Congratulations to Mrs. Lahara, our Teacher of the Month! 🍎
As a dedicated fifth grade teacher, Mrs. Lahara goes above and beyond every day to support, inspire, and challenge her students. Her passion for teaching and commitment to helping each child succeed truly make a difference in the classroom and beyond.
Thank you, Mrs. Lahara, for all that you do for your students and our school community—we are so lucky to have you!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
📢 FAST Testing is Coming Soon! 📢
Our students will be participating in the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) PM3 very soon. This is an important opportunity for students to show what they’ve learned this year!
✅ Attendance Matters!
Please make sure your child is at school on time and present for the entire testing day. Students have the entire school day to complete their test. If a student leaves campus before finishing, they will NOT be allowed to return and complete the test. Please avoid scheduling appointments or early dismissals on testing days.
💪 Let’s support our students by ensuring they are present, prepared, and ready to do their best!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
📚❤️ For the Love of Reading! ❤️📚
Our students are celebrating their reading success in a BIG way! Thanks to the Education Foundation’s Book Vending Machine, students who meet their AR goals earn a brand-new book. 📖✨
A huge thank you for the new books—our students are so excited! 💚🐊
We are so proud of our amazing readers. Keep reaching those goals! 🎉
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
#MCSDReads
#EdFoundationMC
🎉 Congratulations to our 2026-2027 Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Fitzsimmons! 🍎✨
Mrs. Fitzsimmons is an amazing Kindergarten teacher who brings kindness, dedication, and a love of learning to her students every day. We are so proud to celebrate her and all she does for our Bessey Creek Elementary family! 💚🐊
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
🎉🎧 May Is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month! 🎧🎉
This month, we celebrate the power of communication and the incredible impact of Speech-Language Pathologists. They do so much more than support speech—they help students build listening, understanding, reading, writing, social skills, and confidence both in and out of the classroom 💬
A special shoutout to Ms. Dunbar, Ms. McDaniel, and Mrs. Padrick for the difference they make every single day. Their dedication, patience, and expertise help our students find their voices and thrive ✨
Be sure to check out the colorful decorations and amazing student work displayed on the windows of Building 3 as we celebrate growth, effort, and success! 🌟👏
Thank you for celebrating with us—because every voice matters, and every word counts 💙
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
🐊 Save the Date: BCE Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A!🐊
We’re excited to partner with Chick-fil-A for a Give Back Night to support our amazing school! Join us on Thursday, May 14th between 2:00–8:00 PM and enjoy a delicious meal while giving back to Bessey Creek Elementary.
Be sure to share the BCE code: GATORS, when ordering so a portion of sales goes directly to supporting our students, staff, and school programs.
Bring your family, invite friends, and help us make this a great turnout! Every meal makes a difference! 💙
📍 Chick-fil-A: Stuart
⏰ 2:00–8:00 PM
🐊 All proceeds benefit BCE students!
Thank you for supporting our Gator Family!
Congratulations to Ms. Russell, our Teacher of the Month! 🍎✨
Some teachers leave a mark, but Ms. Russell creates magic in the classroom every single day ✨
Watching the way she nurtures, encourages, and inspires her first graders is nothing short of amazing. She doesn’t just teach reading, writing, and math—she builds confidence, kindness, and a love for learning that will last a lifetime.
Her patience, creativity, and genuine care make such a difference, and it shows in every smiling face that walks through her door. The world needs more teachers like Ms. Russell 💛📚
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
Want to check your student’s FAST scores? 📊✨
Families can easily view FAST (Florida Assessment of Student Thinking) results by logging into the Focus Parent Portal.
Staying informed helps you support your child’s growth every step of the way! 💙📚
If you need help accessing your account, please contact your child’s teacher or school for assistance.
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
Happy School Nurse Day to our amazing school nurse, Ms. Lorfink, and our incredible district nurse, Mrs. Peck! 💙
Thank you both for the care, compassion, and calm you bring every single day. From helping students feel better to supporting our entire school community, your dedication never goes unnoticed.
We’re so grateful for all you do! 🩺✨
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
Congratulations to Mrs. Karsch, our Teacher of the Month! 🍎
As a wonderful kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Karsch creates a warm, nurturing, and engaging classroom where young learners feel safe, supported, and excited to grow. Her patience, creativity, and dedication help build a strong foundation for her students’ success.
Thank you, Mrs. Karsch, for all that you do for your students and our school community—we are so lucky to have you!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
📢 FAST Testing is Coming Soon! 📢
Our students will be participating in the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) PM3 very soon. This is an important opportunity for students to show what they’ve learned this year!
✅ Attendance Matters!
Please make sure your child is at school on time and present for the entire testing day. Students have the entire school day to complete their test. If a student leaves campus before finishing, they will NOT be allowed to return and complete the test. Please avoid scheduling appointments or early dismissals on testing days.
💪 Let’s support our students by ensuring they are present, prepared, and ready to do their best!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
Our students will be participating in the Florida Assessment of Student Thinking (FAST) PM3 very soon. This is an important opportunity for students to show what they’ve learned this year!
✅ Attendance Matters!
