MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

🍎ON THE AGENDA🍎 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 #ALLINMartin👊

🏝️DIGGING INTO HANDS-ON LEARNING🏝️ 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, and—becoming masters at digging up worms! 🪱🏝️ 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! 🐠🐢🌊 #ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥 #PublicSchoolPROUD

A little kindness goes a long way—hold the door, share a smile, or leave a kind note. There’s no better time to be kind than now! Join us in celebrating #RandomActsOfKindness Day! 💛 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥 #MakeKindnessTheNorm

"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. #ALLINMartin👊

🎭CURTAIN CALL🎭 Don't miss these incredible performances by our talented high school drama departments! 🐾 South Fork High School: Rodgers & Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA Feb. 20-22 at 7 p.m. | Feb. 22-23 at 2 p.m. 🔗 Get tickets: https://cur8.com/14755/project/127934 🌹Jensen 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. 🔗 Get tickets: https://cur8.com/22885/project/128130 🐅 Martin County High School will be performing "You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown" in mid-March—stay tuned for details! Witness the passion and dedication of our students and teachers as they bring these incredible productions to life! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎙️ALL IN MARTIN🎙️ Episode 3 is HERE! 🎉🎉 This month on 𝒜𝓁𝓁 ℐ𝓃 ℳ𝒶𝓇𝓉𝒾𝓃, we’re going ALL IN for Black History in Martin County, sharing stories and experiences that have shaped our community. Tune in now to hear: 🎙️ 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. 🎙️ Dr. Chris Jones, Principal of Stuart Middle School, gives us a sneak peek into the District’s first-ever Black History Month Celebration, happening Feb. 22! 🎧 YouTube: https://bit.ly/3Cbrsac 🎧 Spotify: https://bit.ly/4jSX3hZ 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4gGE2fU #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #BlackHistoryMonth #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

A love for reading was in the air at Crystal Lake Elementary School! 💖❤️💞💗📚 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. 💕 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! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🇺🇸SCHOOLS CLOSED MONDAY🇺🇸 Just a friendly reminder, families – 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 #ALLINMartin👊

💖LOVE FOR EDUCATION💖 This Valentine’s Day, we're celebrating what truly makes our hearts full—our incredible students, dedicated staff, and the unwavering support of our entire Martin County School District community! Education is a labor of love, and we’re 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! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎶🎤 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🔥