๐๐ โ๐ โณ๐ถ๐๐๐พ๐, weโre going ALL IN for Black History in Martin County, sharing stories and experiences that have shaped our community.
Tune in now to hear:
๐๏ธ Stuart Training School alumni Phillip Harvey and Godfrey Lee reflect on their education, the community, and the lasting impact of leaders like Dr. David L. Anderson, the Murray family, Dr. Jack White, and more.
๐๏ธ Dr. Chris Jones, Principal of Stuart Middle School, gives us a sneak peek into the Districtโs first-ever Black History Month Celebration, happening Feb. 22!
๐ง YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Cbrsac
๐ง Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jSX3hZ
๐ง Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gGE2fU
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A love for reading was in the air at Crystal Lake Elementary School! ๐โค๏ธ๐๐๐
The campus was full of love as families, staff, and school and district leaders joined students for Read to Your Sweetheart Day! Sharing stories together not only builds a love for reading but also creates a special bond between readers. ๐
Thank you to School Board Chair Amy Pritchett (District 4), board members Dr. Brian Moriarty (District 5) and Jennifer Russell (District 3), Deputy Superintendent Dr. Tracey Miller, Chief of Staff Jennifer DeShazo, and Assistant Superintendent of Student Support Services Dr. Lisa Estevez for joining the sweet fun today!
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๐บ๐ธSCHOOLS CLOSED MONDAY๐บ๐ธ
Just a friendly reminder, families โ all District-operated schools will be closed on Monday, February 17, in observance of Presidents Day. Classes will resume on Tuesday, February 18.
We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable three-day weekend!
View our complete school calendar: https://www.martinschools.org/page/calendars
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๐LOVE FOR EDUCATION๐
This Valentineโs Day, we're celebrating what truly makes our hearts fullโour incredible students, dedicated staff, and the unwavering support of our entire Martin County School District community!
Education is a labor of love, and weโre grateful for everyone who pours their heart into making a difference each day. Wishing our students, staff, and families a day filled with kindness and appreciation!
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๐ถ๐ค CELEBRATING MUSICAL EXCELLENCE ๐ค๐ถ
The Martin County High School Chorus delivered an outstanding performance at Solo & Ensemble, earning Superior ratings and advancing to the state competition! ๐๐
Performers Advancing to State:
โญ๏ธSoloists:
Mallory Goddard, Addison Kneiss, Zoey Meixner, Colin Moore
โญ๏ธDuets:
Addison Kneiss & Yesica Mateo-Andres
Sydney Brewer & Addison Kneiss
โญ๏ธChamber Choir:
Anson Bain, Lily Barca, Sydney Brewer, Margarita Canastuj-Batz, Jakob Crosby, Julianna Giambalvo, Mallory Goddard, Landon Johnson, Addison Kneiss, Marin Ladda, Yesica Mateo-Andres, Zoey Meixner, Colin Moore, Gissel Reves Suarez
โญ๏ธTenor/Bass Barbershop:
Sydney Brewer, Jefferson Castanon-Domingo, Jakob Crosby, Jackson Henderson, Landon Johnson, Samuel Longo, Zoey Meixner, Colin Moore
โญ๏ธTreble Barbershop:
Lily Barca, Sydney Brewer, Margarita Canastuj-Batz, Mallory Goddard, Addison Kneiss, Yesica Mateo-Andres, Zoey Meixner, Gissel Reyes Suarez
As Music Performance Assessment (MPA) season continues, we are incredibly proud of ALL our musicians for showcasing their talents and representing the Martin County School District with excellence!
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๐ฅGARDEN TO TABLE๐ฅ
We recently shared about our Farm to School Program, but did you know our Food & Nutrition Services Department also loves to utilize school gardens?
This week at Citrus Grove Elementary School, the cafeteria featured radishes fresh from the school's garden! The pop of color brightened up the lunch line and ignited students' interest!
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