MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

🎶🎤 CELEBRATING MUSICAL EXCELLENCE 🎤🎶 The Martin County High School Chorus delivered an outstanding performance at Solo & Ensemble, earning Superior ratings and advancing to the state competition! 🏆👏 Performers Advancing to State: ⭐️Soloists: Mallory Goddard, Addison Kneiss, Zoey Meixner, Colin Moore ⭐️Duets: Addison Kneiss & Yesica Mateo-Andres Sydney Brewer & Addison Kneiss ⭐️Chamber 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 ⭐️Tenor/Bass Barbershop: Sydney Brewer, Jefferson Castanon-Domingo, Jakob Crosby, Jackson Henderson, Landon Johnson, Samuel Longo, Zoey Meixner, Colin Moore ⭐️Treble 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! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🥗GARDEN TO TABLE🥗 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! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🐾🎓 PREPPING FOR HIGH SCHOOL SUCCESS 🎓🐾 This week, Indiantown Middle School 8th graders got a glimpse of their future during a visit to their prospective high school, South Fork High School! From exploring Career & Technical Education classes to experiencing campus life, they got a firsthand look at the opportunities that await them. Visiting their future school helps students connect with teachers, discover programs, and build confidence for their next chapter. We can’t wait to see them thrive in high school! 📸 Scroll through the photos to see some adorable visitors who greeted the Thunderbirds. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎙️ ALL IN MARTIN 🎙️ Episode 3 is coming soon of our monthly podcast, 𝒜𝓁𝓁 ℐ𝓃 ℳ𝒶𝓇𝓉𝒾𝓃! On February 15, we’re going ALL IN for Black History in Martin County, sharing stories and experiences that have shaped our community. In this episode: 🎙️Stuart Training School alumni share their firsthand experiences growing up in Martin County during segregation and desegregation, reflecting on their education, the community, and the lasting impact of leaders like Dr. David L. Anderson, the Murray family, Dr. Jack White, and more. 🎙️ Dr. Chris Jones, Principal of Stuart Middle School, gives us a sneak peek into the District’s first-ever Black History Month Celebration, happening February 22! Tune in on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts as we honor the past and celebrate the future! Catch up on previous episodes by clicking the links below. ⬇️ 🎧 YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Cbrsac 🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jSX3hZ 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gGE2fU #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #BlackHistoryMonth #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎨🎶 ARTSFEST SPOTLIGHT 🎶🎨 ICYMI: The artistry and musical talents of Martin County School District students were on full display at MartinArts ArtsFest this past weekend! Hometown News Martin County captured a wonderful performance by the Crystal Lake Elementary School choir, while artwork from Jensen Beach High School and South Fork High School students was proudly showcased. SFHS students even painted in real-time, bringing creativity to life! The SFHS Jazz Band also took the stage, delivering an incredible set. The arts are truly alive in the MCSD! 🎨✨ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎡FREE FAIR ADMISSION🎡 The Martin County Fair and Youth Livestock Show is just around the corner, and we’re thrilled to share that students and staff can enjoy free admission on select days! 🎉 🎡 February 17 from 2 - 5 p.m.: FREE admission for students with student ID 🎡 February 21 from open to close: FREE admission for MCSD staff with District ID You don't want to miss the chance to vote for the best School Pride Booth! Voting is open for the duration of the fair (Feb. 14-22). The winner will be chosen on the last day: 🥇 - $1,000; 🥈 - $750; 🥉 - $500. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🐝UN-BEE-LIEVABLE SPELLERS🐝 Our students brought their A-game to the 59th Annual Lillian A. Dassori Elementary Spelling Bee! Congratulations again to our champion, Kahlan Hufnagel of J.D. Parker Elementary School, who sealed her victory with the word unison! Congratulations also go to Logan Ferraro of The Pinewood Elementary for earning 3rd place and Nicolas Gillett of Hobe Sound Elementary School for earning 2nd place. Shoutout to all our participants for showcasing their talent, as well as to School Board Chair Amy Pritchett for serving as enunciator, and to our distinguished judges! 🎥 Watch as these incredible spellers take on challenging words with confidence: https://www.martinschools.org/article/1997120 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🚀 T-MINUS 1 DAY UNTIL BLAST-OFF 🚀 Tomorrow is the big night for our rising kindergartners!! Stop by your child's future school for our Kindergarten Blast Off orientation event, where families can meet the leadership team, tour a kindergarten classroom, and discover what makes our schools so special! 📅 Kindergarten Blast Off 🗓 February 11 | 5:30 p.m. 📍 All MCSD elementary schools 🔗 Find your child’s future school and learn more about enrollment: https://bit.ly/3WcJX4U 🎥English version of the video: https://youtu.be/VMjwpp6sJWs 🎥 Spanish version of the video: https://youtu.be/2xFam7cMbuU #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎🔥IGNITING PROFESSIONAL GROWTH🔥🍎 While school is out for students... learning is in for teachers and staff! The Martin County School District's annual Professional Learning Day is a dedicated time to sharpen skills, explore new strategies, and elevate education for students across Martin County! With hundreds of sessions to choose from, an inspiring keynote speaker (Brian Mendler), a refueling station with food trucks, fun pit stops with relaxation in mind, and a Passport to Student Careers to propel our students' future, our educators are IGNITING new ideas and strategies that will make a lasting impact in the classroom! Today is about going all gas, no breaks for growth, innovation, and student success! 🏎️💨 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎 NO SCHOOL MONDAY 🍎 Students have the day off on Monday, February 10, but our teachers and staff will be igniting their professional growth! 🔥✨ Through collaboration and learning, they’ll explore new strategies to enhance student success. We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday, February 11, refreshed and ready to learn! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

