MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

🐢🌊EXPLORING THE GEM OF MARTIN COUNTY🐢🌊 You know what's fun for the whole family? Grandparents' Day at the Environmental Studies Center! Mark your calendars for February 8 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 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

📚HONORING OUR HISTORY📚 Celebrate Black History Month with an exciting opportunity to win scholarships or gift cards! The Florida Department of Education and Volunteer Florida invite students of all grade levels to showcase their creativity and knowledge by participating in this year’s Black History Month contests. Essay contest winners will receive a two-year Florida College Plan scholarship, and art contest winners will receive a $100 gift card! Don’t miss out– the contest ends February 3! For details and how to enter, visit: floridablackhistory.com #ALLINMartin👊

🔬LEADERS IN SCIENCE🔬 SeaWind Elementary - Hobe Sound, FL, budding leaders and scientists put their knowledge of potential and kinetic energy into action in an exciting, hands-on science experiment! With the guidance of Mr. Fourquet, the school's science teacher, students explored real-world applications of these important concepts. As the Leadership Academy, SeaWind grows leaders and lifelong learners! This is one of the 12 featured schools accepting applications through Specialty Pathways. The application window closes soon–secure your seat today ➡️ https://bit.ly/3YUi6YV #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📚READ-A-THON COMPETITION📚 The competition is heating up in the Education Foundation of Martin County's A Winter's Tale: Read-A-Thon! Elementary students across the Martin County School District are diving into books, taking #MCSDReads AR tests, and racking up points for their teams: 🦉 Hoot Squad (J.D. Parker Elementary School, Warfield Elementary School, Port Salerno Elementary School, and The Pinewood Elementary) 🦊 Clever Crew (Bessey Creek Elementary School, Citrus Grove Elementary School, Jensen Beach Elementary School, and Palm City Elementary School) 🐻 Grizzly Group (Hobe Sound Elementary School, Felix A. Williams Elementary, SeaWind Elementary - Hobe Sound, FL, and Crystal Lake Elementary School) Prizes await the top teams and schools, and as of last Friday, the Clever Crew 🦊 is in the lead! Follow the Education Foundation of Martin County on Facebook for updates every Friday, and keep cheering on your team as the points climb! Let's get our reading on! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎙️ALL IN MARTIN🎙️ Episode 2 is here! 🎉 Watch or listen to the latest episode of the Martin County School District's podcast, All In Martin, now available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts! In this second episode, Chief of Safety and Security Frank Frangella explains the key differences between lockdowns and lockouts on school campuses, and Bessey Creek Elementary School Principal Stacy Schmit highlights the upcoming Kindergarten Blast Off orientation event happening February 11 at 5:30 p.m. at all elementary schools! Tune in today to stay connected and informed about all things MCSD! 🎥 YouTube: https://bit.ly/40D4P8c 🎧 Spotify: https://spoti.fi/42h1oFo 🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/4alpwIN #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

📖 IGNITING LITERACY LEADERSHIP 📖 Assistant Principal Nicole Bagley (Port Salerno Elementary School), Assistant Principal Crystal Grauer (Warfield Elementary School), and Principal Trisha Elliott (Hobe Sound Elementary School) recently represented the Martin County School District at the Literacy Leadership Conference, hosted by The Florida Center for Reading Research. This dynamic program equips school leaders with evidence-based tools and strategies to elevate literacy practices in classrooms, driving meaningful change and fostering student success. Professional development like this helps create brighter futures for every student in Martin County. We can’t wait to see the impact these leaders will make as they bring these innovative strategies back to our schools! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎ON THE AGENDA🍎 Today's School Board Workshop will begin at 4:00 p.m. View the agenda: https://bit.ly/4gKDx5j Watch the livestream: https://bit.ly/4h3LYbA #ALLINMartin👊

🪴HANDS-ON LEARNING🪴 Felix A. Williams Elementary kids are getting their hands dirty and engaging in learning beyond classroom walls! 🌞 Thanks to the PTA and community partners, FAWE students are diving into hands-on lessons in their very own garden! From harvesting fresh veggies like broccoli, bok choy, and beans to enjoying the scents of lemon balm and basil, these experiences truly show that learning takes root everywhere! Amazing work, FAWE! 💚💙

🏆 HOLIDAY HUSTLE CHAMPIONS 🏆 Congratulations to Citrus Grove Elementary for claiming the top spot in the Holiday Hustle Challenge! 🎉 The IXL Prize Patrol stopped by to present the coveted Holiday Hustle Trophy, now proudly displayed in the school’s atrium. Thank you to all the students across the District who participated—keep hustling and crushing those proficiency goals this year! 💪 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎉CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY🎉 The Martin County School District is thrilled to announce our first-ever district-wide Black History Month celebration! Join us as we celebrate Black culture, the creativity of our students, and the power of community. 📅 Saturday, February 22, 9:00 a.m. – 12 p.m. 📍 The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Stuart Club at 551 SE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Stuart Enjoy student performances from several different schools and get a taste of history through dish samples prepared by Martin County High School's Hospitality Management & Gastronomy students, inspired by chefs Bryant Terry and Jocelyn Jackson, two icons in culinary innovation and cultural storytelling. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County's Food Truck, Fork in the Road, will also have food for purchase. This is an event you don't want to miss! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎REPORT CARDS🍎 Second quarter report cards will be available in the FOCUS Parent Portal on Monday, January 13. View your child's grades and attendance records: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/ If you do not currently have access to the FOCUS Parent Portal, please click here to view instructions for claiming your account: https://martin.focusschoolsoftware.com/focus/auth/ #ALLINMartin👊

