MARTIN COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Future healthcare professionals in the making! 🩺 Crystal Lake Elementary School 5th grade students took their jobs seriously as if they were already in healthcare. From studying the human body to showcasing their mastery of content on posters and presentations, they’ve shown they’re ready to take on any challenge and keep steady hands under pressure! They surely ROCKED 5th grade medical school! Kudos to CLE teachers for making this hands-on lesson super fun and unique. #ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥 #PublicSchoolProud

🌀EYE ON THE STORM🌀 **Update 2:15 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26: Schools and offices in the Martin County School District will reopen and return to normal operations on Friday, Sept. 27. The District continues to carefully monitor local weather conditions alongside our partners at the Martin County Emergency Management Agency. We appreciate the patience and understanding of our families and employees as we navigated the uncertain weather conditions caused by Hurricane Helene. While we were forecasted to experience frequent high wind speeds, our District was fortunately spared from receiving severe damage. Our thoughts and prayers are with our fellow Floridians as Hurricane Helene continues to strengthen into an extremely powerful storm and head towards the West Coast. It is important for our students to return to class as attendance is essential for their success. We look forward to welcoming everyone back and providing the best education. #ALLINMartin👊

🌀EYE ON THE STORM🌀 **Update 2:15 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 26: Schools and offices in the Martin County School District will reopen and return to normal operations on Friday, Sept. 27. The District continues to carefully monitor local weather conditions alongside our partners at the Martin County Emergency Management Agency. We appreciate the patience and understanding of our families and employees as we navigated the uncertain weather conditions caused by Hurricane Helene. While we were forecasted to experience frequent high wind speeds, our District was fortunately spared from receiving severe damage. Our thoughts and prayers are with our fellow Floridians as Hurricane Helene continues to strengthen into an extremely powerful storm and head towards the West Coast. It is important for our students to return to class as attendance is essential for their success. We look forward to welcoming everyone back and providing the best education. #ALLINMartin👊

🌀 EYE ON THE STORM 🌀 🚨Update - 12:15 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25: The Martin County School District will close all MCSD-operated schools and District offices on Thursday, September 26, 2024, due to Hurricane Helene. The decision is based on the latest information from the National Weather Service and local emergency management officials. Wind speeds throughout the morning are projected to exceed limits for school bus operation, making it unsafe for transportation. MCSD continues to work closely with local emergency management officials to track the storm and will provide further information regarding District operations beyond Thursday as it becomes available. Families are urged to monitor the District's website at www.martinschools.org, social media channels, and the District's automated messaging system for updates. Families and employees wishing to receive text message notifications should text START to 98900. As a reminder, all after-school activities are also canceled. #ALLINMartin👊

🌀 EYE ON THE STORM 🌀 𝐀𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐂𝐒𝐃 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬: For the safety of our students and staff, 𝐀𝐋𝐋 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬, including clubs, tutoring, and athletics, are canceled today (Sept. 25) and tomorrow (Sept. 26). Extended Day will remain open today only. The MCSD College Fair has also been canceled and will be rescheduled. 🚨 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰’𝐬 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐧. Please continue to monitor our website, social media, and direct notifications. If you’re not receiving text alerts, text START to 98900 to stay informed. For the latest storm advisories, visit hurricanes.gov. View the latest updates from MCSD here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/1782227 #ALLINMartin👊

🌀EYE ON THE STORM🌀 The Martin County School District is working closely with the Martin County Emergency Management Agency to monitor what is currently known as tropical storm Helene for potential impacts to our area. We will provide updates as necessary on our website, all social media channels and via direct message notification to families and employees. Families, if you don't already receive text alerts from MCSD, text START to 98900. For more information or to access the latest advisories, please visit hurricanes.gov. View the latest updates from MCSD here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/1782227 #ALLINMartin👊

🌊COASTAL CLEANUP🌊 Several Martin County School District schools participated in the International Coastal Cleanup this weekend! Between our students, hundreds of items were picked up and properly disposed of to keep our waterways and shorelines beautiful. Learning to make a difference happens here! 🌊🐢💚 📸 Jensen Beach Elementary School, J.D. Parker Elementary School, Jensen Beach High School #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🇺🇸CELEBRATE FREEDOM WEEK🇺🇸 Today marks the start of Celebrate Freedom Week in the Martin County School District! The Florida Legislature designated the last full week in September as "Celebrate Freedom Week" to highlight the significance of the Declaration of Independence. Students will explore the meaning of the Declaration of Independence, reflecting on the principles our nation was founded on, through engaging, age-appropriate lessons in social studies. Ask your child what they learned today! #ALLINMartin👊 #CelebrateFreedomWeek2024

🍎CELEBRATING FINANCIAL EXCELLENCE🍎 We are excited to share that for the 18th year in a row, the Martin County School District has earned the prestigious Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA)! This honor recognizes the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023, highlighting our long-standing commitment to fiscal transparency and accountability. As we continue to uphold these high standards, we also want to inform Martin County voters they will soon have the opportunity to consider the renewal of the existing millage referendum this November. Funding from the millage helps to enhance school safety, increase teacher retention, and more. Learn more about the millage referendum here: https://bit.ly/3ZBNLiM Read more about our financial excellence here: https://www.martinschools.org/article/1779121 #ALLINMartin👊