Please make sure your child is at school on time and present for the entire testing day. Students have the entire school day to complete their test. If a student leaves campus before finishing, they will NOT be allowed to return and complete the test. Please avoid scheduling appointments or early dismissals on testing days.
💪 Let’s support our students by ensuring they are present, prepared, and ready to do their best!
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
What a DINO-mite way to wrap up our Reptile Week—Kindergarten Dinosaur Day! 🦖🦕 Students rotated through exciting reading, writing, and math centers, then transformed into paleontologists as they dug out a “real” dinosaur. Learning was hands-on, engaging, and full of prehistoric fun! #BCEGators #LearningInAction #UnstoppableTogether
🍎 Fueling Our Gators 🍎
This week, we celebrated our incredible School Lunch Heroes at Bessey Creek Elementary!
Each day, they make sure our students are nourished, cared for, and ready to learn. Ensuring every child is fed and their nutrition is a top priority, they serve with heart and dedication.
Thank you for all you do for our Gators! 💚🐊
#BesseyBest #SchoolLunchHeroes #FuelingOurGators
Happy School Principal’s Day, Mrs. Atkinson! 🎉
Today we celebrate your incredible leadership, dedication, and the care you show every single day. Thank you for always supporting both students and staff and for leading Bessey Creek Elementary with such kindness, strength, and heart. Your guidance truly makes our school a special place to learn and grow.
We are so grateful for all that you do—your impact on our school community does not go unnoticed. 💙💚🐊
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
Did you know 2nd graders can make a big difference for Earth Day?
🌱 Our classes collected items from home and repurposed the into creative, useful projects — all while meeting Cambridge standards for science and citizenship. From bottle-planters to cardboard organizers, students practiced reducing, reusing, and recycling in hands -on ways. ♻️ 🌎 📚
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
💐SPRING INTO A NEW CAREER💐
Our Spring Job Fair is this week!
Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference every day? Join the Martin County School District—an A‑rated district ranked #4 in Florida by Niche—and be part of a team committed to excellence and student success.
📆 Thursday, April 30
⏰ 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍 MCSD Board Room
Every role matters. Every position supports students. This is your opportunity to be part of something special—we hope to see you there.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925
Our Spring Job Fair is this week!
Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a difference every day? Join the Martin County School District—an A‑rated district ranked #4 in Florida by Niche—and be part of a team committed to excellence and student success.
📆 Thursday, April 30
⏰ 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍 MCSD Board Room
Every role matters. Every position supports students. This is your opportunity to be part of something special—we hope to see you there.
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925
🚌 Bus Driver Appreciation 🚌
Today we celebrate the incredible bus drivers who safely transport our students each and every day! From early mornings to afternoon drop-offs, they are the first smile our students see and the last wave they receive.
Thank you for your patience, care, and commitment to keeping our students safe. You truly help our school run smoothly, and we are so grateful for all that you do! 💛
#BCEGators
#LearningInAction
#UnstoppableTogether
🐊 Our Community, Our Strength 🐊
Our school is truly something special because of the incredible people who pour into it every day.
This week, we proudly celebrated our outstanding volunteers at the Martin County School District recognition event.
We are so grateful for our volunteers, students, parents, community members, seniors, and business partners who give their time, energy, and heart to Bessey Creek Elementary.
You are valued stakeholders and a vital part of what makes our school so extraordinary.
Thank you for helping us continue to be the Bessey Best! ✨
🎉CELEBRATING UNSTOPPABLE TEAMMATES🎉
One of the best parts of our A-rated District is the people who make it all happen—and our Unstoppable Teammates represent that every single day. 👏
Nominated by the colleagues who see their impact firsthand, these team members go above and beyond to support students, schools, and one another with excellence, care, and heart. Their work may happen behind the scenes, but it makes a lasting difference.
Join us in celebrating this month’s incredible honorees and the difference they make across Martin County School District:
Tom Gannon- Port Salerno Elementary School
Jenna Remian- VPK at Bessey Creek Elementary School
Dorothy Dinsdale-Hobe Sound Elementary School
Shela Johnson- Transportation Jose Pacheco- Maintenance
Thank you to our amazing sponsors for the great rewards:
Bonefish Grill, Jeremiah’s, Chick Fil A, Cali Coffee, Kneaded Escape, & Diadem Pickleball
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolPROUD #UnstoppableSince1925
⛵️CARDBOARD BOAT RACES⛵️
The 8th Annual Cardboard Boat Races took over the Martin County High School pool today—and yes, there were boats that floated… and boats that absolutely did not. 😂🌊
This year was extra fun with middle school joining for the first time!
🏆 Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School swept the speed awards in middle school and also took home Most Spirited Team!
🏆 Crystal Lake Elementary School dominated the elementary speed awards, while Bessey Creek Elementary School brought the spirit and earned Most Spirited Team!
Best Boat Blueprint: Indiantown Middle School & Hobe Sound Elementary School
🚢 Titanic Award: Stuart Middle School & Citrus Grove Elementary School
A day full of floating victories, dramatic sinkings, education, and unforgettable fun—just how Cardboard Boat Races should be! 🚤💙
#ALLINMartin👊 #PublicSchoolProud #UnstoppableSince1925