🎓 CELEBRATING ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE 🎓 The Florida Department of Education recently released graduation rates, and the Martin County School District is proud to share that our overall rate has increased once again, surpassing the state average! For the Class of 2024, our graduation rate reached an impressive 92%, exceeding the state average of 89.7%. This achievement represents our highest graduation rate since 2020-2021 and reflects the incredible dedication of our students, educators, and families. Congratulations to the Class of 2024 from Jensen Beach High School, Martin County High School, and South Fork High School for their hard work and success! 🎉 Read more about each high school's graduation rate by clicking the link: https://bit.ly/3PtZIR5 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥 #Classof2024

📣📚 ENROLL YOUR CHILD IN VPK! 📚📣 The Martin County School District's Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten programs will begin accepting enrollment applications for the 2025-2026 school year on February 3, 2025, at 8 a.m.! 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. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3DQ2ihS #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🚔💙THANK YOU!💙🚔 South Fork High School students showered their School Resource Officer, Deputy Dylan Weishaar, with gifts and appreciation in honor of #LawEnforcementAppreciationDay! The Martin County School District is so grateful for the unwavering commitment and courage of the brave men and women serving with the Martin County Sheriff's Office and Stuart Police Department. Thank you for your dedication to protecting our schools and supporting our community! #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🎙️ALL IN—ON THE MIC🎙️ Coming soon: Episode 2 of All In Martin, the Martin County School District’s monthly podcast that keeps you connected to the stories and programs making a difference across our schools! This month, we’re diving into: 🎙️ Safety tips for families with Chief of Safety & Security Frank Frangella. 🎙️ The upcoming Kindergarten Blast-Off event with Bessey Creek Elementary School Principal Stacy Schimt—everything incoming kindergarten families need to know! 📆 Tune in on Wednesday evening, January 15, on YouTube or Spotify! Haven’t listened to Episode 1 yet? Catch up now to hear Superintendent Michael Maine share his vision for the podcast and discuss Specialty Pathways: https://bit.ly/3BX77Fx #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🚀 TAKE FLIGHT WITH US! 🚀 Get ready to blast off into Kindergarten! Families are invited to attend our Kindergarten Blast Off orientation event on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at all Martin County School District elementary schools. At the event, families will discover what makes their home-zoned school unique! They’ll also receive information about meal programs, Extended Day after-school care, enrollment support, and more! 📅 Save the dates: Registration for Kindergarten will take place during Kindergarten Blast Off orientation events. The VPK registration process opens February 3, 2025. Prepare for liftoff by finding your child’s future elementary school and learning more about the enrollment process here: https://bit.ly/4279FLJ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud

🌟IN THE SPOTLIGHT🌟 Jensen Beach High School's AFJROTC is front and center in the latest issue of Jensen Beach Neighbors! This feature highlights the school's incredible instructors leading AFJROTC and how the program has shaped countless students into responsible citizens and future leaders. Did you know? These cadets visit assisted living facilities to play board games or engage in meaningful conversations with the residents. Scroll through the photos to read the full story! ➡️ Interested in your student joining an impactful program like this? Apply to join through Specialty Pathways: https://bit.ly/3YUi6YV #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎PARENT WORKSHOP: ESE PREK to KINDERGARTEN🍎 Is your child moving from PreK to Kindergarten next year? This Exceptional Student Education Parent Workshop is designed just for you! Join us on January 15 at 4:30 p.m. in the Martin County School District Board Room for helpful insights and guidance. What will you learn? 🍎 Updates to your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) to reflect Kindergarten placement. 🍎 How to communicate and collaborate with your child's team. 🍎 The importance of school visits and familiarization. 🍎 Strategies to focus on skill development for your child’s unique needs. 🍎 Actionable tips to support your child during this exciting transition. This workshop will be led by ESE Program Specialists Beth Merritt and Jennifer Langlois. Please contact Jennifer Langlois at 772-219-1200 extension 30480 or langloj@martinschools.org to RSVP, or RSVP through the Facebook event here: https://www.facebook.com/share/12EY5un8vDc/ #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🌟WE NEED YOU!🌟 The Martin County School District is seeking volunteers to serve as judges for the 2025 STEM Fair! Help inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators by evaluating their amazing projects and encouraging their passion for STEM. 📅 Judging Dates: ➡️Elementary STEM Fair: Wednesday, February 5, 2025 ––Morning Shift: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ––Afternoon Shift: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. ➡️Middle & High School STEM Fair: Thursday, February 6, 2025 9:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. 📍 Location: Indian Riverside Park - Dockside Pavilion, Jensen Beach ☕ Breakfast provided for all judges! 💻 Register today: bit.ly/MCRSEFJudge Your support will make a lasting impact on our students and ignite their journey in STEM. Join us and make a difference! 🚀🔬 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎CELEBRATING OUTSTANDING LEADERSHIP🍎 January is School Board Appreciation Month! 🎉 We are grateful for the leadership, dedication, and commitment our School Board members provide in supporting our students, schools, and community on our journey to becoming Florida’s #1 district! Their impact is felt in every classroom, hallway, and community. So much so, they have inspired students like Hidden Oaks Middle School's Jon-Michael Tillet to serve on the School Board one day! "We really appreciate everything you do to make our school a better place," Jon-Michael shared with Board Members. "I made a flyer with all the school logos to show my appreciation. It's something small, but I wanted to let you know how much we value your efforts and how big and important your duties are." Please join us in thanking School Board Chair Amy Pritchett (District 4), Vice Chair Marsha Powers (District 2), Jennifer Russell (District 3), Dr. Brian Moriarty (District 5), and Christia Li Roberts (District 1) for being champions of education and advocates for our children’s future. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