🎉CELEBRATING PERFECT ATTENDANCE🎉 Did you know--if your student misses just one day of school every two weeks, they miss 20 days of the school year? Attendance is crucial for student success. Warfield Elementary School celebrates perfect attendance with a trophy the class holds onto for a whole week, and a special certificate they can proudly display! #ALLINMartin👊 #AttendanceAwarenessMonth #PublicSchoolProud

🇺🇸CONSTITUTION WEEK🇺🇸 Fun fact: The oldest signer of the Constitution was Benjamin Franklin (81), and the youngest was Jonathan Dayton (26)! Our Constitution Week celebrations continue! Stuart Middle School students dove into the Bill of Rights with local attorney Jordan Showe (in a banana costume 🍌). Port Salerno Elementary School, Warfield Elementary School and SeaWind Elementary - Hobe Sound, FL students got hands-on lessons about the branches of government from Judge Kathleen Roberts, attorney Linda Weiksnar, and Judge Darren Steele. #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🎉SHOWING APPRECIATION🎉 We received an amazing shoutout for Student Delivery Specialist James Byrne that we just had to share! "We live in Martins Crossing, so each morning we wait as the kids get on the bus. This bus driver shows so much compassion and cares for each student. He greets each child with a smile and has a wonderful way to ensure a positive start to their day. I am sure this bus driver makes their journey to school safe, rain or shine. Please thank him for his patience, care and the vital role he plays in shaping their day."-- grateful parent. Thank you, Mr. Byrne, for your dedication to delivering students safely and with a smile! 😊 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🍎LEAVING A LEGACY🍎 Superintendent Michael Maine and the Martin County School Board were honored to celebrate the career of Rosalyn Panet during the board meeting this evening. Ms. Panet started her journey with the Martin County School District 32 years ago when she took an Adult Education computer class at the Indiantown campus. The very next year, she was hired as an ELL paraprofessional. Ms. Panet has been an integral part of the Indiantown and Stuart communities, making a lasting impact on the lives of students and families. Her legacy is defined by a deep love for her work and spreading the joy of education to everyone she meets. We are grateful for her dedication and wish her the very best in retirement. #ALLINMartin👊 #IgniteTogetherMCSD🔥

🍎ON THE AGENDA🍎 Today's School Board Meeting will begin at 4:00 p.m. View the agenda: https://bit.ly/3XDx9p8 Watch the livestream: https://bit.ly/3TNS6M7 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🏵️CELEBRATING HISPANIC HERITAGE🏵️ ¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana! From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, we honor the vibrant cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities that make our community so special. Did you know Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated between Sept. 15 and Oct. 15 to coincide with the Independence Day celebrations of many Latin American nations? On Friday, Warfield Elementary School students and staff wore blue and white or traditional Guatemalan attire in honor of Guatemala's Independence Day, which is September 15! #ALLINMartin👊

🍎MONITORING PROGRESS🍎 Interim reports for grades 6-12 students 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🔥

📚BOOKS OF THE MONTH📚 Florida Department of Education Commissioner Manny Diaz, Jr. recently announced his picks for Commissioner’s Books of the Month for September. This special selection encourages students to reflect on the bravery and resilience shown during the tragic events of September 11, 2001. Books of the Month for September: 📕 PreK: "Good Night America" by Adam Gamble 📗 K-2: "The Man in the Red Bandanna" by Honor Crowther Fagan 📘 3-5: "America Is Under Attack: September 11, 2001: The Day the Towers Fell" by Don Brown 📙 6-8: "The Survivor Tree: Inspired by a True Story" by Cheryl Somers Aubin 📕 9-12: "The Red Bandanna (Young Readers Adaptation)" by Tom Rinaldi #ALLINMartin👊

Does your student need a ✨spark✨ of imagination for their STEM Fair project? 🔬 Join us for SPARK, (Scientific Problem-solving Academy of Research and Knowledge), where local scientists will help students with STEM Fair project ideas and share their work and knowledge of STEM-based careers. 📆 September 19, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at J.D. Parker Elementary School. Dinner and dessert provided! Register here: https://bit.ly/4d8vlsJ ALL MCSD students and families are welcome! #ALLINMartin👊

🎉CELEBRATING SCHOLARS🎉 Congratulations to the two Martin County High School seniors and two South Fork High School seniors named semifinalists in the 2025 National Merit Scholarship Program! The renowned scholarship program honors high school students who demonstrate exceptional academic ability. Semifinalists are selected based on their performance on the PSAT/NMSQT, which identifies the 𝙩𝙤𝙥 1% 𝙤𝙛 𝙨𝙩𝙪𝙙𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙬𝙞𝙙𝙚!!! Please join us in congratulating the following students: 🎓 Ricardo Rivera, Martin County High School 🎓Logan Swanner, Martin County High School 🎓Emanuele Cavallaro, South Fork High School 🎓Safid Alam, South Fork High School Read more about this accomplishment: https://www.martinschools.org/article/1760805 #ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD

🍎 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. View the Workshop agenda here: https://bit.ly/3Z4bfN4 View the Special School Board Meeting agenda here: https://bit.ly/3XC2ZTk Watch the Livestream here: https://bit.ly/3ToYvgl #ALLINMartin👊