SNEAK PEEK INTO THE FUTURE🚒🤿🩺 Palm City Elementary School students got a firsthand look at the careers that keep our community thriving! From professional divers and golf superintendents to healthcare heroes and emergency responders, Career Day offered hands-on experiences that brought future opportunities to life. As we celebrate #CTEMonth, we’re proud to ignite curiosity and inspire the next generation of professionals right here in our community! Many thanks to the guest speakers who shared their careers with our Wildcats. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🐢🌊EXPLORING THE GEM OF MARTIN COUNTY🐢🌊 Reminder: It's Grandparents' Day at the Environmental Studies Center tomorrow, February 8, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.! Join us for a morning of hands-on learning and exploration! Tour the gem of Martin County, meet Saylor the Sea Turtle, and create unforgettable memories with your loved ones. #ALLINMartin👊 #ESCIsThePlaceToBe

✨🔬A NIGHT OF DISCOVERY🔬✨ Our STEM Fair Showcase was a night of science, innovation, and discovery! Hands-on learning, creativity, and exploration were on display as families explored student projects, and enjoyed music with delicious food truck fare and STEM activities from our amazing community partners. Earlier in the day, judges evaluated elementary projects, and today, it's time for our middle and high school students to take the stage! They'll present their work to judges, showcasing their knowledge and passion for STEM. Winners will be celebrated on February 19! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🚦REAL-WORLD ALGEBRA IN ACTION🚦 In celebration of #CTEMonth, we’re shining a spotlight on the Education Foundation of Martin County’s incredible Re-Engineering Algebra program! This unique opportunity shows students how math is used in every day careers. Mr. Love, a civil engineer, recently visited Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School, Hidden Oaks Middle School, Indiantown Middle School, Murray Middle School, and Stuart Middle School, demonstrating how he applies algebra to calculate traffic patterns. His hands-on lessons gave students a new perspective on why algebra matters and how it plays a role in careers they might pursue! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍓FRESH FROM FLORIDA🍓 Check out these fresh radishes from Belle Glade and sweet strawberries from Plant City—just a taste of the incredible local flavors our students at Palm City Elementary School recently enjoyed! Through the Farm to School Program, Martin County School District students enjoy fresh, locally grown foods right in their cafeteria! This initiative provides healthy, nutritious meals while offering opportunities to learn about Florida’s rich agriculture and the farmers who make it all possible. Learn more about the Farm to School Program: https://bit.ly/4gtuZih #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎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. Workshop agenda: https://bit.ly/4hlloLs Special Meeting agenda: https://bit.ly/3EkIaVk Livestream: https://bit.ly/4hi6Dt9 #ALLINMartin👊

🚀BLAST OFF TO KINDERGARTEN🚀 The countdown is on for our Kindergarten Blast Off orientation event! In just one week, Martin County School District families of rising kindergartners are invited to visit their child's future elementary school, meet the leadership team, tour a kindergarten classroom, and discover what makes our schools so special! 📅 Kindergarten Blast Off 🗓 February 11 | 5:30 p.m. 📍 All MCSD elementary schools 🔗 Find your child’s future school and learn more about enrollment: https://bit.ly/3WcJX4U ➡️ Tune into our All In Martin Podcast to learn more! 🎥 YouTube: https://bit.ly/40D4P8c 🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42h1oFo 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4alpwIN #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📣📚 VPK ENROLLMENT IS OPEN 📚📣 Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten enrollment for the Martin County School District is now open for the 2025-2026 school year! VPK is an early learning program that provides developmentally appropriate instruction and activities to prepare children for kindergarten and beyond by building a solid foundation for school success. To be eligible, students must be four years of age on or before September 1, 2025, and reside within an eligible school attendance zone. Enrollment is limited! Don’t miss this opportunity to give your child a strong start for kindergarten and beyond. Enroll today: https://bit.ly/3DQ2ihS #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎉 CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY 🎉 For Black History Month this year, we're excited to celebrate in a big way! Join the Martin County School District for our first-ever district-wide Black History Month celebration, highlighting Black culture, student creativity, and the strength of our community. 📅 Saturday, February 22 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 📍 Boys & Girls Club of Greater Stuart: 551 SE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Stuart Featuring multiple student performances, innovative dish samples from Martin County High School’s culinary students, food for purchase from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County’s Fork in the Road food truck, and community connections, this is an event you don't want to miss! Join us in honoring the contributions of Black leaders who have shaped our community—not just this month or at this event, but every day! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📚CELEBRATE LITERACY WEEK📚 Curious how high school students participate in Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida!? Engaging in literacy at all ages ignites a lifelong love of reading, and these Jensen Beach High School students set a great example by sharing stories with younger learners at Felix A. Williams Elementary! What a wonderful way to inspire the next generation of readers! 📚💙💚 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