MCSD Schools Earn Florida Recognition Program Awards

Several Martin County School District schools have been honored with the prestigious Florida School Recognition Program Awards for the 2024-2025 school year. This recognition is based on their outstanding performance during the 2023-2024 school year, showcasing their commitment to educational excellence.

The nine schools will share more than $805,000 in financial awards, with each school receiving funds tailored to its full-time equivalent (FTE) student enrollment, enabling these schools to continue fostering success.

The School Recognition Program honors the high-quality public education in Florida, rewarding schools that demonstrate sustained or significantly improved student performance. Eligibility criteria include:

  • Receiving an β€œA” grade

  • Achieving a β€œCommendable” rating

  • Improving at least one performance grade or rating category

  • Improving more than one letter grade and sustaining that improvement

Join us in celebrating the following schools:

  • Bessey Creek Elementary School (A rating)

  • Citrus Grove Elementary School (A rating)

  • Felix A. Williams Elementary School (A rating)

  • Jensen Beach Elementary School (A rating)

  • Palm City Elementary School (A rating)

  • Port Salerno Elementary School (notably earning a B for the first time in a decade!)

  • Hidden Oaks Middle School (A rating)

  • Clark Advanced Learning Center (A rating)

  • Treasure Coast Classical Academy (moved up to an A rating)

"This achievement reflects the unwavering dedication of our students, teachers, and staff, as well as the support of our community,” Superintendent Michael Maine shared. β€œWe are incredibly proud to celebrate these schools for their commitment to excellence, setting the tone for our community to continue striving for even greater heights in education.”